Whether it be on the quiet, more private sections or on the lakes, boaters can enjoy three seasons of rural New Hampshire at its finest. The lakes provide space for water skiing as well as other recreational endeavors favored by the boating public. Access points abound along the river. The three branches of the Piscataquog River, together with its tributaries and lakes, provide both the novice and knowledgeable fisherpersons fine and rewarding fishing. With the many diversified river bottoms and the impoundments, the river supports a large warm water fishery as well as a notable trout fishery.
Summer finds swimmers, hikers, and picnickers enjoying the river's bounty.
Commuters and travelers on the riverside highway are treated to a four-season panorama of special views. Some of this access is offered free of charge and others are offered with various fees. From the first series of informational meetings to the presentations made before each town board, council or association, support for the nomination has been strong. Following the first meetings a questionnaire was sent to river-front landowners. The Piscataquog River Watershed Association held meetings in each of the seven towns through which the river flows describing the New Hampshire Rivers Management and Protection Program and the Piscataquog River nomination to selectmen, planning boards, conservation commissions, private clubs, and to the Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission.