Library Membership

Share New Hampshire’s natural world with your patrons!

A $300 Library Membership allows up to four $13 trail admissions each day from May 1 through November 1, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the last admission at 3:30 p.m.

SPECIAL FOR 2024: The trail season is extended to Saturdays and Sundays through November 30. Library membership passes may be used on these days. November hours are 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with the last trail admission at 2:00 p.m.

The 3/4-mile live animal trail has up close views of black bear, coyote, mountain lions, bobcats, river otters, foxes, raptors, and more, all in natural woodland enclosures. Trailside buildings feature interactive exhibits that teach natural history concepts in meaningful and memorable ways. There are miles of other trails to explore – the Ecotone, the Forest, and the Mt. Fayal Trails.

We look forward to sharing an exciting trail season with your patrons and ask that you make them aware of the following:

Library Patrons must bring the dated pass with them to the Admissions window at the Welcome Center. Patrons do not need to call to make advance reservations.

Use the online Library Membership Form Print and mail the Membership Form

*Note: Library Memberships are not appropriate for use by schools or other organized groups.

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2024 Library Summer Reading Program

A Wildlife Adventure
There are many adventures to be had in the outdoors. Join a naturalist from Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to meet three live animals that you could see on your next outdoor adventure! Learn about the places they live, what they eat, and the adaptations that help them survive.

Library Cost:

In-person: $275 per program (discounted non-profit rate) plus mileage.
$25 discount per program when scheduling two or more programs for the same organization.

Request Library Program Information

To make a reservation request, go to the Live Animal Outreach Page and select the blue Outreach Program Reservation Request button.

Virtual Live Animal Outreach Programs

Make natural science a part of your summer reading program with a Virtual Live Animal Outreach Program. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center presents one-hour programs featuring live animals and led by our expert naturalists. Select from a variety of informative and inspiring programs.

See all virtual live animal outreach programs

Mike Shank, 09/17/23
This is an amazing place for all ages. It's beautifully laid out and has a wide variety of NH animals. The natural setting of the enclosures are so well designed. The walk through is a great day out in and of itself. We were all fascinated by the educational pieces here. The variety of ways they provide such fascinating information while entertaining all ages, the animal meet and greets, daily special programs, hands on learning are almost a PhD edutainment. So incredibly well done. The people were fabulous, the grounds peaceful and the day glorious. Highly recommended! Thanks for such an excellent day out for all ages and interests in our big, diverse family group.
Rhea Votipka, 09/15/22
Don't let the price deter you. We thought about not going due to how expensive it was, but we had a great time. It s like a zoo for wild animals....and honestly we were happy to support it. The educational parts were great and very well done. My 4 yr old had an absolute blast and we were there easily for 3 hours and she probably would have stayed longer. The site is stroller friendly which was great for my younger daughter. Would highly recommend.
Steve Bagnato (nissanlord), 07/12/22
Can't say enough about this place. It's fantastic!! If your looking for a place to take the family with animals and a playground and a learning experience. Take them here. It's beautiful. Lots of shade in most places. Loved it.
Ron Tuell, 07/23/24
It's always a great place to visit.
Giovanni Martins, 06/03/21
Took our son to visit this location and he absolutely had a blast. It was cool to see the different animals. There is also a playground so kids can play. Beautiful place. We enjoyed it. Weather was cool the day we went but by the time we finished walking/chasing after our son, we were pretty warm by the end. Highly recommended to bring your kids to see all of the animals.