The Riverwalk is
a 1/2 mile scenic and historic trail along the Sugar
River from this bridge near the dam that controls the
height of Lake Sunapee to the
Information Booth on Route 11.
The
Riverwalk begins behind Marzelli's Cafe. Look for the
Riverwalk sign to your right, head
up the wooden stairs, go past the office for the Sunapee
Harbor Riverway on your left and head down the trail
or stop in to pick up a brochure, follow the signs, and
enjoy your walk.
The
trail passes through the old
Town Hall and former livery stable. It then
looks across the river to
the Water Department Pump Station and the intake
for the town-owned and managed hydro facility.
The
trail then crosses High Street and over the river,
passing by the foundations of the old Hames factory.
Beyond there are several old factory or mill sites
and views of the river.
The
water power sites you see on this walk were
responsible for the early industrial growth of Sunapee.
You
can return to your starting point via Route 11 and
Main Street
with a stop at Hames
Park, and look at the old Town Hall and the Historical
Society Museum.
The
trail winds down the hill to the new Sunapee Welcome
Center where you can pick up brochures
about the area attractions and get information about
current happenings in the region.
