Kennebec Valley
The heart of Maine, following the mighty Kennebec River. Discover the state capital of Augusta, the college town of Waterville, and the whitewater rafting hub of The Forks.
Towns & Cities
Explore the communities in Kennebec Valley
Albion
A rural Kennebec County town of rolling fields, ponds, and backroads connecting central Maine and the coast.
Anson
A historic mill town on the Carrabassett River, known for its rich logging heritage and small-town charm in the Upper Kennebec Valley.
Athens
A small rural town north of Skowhegan with rolling fields, woodlots, and easy access to ATV and snowmobile trails.
Auburn
Located across the Androscoggin River from Lewiston, Auburn offers expanded shopping, Lake Auburn views, and Mt. Apatite park.
Augusta
Located on the banks of the Kennebec River, Augusta is the seat of state government and a gateway to Maine's interior history and culture.
Avon
A small Franklin County town on Route 4 with mountain views and easy access to the Rangeley Lakes region.
Belgrade
Lakeside town offering access to the Belgrade Lakes chain, with seasonal camps, year-round homes, and central Maine recreation.
Benton
A rural Kennebec County community with dairy farms, river frontage, and quick access to I-95.
Burnham
A Waldo County community with waterfront access, rail-trail history, and a convenient stop between Waterville and Bangor.
Canaan
A rural Somerset County town with broad fields, farmstands, and quick access to Sibley and Lake George Regional Park.
Caratunk
A tiny Somerset County town with a Kennebec River ferry crossing, remote ponds, and fast access to the Forks.
Chelsea
A rural town across the river from Augusta with open fields, woodlots, and quick access to the capital’s services.
Chesterville
A Franklin County town of rolling fields, ponds, and backroads near the Sandy River valley.
China
A rural town known for China Lake and peaceful countryside, offering outdoor recreation and small-town charm in central Maine.
Clinton
Small Kennebec River mill town between Waterville and Pittsfield, offering affordable housing and central Maine access.
Cornville
A Somerset County town of hayfields, woodlots, and quiet roads bordering the Kennebec River valley.
Detroit
A small Somerset County town on the Sebasticook River with farms, quiet roads, and proximity to Newport.
Fairfield
A historic town along the Kennebec River, Fairfield offers a blend of rural charm, outdoor recreation, and community spirit.
Farmingdale
A quiet residential town along the Kennebec River, offering a peaceful setting with convenient access to Augusta.
Fayette
A quiet lakes region town surrounded by Echo Lake, Parker Pond, and Tilton Pond with wooded hills and old farms.
Freedom
A rural Waldo County community of ponds, rolling fields, and a celebrated destination restaurant in a restored mill.
Gardiner
A charming riverfront city with a beautifully preserved brick downtown, known for its creative economy and access to the Kennebec River.
Greene
A rural Androscoggin County town with rolling farmland, river access, and proximity to Lewiston-Auburn.
Hallowell
Maine's smallest city packs a punch with a vibrant downtown of antique shops, bars, and music venues along the Kennebec River.
Harmony
A rural town between Skowhegan and Dover-Foxcroft known for small farms, ponds, and quiet roads.
Hartland
A rural community in Somerset County, known for Great Moose Lake and classic Maine small-town character.
Jackman
Nestled in the Moose River Valley near the Canadian border, Jackman is a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking rugged wilderness and adventure.
Jay
A mill town on the Androscoggin River, Jay is home to a major paper mill and offers small-town living with outdoor recreation access.
Leeds
A rural Androscoggin County town with the Dead River, Androscoggin frontage, and a chain of quiet ponds.
Lewiston
A historic mill city on the Androscoggin River that has transformed into a cultural center with a vibrant Somali community and Bates College.
Lisbon
Divided by rivers into Lisbon Village and Lisbon Falls, this growing community combines mill town heritage with modern suburban development.
Litchfield
A rural town wrapped around the Tacoma Lakes with rolling farmland and easy access to I-95.
Livermore Falls
A small mill town on the Androscoggin River, Livermore Falls offers small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community.
Livermore
A rural Androscoggin County town on the Androscoggin River with historic mill sites and open farmland.
Madison
Historic Somerset County mill town on the Kennebec River, with Lake Wesserunsett access and quick reach to Kennebec Valley recreation.
Manchester
A bedroom community west of Augusta with lake access, golf, and easy Route 202 commuting.
Mercer
A quiet town of hayfields, forests, and small lakes between Farmington and Waterville.
Minot
An Androscoggin County town with farms, orchards, and neighborhood roads minutes from Auburn.
Monmouth
A charming rural town known for Cumston Hall, Cochnewagan Lake, and hosting the annual Monmouth Fair.
Moscow
A small Somerset County town along the Kennebec River with access to Wyman Lake and the Gateway Bridge.
Mount Vernon
A Belgrade Lakes region town with ponds, wooded hills, and a village center around Minnehonk Lake.
