Discover Belmont

Belmont offers a range of ways to plan a stay: historic buildings, trails along Lake Winnisquam, and municipal recreation areas. If you’re looking for a hotel in Belmont, these topics can help you tailor your travel plans to your interests.

Discover local history through its buildings

The Belmont Mill is a brick building dating from 1833; it was restored and rededicated in 1998. The Belmont Village Bandstand was built in 1908 and restored with award-winning results. The two structures connect architecture with preservation, but emphasize different points in time: for the mill, its construction date and rededication are part of its history; for the bandstand, its construction date and award-winning restoration.

The town hall and former school and library buildings also offer insight into local history. The town hall was built around 1895 by Edwin H. Bryant. Gale School was built in 1894 with funds donated by Napoleon B. Gale. Belmont Public Library was built in 1927 as a gift to the town from George and Walter Duffy. The library was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. For this building, its construction date and its later listing mark two different points in history.

For historic sites in Factory Village, the Belmont Historical Society recommends a walking tour. This focus broadens the perspective beyond individual buildings to a theme encompassing several historic sites in Factory Village.

Trails along Lake Winnisquam and open spaces

At Leslie E. Roberts Beach in Belmont, the WOW Trail meets the Winnisquam Scenic Trail of Belmont. The Lake Winnisquam Scenic Trail is another point of reference: it offers a 1.8-mile trail through wooded and scenic areas along the lake’s shoreline. This presents two distinct pieces of information: the first two trails meet at the beach, while the Lake Winnisquam Scenic Trail has the stated length and shoreline character.

Local conservation areas and other open spaces in Belmont are available for passive recreation. They complement the named trails with additional ways to spend time outdoors, without focusing on a particular trail.

Places for recreation in Belmont

Leslie E. Roberts Beach and Recreation Area is located at 43 Leslie E. Roberts Drive. The facility includes a sandy beach, a playground, picnic tables, and restrooms. Its different features can be considered separately when planning: the beach provides access to the lake, while the playground, tables, and restrooms are additional amenities.

Sargent Park, on Sargent Street, has tennis courts, a skatepark, and a playground. Unlike Beach and Recreation Area, it offers tennis and skateboarding as specific recreational activities; both facilities have a playground. The two locations therefore offer different recreation options in Belmont.

When choosing a hotel, you can first decide whether local history, trails by the lake, or recreation areas are of greatest interest during your stay. Belmont offers a range of topics that you can distinguish by the places mentioned and their respective features.

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