Community Information
Here is some general information about the Alton Shores Community and some important applicable state and local laws.
What is the
Alton Shores Association
We are an incorporated neighborhood of seasonal and year round residents located in the shadow of Alton Mountain. Situated between the towns of Gilmanton Iron Works and Alton Bay, there is convenient access to Lake Winnipesaukee, Mount Major, and miles of great summer and winter outdoor recreation.
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The Alton Shores Association owns four beach lots, a boat ramp, multiple unimproved lots, 2.5 miles of private roads, and three wells that supply summer water to seasonal residents.
The Rules governing the Roads, Beaches, and Summer Water can be found on the Membership page
Local and State Regulations and Laws
Noise: The Town of Alton Noise Ordinance is in effect here from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am and prohibit: “to make, continue or cause to be made or continued any excessive, unnecessary or unusually loud noise or any noise which either annoys, disturbs, injures or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace or safety of others.” Examples include loud music, fireworks, noisy parties, and shouting.
Fireworks: In accordance to RSA-160-C:6, The Town of Alton, NH bans the use of fireworks.
ATVs/OHRVs: All NH laws regulating ATVs, UTVs, and OHRVs must be followed: https://www.wildlife.nh.gov/highway-recreational-vehicles-ohrv-and-snowmobiles, including vehicles must be registered with the NH Fish and Game Department to operate on public or private trails (other than the owner's property). New Hampshire State law requires all operators 12 years of age or older to have successfully completed an approved OHRV/Snowmobile Safety Education Class or to possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license. https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/25NHATV-LR.pdf
Boating: All regulations and laws of the State of NH must be followed: https://www.nhsp.dos.nh.gov/our-services/field-operations-bureau/marine-patrol/marine-patrol-laws-rules
Fishing: All regulations and laws of the State of NH must be followed: https://www.wildlife.nh.gov/laws-and-rules
Golf Carts: Contact the Alton Highway Department for regulations regarding golf carts in Alton.
Fire Permits: Category I, II, and III fires may be kindled only by the landowner or the landowner’s agent with written permission from the landowner and with a written fire permit issued by the Fire Warden, or the Warden’s authorized agent in the town or city where the fire will be kindled. Fire Permit info: https://www.alton.nh.gov/government/alton-fire-rescue
Culverts: NH RSA 236:13 places the responsibility of driveway culvert installation and maintenance on the property owner.
Short Term Rentals: All rules and regulations for the Town of Alton must be followed. https://www.alton.nh.gov/planning-event/short-term-rental-permits-effective-today Please be advised that the owner of any unpermitted Short-Term Rental, or a Short-Term Rental that fails to comply with the Regulations adopted by the Alton Board of Selectmen, will be fined as stipulated in said Regulations starting Monday, January 1, 2024.
