Chocorua Island (a/k/a Church Island) on Squam Lake in Holderness, NH, is the site of America’s first resident boys’ summer camp established in 1881 by Mr. Ernest Balch, it operated until 1889.

In 1903 a group of Mr. Balch’s relatives and former campers organized the Chocorua Chapel Association. Mr. Clinton Crane, the owner of the island, generously donated it to the Association. The Chocorua Chapel Association is now over 100 years old. The number of people dedicated to its care and operation has grown and the desire for natural simplicity has endured.

For 38 years, Dr. Clifford Twombly, one of the founders of the Association, conducted services. Since 1941, they have been led by clergy of various denominations, many being summer residents of Squam.

Sunday services are held from late June to early September every year. Private Services may be held on the island for weddings, etc.