Great Pond, Maine
Tiny lakes-and-woods town in Hancock County
Overview
Key Facts
What Great Pond Is Known For
Great Pond Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in Great Pond
Rural setting with basic services in neighboring towns; most homes rely on wells, septic, and plowed local roads.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 68-80 F
winter
Cold, 0-25 F
spring
Cool and muddy, 38-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Pond known for?
Great Pond is known as one of Maine's smallest towns, featuring camps on Georges and Rocky ponds, excellent stargazing with minimal light pollution, and low-traffic ATV and snowmobile connectors linking to Dedham, Mariaville, and Waltham trails.
How far is Great Pond from Ellsworth?
Great Pond is about 35 minutes from Ellsworth. Residents split errands between Ellsworth and Brewer while enjoying a quiet township of camps, blueberry lots, and mixed forest.
What activities are available in Great Pond?
Great Pond offers fishing for warmwater species on Georges Pond, snowmobile and ATV riding on quiet backroad connectors, exceptional stargazing on dark nights, and scenic late-summer drives through surrounding blueberry barrens.