Western Mountains & Lakes
A rugged playground of high peaks and deep glacial lakes. Home to the Appalachian Trail, major ski resorts like Sugarloaf and Sunday River, and the pristine Rangeley Lakes.
Towns & Cities
Explore the communities in Western Mountains & Lakes
Andover
A quaint village providing access to scenic hiking, snowmobiling, and the historic Lovejoy Covered Bridge.
Baldwin
A western Cumberland County town with orchard views, rolling hills, and quick access to Sebago Lake and the Saco River.
Bethel
Picturesque western Maine village and four-season hub near Sunday River, offering mountain scenery, outdoor adventures, and a charming main street.
Bingham
A small mountain town on the Kennebec River, known for whitewater rafting, outdoor recreation, and wilderness access.
Bridgton
The hub of the Lakes Region, offering year-round recreation with Highland Lake, Long Lake, and Pleasant Mountain ski area.
Brownfield
A western Maine town known for the Stone Mountain Arts Center, Saco River recreation, and vistas toward the White Mountains.
Buckfield
An Oxford County town with village charm, rolling hills, and easy drives to the Androscoggin Valley and Bethel area.
Canton
A small Oxford County town on Lake Anasagunticook and the Androscoggin, surrounded by low mountains and forest roads.
Carrabassett Valley
Franklin County resort town in Maine's western mountains, home to Sugarloaf for skiing, golf, mountain biking, and four-season adventure.
Carthage
A Franklin County town of ridges, farms, and forest roads with quick access to Tumbledown and Webb Lake.
Denmark
A lakes-region community west of Sebago with forests, ponds, and quick access to the Brownfield and Bridgton trail networks.
Dixfield
Small town on the Webb River where mountain foothills meet valley farmland, offering affordable living and outdoor access.
Eustis
Eustis is a town in Franklin County, Maine, comprising the villages of Eustis and Stratton. It is situated in the High Peaks region near Flagstaff Lake and the Bigelow Preserve, making it a hub for hiking, snowmobiling, and outdoor adventure.
Farmington
A vibrant university town serving as the gateway to the Western Mountains ski resorts and lakes.
Frye Island
A summer community on Sebago Lake with beaches, golf, and marina access, open seasonally from spring to fall.
Fryeburg
A historic Saco River valley town famous for the Fryeburg Fair, scenic canoeing, and stunning views of the White Mountains.
Grafton Township
An unorganized township that is home to Grafton Notch State Park, one of Maine's most spectacular mountain passes.
Greenville
Sitting at the southern tip of the massive Moosehead Lake, Greenville is the legendary jumping-off point for North Woods adventures.
Greenwood
A small Oxford County town anchored by Mount Abram ski area, lakeside camps, and quick access to Bethel’s outdoor scene.
Harrison
A charming village nestled between Long Lake and Crystal Lake, known for its historic downtown and recreational opportunities.
Hebron
A rural Oxford County town home to Hebron Academy, orchards, and rolling fields between Lewiston and Norway.
Hiram
Nestled along the Saco River, Hiram is a quiet town best known for hosting the Ossipee Valley Fair and offering excellent flatwater paddling.
Kingfield
A historic village on the Carrabassett River, known as the home of the Stanley Steamer and the gateway to Sugarloaf ski resort.
Lovell
A quiet mountain town famous for Kezar Lake, often cited as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
Mechanic Falls
A historic mill town on the Little Androscoggin River, known for its waterfalls, downtown character, and proximity to the Lakes Region.
Mexico
Small mill town on the Androscoggin River, part of the Rumford-Mexico area with paper mill heritage and mountain access.
Naples
Classic Maine lake town with the iconic Causeway, Songo River Queen paddlewheeler, and Long Lake recreation defining summer character.
Newry
A small mountain town known for hosting Sunday River Ski Resort and serving as the gateway to Grafton Notch State Park.
Norway
Nestled in the foothills of the White Mountains, Norway is a charming town known for its historic downtown, scenic lakes, and outdoor recreation.
Oquossoc
A legendary sporting village located between Rangeley and Mooselookmeguntic Lakes, famous for its fishing heritage and outdoor vibe.
Oxford
A Lakes Region town in the Oxford Hills, offering lake access, mountain views, and classic Western Maine charm.
Paris
Paris is the county seat of Oxford County, featuring rolling hills, historic architecture, and a mix of rural charm and civic importance.
Peru
Quiet mountain town between Dixfield and Rumford, offering rural character, mountain views, and proximity to skiing and outdoor recreation.
