Maine's Lakes & Mountains

09/05/2025

Trade busy days for trail walks, farmer’s markets, and the sound of loons on quiet lakes.

Find farmers' markets and local stands: https://mainelakesandmountains.com/things/farmers-markets/

📸: Slattery's Farm and Maple Supply Company

09/03/2025

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09/01/2025

September sneaks up with crisp mornings and golden evenings. Paddle a little longer, breathe a little deeper, and catch the season as it begins to turn.

Things to do: https://mainelakesandmountains.com/things/

📸: Capshore Photography

08/30/2025

Late summer is that sweet spot: still swim season by day, sweater weather by night.

Get the most out of it in Western Maine.

08/29/2025

Pack snacks, cue up the playlist, and let the road show you why this is .

Don’t forget to stop for that photo op along the way

📸: Forrest Mankins

08/27/2025

10 Mountains, 4,000+ feet of Maine in reach.

Maine’s Lakes & Mountains region is home to ten of the state’s 4,000-foot (or higher) peaks. That's more than anywhere else in the state. From Sugarloaf to Old Speck, each summit offers a wild perspective you won’t find on the coast.

Ready to summit your next adventure? Discover all 10 trail guides: https://mainelakesandmountains.com/places/4k-footers/

08/25/2025

Summer evenings are for camp chairs, starry skies, and s'mores. Even on a Monday... 🤫

08/21/2025

Two Nights of Magic in the Garden!
The McLaughlin Garden’s Garden Illuminated is back — and now it’s TWO nights of candlelight, music, food, and community!

Friday, Aug 22 – Wine tasting with Willows Awake Winery, hors d’oeuvres, and live fiddle music by Pam Weeks.
Saturday, Aug 23 – “Garden Still Illuminated” with BBQ from Smokin’ Dave’s, a beer garden by Nonesuch River Brewing, and live music from Connor Garvey & His Band.

🎟 $20 members | $25 non-members. Tickets may be purchased at the door (cash or credit cards accepted) or in advance by calling the McLaughlin Garden and Homestead at (207) 743-8820.

For more, visit: https://mclaughlingarden.org/

08/20/2025

Explore like a local right from your phone. 📱 Trails, events, dining, and more in one handy app.

Download the free Maine Lakes & Mountains app today: https://mainelakesandmountains.com/plan-your-trip/app/

08/18/2025

Hear it? The ripple of the river, the call of a loon, the whisper of wind through pine. That’s the late summer soundtrack of .

Here it is for yourself. Plan your trip to visit. Our website is loaded with free resources to help get you started: https://mainelakesandmountains.com/

08/14/2025

Here is your official invitation to a weekend. ✉️

Join us for the 2025 Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival! Aug 15 – 17th – Simard-Payne Park, Lewiston, ME

A community celebration with hot air balloons at the center. With over 20 food stands, 13 balloons, and over 100k anticipated visitors over 3 days, this event is like no other.

Honorable mentions specific to this event: a carnival, live music, artisan fair, balloon tether rides, Pups in the Air, and so much more.

Learn more about the event + schedule: https://laballoonfest.org/

08/13/2025

The coast can wait. Late summer in the lakes is pure magic. Paddle, swim, or just soak it all in before the season shifts.