Freedom, Maine
Hill town farms and the famed Lost Kitchen
Overview
Key Facts
What Freedom Is Known For
Freedom Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in Freedom
Small village center with a post office and store; groceries and hardware are in Unity, Waterville, or Belfast. Expect gravel roads, farm equipment, and strong local community ties.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 68-82 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 5-28 F
spring
Cool, 38-58 F with mud season
fall
Crisp, 45-62 F and colorful hills
How to Get There
Follow Route 137 east from Waterville or west from Belfast; Route 220 links Freedom to Knox and Liberty.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
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Freedom outline
Outdoor Recreation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom known for?
Freedom is known for The Lost Kitchen, Erin French's celebrated reservation-only restaurant in a restored 1890s grist mill. The rural Waldo County town also features rolling hayfields, ponds, and the headwaters of the St. George River.
How far is Freedom from Unity?
Freedom is about 10 minutes from Unity via Routes 137 and 220. The town sits in the hills between Unity and Belfast, with groceries and hardware available in Unity, Waterville, or Belfast.
What outdoor activities are available in Freedom?
Freedom offers paddling on Freedom Pond at the headwaters of the St. George River, hiking on the Hills to Sea Trail spur toward Knox and Liberty, and visiting small farm producers and orchards along the local routes.