Phillips
A Sandy River valley town with rail history, wooded hills, and easy access to Rangeley and Mount Blue.
Rangeley
Rangeley is a four-season paradise famous for its chain of deep lakes, legendary fishing, and proximity to Saddleback Mountain ski resort.
Raymond
Lakeside living with access to Sebago Lake, Crescent Lake, and Panther Pond, offering year-round outdoor recreation.
Roxbury
A mountain town on Route 17 with lakeside camps, sweeping foliage views, and busy ATV and sled trails.
Rumford
A historic mill town on the Androscoggin River, Rumford is known for its paper mill heritage, nearby skiing, and dramatic riverside setting.
Standish
Family-friendly community with lake access, good schools, and easy Portland commute, experiencing steady residential growth.
Stoneham
A quiet Oxford County community bordered by the White Mountain National Forest and small, clear lakes.
Stratton
The main village of Eustis, Stratton serves as the hub for Bigelow Range hiking, Flagstaff Lake boating, and snowmobiling.
Strong
Franklin County town once dubbed the Toothpick Capital, offering small-town charm on the Sandy River and quick access to Rangeley recreation.
Sweden
A sparsely populated Oxford County town east of Fryeburg, defined by woods, ponds, and ridge views toward the White Mountains.
Turner
A picturesque town of rolling hills, farms, and orchards, Turner offers a classic rural Maine experience just minutes from the Lewiston-Auburn metro area.
Waterford
A picture-perfect New England town known for its historic white clapboard buildings and beautiful Keoka Lake.
Weld
A stunning mountain town home to Maine's favorite day hike, Tumbledown Mountain, and the scenic Webb Lake.
Wilton
A former mill town beside Wilson Pond, Wilton is today a recreation area offering fishing, boating, and access to western Maine's mountains.
Windham
A bustling commercial and residential hub serving as the gateway to Sebago Lake, offering abundant shopping and outdoor recreation.
Byron
Tiny Oxford County town on Route 17 with the Swift River, Coos Canyon swimming holes, and Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway views.
Gilead
Border town west of Bethel with White Mountain National Forest access, the Androscoggin River, and nearby Sunday River skiing.
Hanover
River town on US 2 with access to Howard Pond, the Androscoggin, and nearby Sunday River and Grafton Notch.
Hartford
Rural Oxford County town with Little Bear Pond shoreline, mixed farms, and easy access to Auburn/Lewiston jobs.
Industry
Franklin County town anchored by Clearwater Lake, hill farms, and quick access to Farmington services.
New Vineyard
Franklin County town north of Farmington known for Porter Lake, rolling farmland, and views toward the High Peaks.
Coplin Plantation
A remote mountain plantation in Franklin County, Coplin offers wilderness access, stunning mountain views, and proximity to Sugarloaf ski area.
Dallas Plantation
A remote plantation in Franklin County, Dallas offers pristine wilderness, excellent fishing, and access to the Rangeley Lakes region's outdoor recreation.
New Sharon
A peaceful agricultural town in Franklin County, New Sharon combines historic charm with rural beauty, featuring working farms, country roads, and easy access to western Maine's outdoor recreation.
Temple
A scenic mountain town in the Rangeley Lakes region, Temple offers year-round outdoor recreation with hiking, fishing, snowmobiling, and beautiful lake views.
Upton
Maine's smallest organized town by population, Upton offers spectacular mountain scenery, pristine lakes, and access to the rugged wilderness of the western mountains near the New Hampshire border.
Albany
A scenic mountain township in Oxford County, Albany offers stunning White Mountain views, the Crooked River, and easy access to Sunday River ski resort and the White Mountain National Forest.
New Portland
New Portland is a historic village on the Carrabassett River, famous for its unique wire suspension bridge and its location on the scenic Route 146 corridor.
Otisfield
Otisfield is a scenic lakeside community in the Oxford Hills, known for its numerous ponds, Camp Seeds of Peace, and rural character between Auburn and Norway.
Porter
Porter is a peaceful lakeside community on Kezar Lake near the New Hampshire border, offering mountain views, water recreation, and rural living in the foothills.
Stow
A remote mountain town near the White Mountain National Forest, offering wilderness recreation and pristine natural beauty.
Sumner
A rural farming community in Oxford County, Sumner offers rolling hills, productive farmland, and authentic Maine country living.
West Paris
A historic mining village in the foothills of western Maine, known for mineral specimens and quarrying heritage.
Woodstock
A rural mountain town near Bryant Pond, known for outdoor recreation and traditional Maine character.