Canobie Lake Park Park
Historic amusement park on Canobie Lake
A century-old amusement park in Salem, New Hampshire, Canobie Lake Park offers family rides, a classic wooden coaster, arcades and seasonal events beside its namesake lake.
Canobie Lake Park at a Glance#
Address: Canobie Lake Park, 85 N Policy St, Salem, NH 03079, United States
Website: https://www.canobie.com/
Hours: Seasonal (spring-autumn); check official calendar for daily operating hours
Admission: Admission varies by season; typical day ticket adult $20-$30 (check park website)
About Canobie Lake Park#
Canobie Lake Park is a seasonal amusement park in Salem, New Hampshire, located on the shore of Canobie Lake and first opened in 1902. It is one of New England’s long-running regional parks with a mix of thrill rides and family attractions.
The grounds contain a variety of rides including roller coasters, family and children’s rides, and midway attractions, as well as food stands and live-event spaces. The park operates on a seasonal schedule with higher activity during summer months and select holidays.
The park opened in 1902 and has operated as an amusement destination through much of the 20th and 21st centuries, undergoing multiple renovations and ride additions over time. Ownership and precise ride lineups have changed but the site has remained an established regional amusement facility.
The park sits in the town of Salem on the eastern shore of Canobie Lake, in southern New Hampshire. It is roughly 25-30 miles north of Boston and is accessed by local roads from nearby state highways.
- Season: Operates seasonally, typically opening in late spring and closing after Labor Day; some holiday and weekend openings vary by year.
- Nearby city: Located on the shore of Canobie Lake about 25-30 miles north of Boston, making it a common day-trip for the Greater Boston area.
How to Get to Canobie Lake Park#
By car: Located in Salem, New Hampshire, just off I-93/I-95 corridors; ample on-site parking. By public transit: Limited - regional bus services run to Salem town center; a short taxi or rideshare is usually needed.
Tips for Visiting Canobie Lake Park#
- Arrive early in the season for shorter lines on the classic wooden coasters - peak summer weekends get very busy.
- Bring cash for small games and carnival-style food stands absent from some credit-only kiosks.
- Check ride-height and safety requirements for children; the park fills regularly on summer weekends.
Best Time to Visit Canobie Lake Park#
Visit in summer for full operation; spring and autumn have fewer crowds and shorter hours.
Weather & Climate near Canobie Lake Park#
Canobie Lake Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1100 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -10° - 1° | -10° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -9° - 2° | -8° | 80 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -4° - 7° | -3° | 90 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 13° | 5° | 97 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 20° | 13° | 91 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 25° | 18° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 15° - 28° | 21° | 86 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 27° | 21° | 87 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 22° | 16° | 89 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 16° | 10° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 10° | 2° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - 4° | -6° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |