Dixmont, Maine
Hill country between Bangor and Augusta
Overview
Key Facts
What Dixmont Is Known For
Dixmont Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in Dixmont
Dixmont is quiet and residential. Residents commute to Bangor, Newport, or Waterville for work, shopping, and schools.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 65-80 F
winter
Cold, 5-25 F with snow
spring
Cool, 40-55 F and muddy
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with long views
How to Get There
Routes 7 and 9 link Dixmont to Newport and Unity; I-95 access is 10 minutes away in Newport.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
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Dixmont outline
Outdoor Recreation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixmont known for?
Dixmont is known for its hilltop views from Moody and Peaked Hills, open farmland, and strong farming tradition. The rural town straddles the Penobscot/Waldo county line with rolling terrain and quiet gravel roads.
How far is Dixmont from Bangor?
Dixmont is about 25 minutes from Bangor. Routes 7 and 9 link the town to Newport and Unity, with I-95 access available about 10 minutes away in Newport.
What outdoor activities are available in Dixmont?
Dixmont offers foliage drives along ridge roads toward Troy and Plymouth, snowmobile and ATV riding on trails connecting to ITS and regional systems, and scenic views from pasture-topped ridges offering big-sky scenery.