Norridgewock
Historic Kennebec River town with deep Abenaki roots, offering rural living, river recreation at Oosoola Park, and agricultural character.
Oakland
Situated amidst the Belgrade Lakes, Oakland offers abundant water recreation, scenic trails, and a strong sense of community.
Pittsfield
A friendly mill town on the Sebasticook River, Pittsfield is known for its community spirit, annual Egg Festival, and central location in Maine.
Pittston
A Kennebec River community of hayfields and back roads with a quick hop to Gardiner and Augusta.
Poland
Famous as the source of Poland Spring water, this rural town features pristine ponds, forests, and the historic Poland Spring Resort area.
Randolph
A small, historic town nestled along the Kennebec River, offering a quiet, community-focused lifestyle with easy access to the state capital.
Readfield
A scenic town in the Lakes Region, home to Kents Hill School and offering access to Echo Lake and Maranacook Lake.
Richmond
A charming river town on the Kennebec with historic architecture, Fort Richmond, and easy access to both Augusta and Brunswick.
Rockwood
A remote outpost on the western shore of Moosehead Lake, Rockwood is the jumping-off point for wilderness adventures and the iconic Mount Kineo.
Sabattus
Pond-front neighborhoods and open fields off I-95 exit 86 with quick access to Lewiston-Auburn and Augusta.
Sidney
Residential town on Messalonskee Lake, offering lakefront living and easy access to Augusta's capital services and employment.
Skowhegan
A historic mill town on the Kennebec River known for its agricultural roots, the nation's oldest state fair, and the Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture.
Smithfield
A lakeside Somerset County town with camps, farms, and trail access just west of Belgrade Lakes.
Solon
A Somerset County town where Route 201 leaves the river flats for Jackman and The Forks, surrounded by farms and falls.
Unity
Agricultural Waldo County town rooted in organic farming, home to the Common Ground Country Fair and lakeside time on Unity Pond.
Vassalboro
A quiet town in the Kennebec Valley offering scenic farmlands, access to China Lake, and proximity to Augusta and Waterville.
Waterville
A revitalized mill town on the Kennebec River, home to Colby College and a burgeoning arts and film scene.
Whitefield
An inland Lincoln County town with rich soils, river access, and a growing network of small farms and homesteads.
Windsor
A classic rural Maine town famous for hosting one of the state's largest agricultural fairs every summer.
Winslow
A community rich in history, Winslow is home to Fort Halifax and offers picturesque views and recreation along the Kennebec River.
Winthrop
A lakes region community known for summer camps, water recreation, and doubling its population each summer with seasonal residents.
Embden
Lakeside and river-country town west of Skowhegan with Embden Pond camps, Kennebec River access, and trail riding.
Brighton
A remote plantation in Somerset County, Brighton offers pristine wilderness, excellent moose watching, and access to some of Maine's most untouched forestland near Moosehead Lake.
Concord
A tiny unorganized township in northern Somerset County, Concord is a remote settlement surrounded by vast forestlands, offering solitude and access to pristine wilderness.
Kingsbury
A tiny plantation community in the heart of Maine's forestland, Kingsbury offers wilderness living, excellent hunting and fishing, and access to vast stretches of undeveloped forest.
Lexington
A remote unorganized township in northern Somerset County, Lexington is surrounded by commercial forestlands and serves logging operations and outdoor recreationists.
Mayfield
A rural township located between Moosehead Lake and the upper Kennebec Valley, Mayfield offers wilderness recreation, stunning scenery, and a gateway to Maine's North Woods.
Ripley
A tiny rural town in Somerset County, Ripley maintains its agricultural heritage with working farms, quiet country roads, and a close-knit community atmosphere.
Enchanted
An unorganized township in northern Somerset County, Enchanted offers extreme remoteness and pristine wilderness in Maine's vast North Woods, with a name that hints at the magic of its untouched landscape.
Rome
Rome is a scenic lakeside town on Great Pond in the Belgrade Lakes region, known for its summer camps, fishing heritage, and peaceful water access.
St. Albans
A rural agricultural town in Somerset County, St. Albans is centered around the 990-acre Big Indian Pond and maintains the farming traditions that have sustained the community since settlement in 1800.
Starks
A quiet rural farming town in the Sandy River valley, known for scenic countryside and historic farmsteads.
Troy
A quiet agricultural community in Waldo County, Troy offers rolling farmland, rural character, and affordable country living.
Vienna
A pristine lakeside town on the Belgrade Lakes chain, known for exceptional water quality and natural beauty.
Wales
A lakeside community on Androscoggin Lake, offering waterfront recreation near Lewiston-Auburn.
Wayne
A scenic lake town in Kennebec County, Wayne offers pristine waters, summer camps, and a classic New England village atmosphere.
Webster
A small rural township in Androscoggin County, Webster offers quiet countryside living near Sabattus Pond with convenient access to the Lewiston-Auburn metropolitan area.
West Gardiner
A suburban residential community near Augusta and Gardiner, offering country living with convenient access to the capital region.