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Moosehead Lake, Maine
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Lake Region Chamber of Commerce
Nestled among scenic
mountain ranges, Moosehead Lake in Maine is the largest lake east of the Mississippi
contained within one state. Moosehead Lake's island studded waters stretch
as far as the eye can see, and are surrounded by vast forested wilderness.
Wikipedia:
Greenville
The
town is centered around the lower end of Moosehead Lake, the largest body
of fresh water in the state. Greenville is the historic gateway to the north
country and a center for outdoor recreation in the area. Little Squaw Public
Reserved Land and Lily Bay State Park are located nearby, in neighboring Moosehead
Junction Township and Beaver Cove, respectively.
Weather
National Weather Service - Northern Piscataquis
Moosehead Lake Transportation
Bangor International Airport is your connection to the world and your entry to the heart of Maine. We offer daily non-stop flights to eight major hubs: Atlanta, Boston, Cincinnati, Detroit, Philadelphia, Minneapolis and Metro New York’s LaGuardia and Newark airports with easy connections to/from all national and international destinations.
Moosehead Lake Restaurants
Getaway Guides - Greenville / Moosehead Lake Dining
Kelly's
Landing
Whether you dine in our comfortable dining room or on our
large deck, Kelly's Landing always offers a beautiful view and a fine meal
sure to satisfy any appetite.
Moosehead Lake Sightseeing, Touring and Attractions
Lily
Bay State Park
The
largest lake in New England, Moosehead Lake fills a glacier-scoured basin
117-square miles in area. Its waters run cool and deep, harboring togue, brook
trout, and landlocked salmon. Opened in 1961, this 925-acre park welcomes
visitors to experience a variety of outdoor activities including swimming,
boating, camping and watching wildlife.
Baxter
State Park
Baxter
State Park can be simply described as over 200,000 acres of mountains, lakes
streams and forest, all given in trust by one man, Percival Baxter, to the
People of the State of Maine.
Little
Moose Public Reserved Land
Located
just west of Greenville in Piscataquis County, the Little Moose Management
Unit covers more than 15,000 acres in Moosehead Junction and Big Moose townships.
Although the forested land is flat to gently rolling in the southeastern quarter,
the unit also includes most of the Little Moose Mountain Range with its steep
slopes, rocky streams, and remote ponds. Visitors enjoy hiking, snowmobiling,
fishing, hunting, and camping in this remote setting.
Chamberlain
Lake Public Reserved Land
Chamberlain
Lake is a group of parcels abutting the large lakes that form the south end
of the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. Canoeists from the waterway follow the
hiking trails to the tops of two low mountains and enjoy fine views of the
lakes and forests.
Moosehead
Marine Museum
The
Moosehead Marine Museum invites you to experience history. Step aboard the
Katahdin for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the natural beauty and history of
Moosehead Lake.
Katahdin
Iron Works State Hostiroc Park
Today, the skeletons of a blast furnace and charcoal kiln
stand silent, lone remnants of the Katahdin Iron Works. In the past, these
structures pulsed with activity as part of Maine's only nineteenth century
iron works operation.
Moosehead
Historical Society
We
cordially invite you to visit our museum, and join us for our summer series
of “Living History” presentations, both of which offer excellent
opportunities to experience and enjoy our rich local and regional heritage.
Currier's
Flying Service
Located
in the heart of Maine's Northwoods on Moosehead Lake, Currier's Flying Service
is awaiting to give you the ultimate sightseeing experience around Maine's
Northwoods and Moosehead Lake in vintage style.
www.curriersflyingservice.com/
Moosehead Lake Outdoor Activities
Ski
Moosehead
Lake & Baxter State Park Cross-Country Skiing
Cross
Country Ski Trails in and around Moosehead Lake & Baxter State Park.
Big
Squaw Mountain
Big
Squaw Mountain Resort boasts spectacular old fashioned New England skiing
with thirty-three trails designed by world famous ski trail designer Sel Hannah
to entice beginners to experts.
Golf
Mt
Kineo Golf Course
Mt Kineo Golf Course is located on Moosehead Lake and is thought
to be the second oldest course in New England, built in the 1880's. The course
was built along side of the Kineo House, which at one time was the largest
inland waterfront hotel in America.
Fishing
Maine
Guide Fly Shop and Guide Service
Fly Fishing in Maine and particularly the Moosehead Lake Region
is a unique experience. The Maine Guide Fly Shop & Guide Service is a
full service retail store catering to the needs of the modern fisherman.
www.maineguideflyshop.com/
Northwoods
Outfitters
Located in New England's largest forest in the eastern U.S.,
on the shores of Maine’s largest lake, Moosehead Lake, Northwoods Outfitters
is uniquely positioned to offer you the very best Maine outdoor experience!
www.maineoutfitter.com/
North
Country Rivers
Discover
the Maine Outdoors with North Country Rivers - White Water Rafting, Snowmobiling,
ATV Tours, Moose Safaris, Kayaking, Biking, Hiking, Fishing & Hunting.
www.northcountryrivers.com/
Katahdin
Cruises
Katahdin
Cruises and the Moosehead Marine Museum invites you to experience history.
Step aboard The Katahdin for a leisurely cruise to enjoy the natural beauty
and history of Moosehead Lake.
www.katahdincruises.com/
Moosehead Lake Events
Moosehead Lake Region Calendar of Events
Snofest
at Moosehead Lake
A celebration of the Moosehead Lake region's motorized and
non-motorized winter activities. Proof that the locals do not hibernate once
the snow arrives.
Forest
Heritage Days
Since 1991, when the Maine Forest Service observed its 100th
anniversary protecting Maine forests, a group of Moosehead Lake region individuals
has organized Forest Heritage Days, dedicated from the start to providing
the public a singular opportunity to learn about the working forests of Maine
-the history, the present practices, and what’s in store for the future.
Annual
International Seaplane Fly-In
The Seaplane Fly-In Association is a non-profit organization
whose main purposes are to provide aviation education and to raise funds for
a scholarship, which is given locally.
Moosehead
Lake Region Moose Mania Celebration
Each spring the Moosehead Lake Region hosts a month long celebration
honoring its favorite resident, the moose. Some of the activities include
a canoe race, a mountain bike race and tour, rowing regatta, craft fair, kids'
fun day, and the famous moose tales.
The Arts in the Moosehead Lake Area
Music
Bangor
Symphony Orchestra
Maybe you’ve never seen a live orchestra perform –
or experienced the rush of great music all around you. Or, maybe you attend
every concert, every season…and can even hum the opening bars of Ravel’s
Piano Concerto in G. Whatever your experience, you’ll love what you
hear at the Bangor Symphony Orchestra.