U/S Mail Boat, Sophie C. on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH

The Motor Vessel (M/V) Sophie C. on is the oldest floating post office in the United States. Each season she provides mail service on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH , a tradition dating back to 1892. Both of Sophie's daily mail runs takes her to 5 islands where her staff delivers mail to the island residents and summer camps. In addition to being a full-service post office where these residents may purchase postal supplies and stamps, Sophie also has a collection of ice cream novelty treats and snacks for sale. A daily ice cream bar or popsicle has become quite a summer tradition for her island friends. Passengers aboard the Sophie C. are invited to fill out Sophie C. postcards and mail them right on board. Perhaps you can surprise a friend or relative with mail sent from a boat, complete with Sophie's own unique, collectible cancellation stamp!

Morning Mail Stops: Loon Island, Bear Island, 3 Mile Island, East Bear Island

Afternoon Mail Stops: Camp Lawrence, Birch Island, Sandy Island, Cow Island, Jolly Island

Ship Amenities: Indoor and Outdoor Seating, Soda Machine, Ice Cream Novelties, Snacks (Cookies, Candy, Chips, etc.), Small Gift Shop, Postal Services, Restroom

Sophie C

M/V Doris E., Lake Winnipesaukee, NH