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Harrison, Maine

Harrison, Maine

The Friendly Village

Overview

Harrison is often called "The Friendly Village," and it lives up to the name with a welcoming, walkable downtown nestled between two lakes. Crystal Lake offers a picturesque public park and beach right in the center of town, while Long Lake provides 11 miles of boating all the way to Naples.

Key Facts

Population 2,800
Region Western Mountains
County Cumberland
Founded 1805
Nearest City Portland (50 minutes)

What Harrison Is Known For

Harrison Local Highlights

Deertrees Theatre
A historic opera house built of hemlock and rosewood, known for its perfect acoustics and summer performances.
Crystal Lake Park
A beautiful town park with a sandy beach, gazebo, and boat launch right on Main Street.
Long Lake
The northern tip of Long Lake is in Harrison, connecting boaters to the entire Sebago Lake chain via the Songo River.

Things to Do

1
See a Show
Catch a play or concert at Deertrees Theatre.
2
Swim at Crystal Lake
Enjoy the clean, accessible town beach.
3
Boat on Long Lake
Cruise down the lake for miles of open water.

Living in Harrison

Harrison balances its summer tourism with a strong year-round community. It is popular for those seeking a classic New England village feel with water access.

Weather & Seasons

summer

Warm, 75-85°F

winter

Cold, 15-30°F

spring

Cool, 45-60°F

fall

Vibrant, 50-65°F

Local Wildlife & Nature

Loons Deer Ducks Bass

How to Get There

Located on Route 35 and Route 117 at the head of Long Lake.

Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.

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Harrison outline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harrison known for?

Harrison is known as 'The Friendly Village' with Crystal Lake Park right on Main Street and the historic Deertrees Theatre. The town sits between Long Lake and Crystal Lake, offering excellent boating access to the Sebago Lake chain.

How far is Harrison from Portland?

Harrison is about 50 minutes from Portland via Routes 35 and 117. The town is located at the head of Long Lake in the lakes region.

What can I do in Harrison?

Visitors can catch a play or concert at the historic Deertrees Theatre with its perfect acoustics, swim at Crystal Lake's clean town beach, and boat on Long Lake for miles of open water connecting to the Sebago Lake chain.

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