Your Guide to Maine's Beautiful Lakes Region
Food scene
Serving breakfast all day. Gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, home style entrées, hand-thrown pizza, and desserts from scratch. Open daily 7-3. Ask about their seasonal hours.
Espressos, cappuccinos, lattes and other specialty drinks are available!
Enjoy the cafés comforts inside or outside in our courtyard along Rt. 302 and people watch at their new location, 108 Main St. Bridgton, Me.
73 locals recommend
Beths Kitchen Cafe
108 Main StServing breakfast all day. Gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, home style entrées, hand-thrown pizza, and desserts from scratch. Open daily 7-3. Ask about their seasonal hours.
Espressos, cappuccinos, lattes and other specialty drinks are available!
Enjoy the cafés comforts inside or outside in our courtyard along Rt. 302 and people watch at their new location, 108 Main St. Bridgton, Me.
Nectar
115 N High StBEST smoothie place!
Campfire Grille is a family friendly full service restaurant in the Maine Lakes Region... featuring creative American comfort food, fun cocktails, craft beers on tap, and a super friendly atmosphere. The outdoor deck is great for summer gatherings and dinners out.
41 locals recommend
Campfire Grille
518 Portland RdCampfire Grille is a family friendly full service restaurant in the Maine Lakes Region... featuring creative American comfort food, fun cocktails, craft beers on tap, and a super friendly atmosphere. The outdoor deck is great for summer gatherings and dinners out.
Ancora Italian Kitchen
Delicious Italian food - one of our favorites in town.
Casual dining in an equestrian atmosphere. Serving Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Famous for their Baby Back Ribs (8.5 tons served last year), Black Angus Steaks, Homemade Soups and Desserts. Klimek Family owned and operated since 1987.
55 locals recommend
The Black Horse Tavern
26 Portland RdCasual dining in an equestrian atmosphere. Serving Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Famous for their Baby Back Ribs (8.5 tons served last year), Black Angus Steaks, Homemade Soups and Desserts. Klimek Family owned and operated since 1987.
Restaurant & Bar set in farmhouse built in the 1860's. Outside bar Checkpoint 70 open in the summer and provides another stage for outdoor entertainment. Live bands every weekend in the summer!
48 locals recommend
Gary's Olde Towne Tavern
678 Roosevelt TrailRestaurant & Bar set in farmhouse built in the 1860's. Outside bar Checkpoint 70 open in the summer and provides another stage for outdoor entertainment. Live bands every weekend in the summer!
Great burgers and beer! You can sit outside during warmer months or you can order online and pickup.
42 locals recommend
STANDARD GASTROPUB
233 Main StGreat burgers and beer! You can sit outside during warmer months or you can order online and pickup.
A family-run business in Raymond, Maine offering a selection of high-quality foods, deli sandwiches prepared meals, wines, fresh produce, coffee and locally made Maine products, available for purchase or for gift baskets.
Owners, Walt and Linda Manchester, are long-time Maine residents who know and love, good food and wine.
39 locals recommend
Good Life Market
1297 Roosevelt TrailA family-run business in Raymond, Maine offering a selection of high-quality foods, deli sandwiches prepared meals, wines, fresh produce, coffee and locally made Maine products, available for purchase or for gift baskets.
Owners, Walt and Linda Manchester, are long-time Maine residents who know and love, good food and wine.
Most delicious donuts nearby! Local favorites including blueberry and apple cider plus so many more. Tell them it's your first time in, and they'll give you a free donut!
9 locals recommend
Village Donut Shop & Bakery
1246 Roosevelt TrailMost delicious donuts nearby! Local favorites including blueberry and apple cider plus so many more. Tell them it's your first time in, and they'll give you a free donut!
Captain Jack's is a family owned full service restaurant and bar. They are located in the Lakes Region at Naples Marina in Naples, Maine. They have beautiful views of the marina and the Naples causeway. Great place for good food, fun, and live music all summer!
24 locals recommend
Captain Jack's
34 Naples Marina LnCaptain Jack's is a family owned full service restaurant and bar. They are located in the Lakes Region at Naples Marina in Naples, Maine. They have beautiful views of the marina and the Naples causeway. Great place for good food, fun, and live music all summer!
Morning Glory Diner
78 Portland RdFamily owned diner with delicious breakfast options.
Homey taproom serving craft beer & seafood, including many varieties of lobster & crab rolls.
13 locals recommend
The Galley Restaurant & Pub
327 Roosevelt TrailHomey taproom serving craft beer & seafood, including many varieties of lobster & crab rolls.
A La Mexicana
243 Portland RdGreat local Mexican place. Friendliest staff!
Elevation Sushi and Tacos
103 Main StreetGreat new sushi spot.
Great restaurant about 12 minutes from the house. Large space so it's good for groups, families. The menu has something for everyone!
17 locals recommend
Olde Mill Tavern
56 Main StGreat restaurant about 12 minutes from the house. Large space so it's good for groups, families. The menu has something for everyone!
Dolce Amici
427 Main StGreat cocktail / ice cream spot.
The Little Mountain Store
1382 US-302Delicious food you can order online ahead of time.
Mom and pop smokehouse highlighting southern favorites such as ribs and pulled pork.
61 locals recommend
302 West Smokehouse & Tavern
636 Main StMom and pop smokehouse highlighting southern favorites such as ribs and pulled pork.
Antique Shops
The Barn
697 Roosevelt TrailThe Naples Barn is filled and overflowing with new, used, vintage & antiques.
Carriage House Antiques
1791 Roosevelt TrailSuper cute antique shop. The owner is very sweet.
Favorite Local Activities
Old-timey drive-in theater with 2 outdoor screens for retro & current films, plus a snack stand. Great for families or date night!
76 locals recommend
Bridgton Twin Drive-In
383 Portland RdOld-timey drive-in theater with 2 outdoor screens for retro & current films, plus a snack stand. Great for families or date night!
Bridgton Books is an independent bookstore established in 1993 by Justin and Pam Ward. They have over 20,000 different new and used book titles.
23 locals recommend
Bridgton Books
140 Main StBridgton Books is an independent bookstore established in 1993 by Justin and Pam Ward. They have over 20,000 different new and used book titles.
Denmark Art Center
50 West Main StreetLive music in the summer - check out their calendar for dates.
Saco River Canoe & Kayak
1009 Main StFloat or kayak down the famous Saco River!
Hailed as one of the finest golf courses in Maine, Point Sebago's 18-hole Championship course offers a fantastic day of golf. Situated on 500 acres of spectacular white birch forest, the par 72 course caters to all levels of play.
Ranging from a challenging 7,002 yards from the back tee to a forgiving 3,200 yards from the forward tee, and situated on 500 acres of spectacular white birch forest, the par 72 course caters to all levels of play. Round after round, it delivers the best golfing experience possible.
13 locals recommend
Point Sebago Golf Course
23 Golf DrHailed as one of the finest golf courses in Maine, Point Sebago's 18-hole Championship course offers a fantastic day of golf. Situated on 500 acres of spectacular white birch forest, the par 72 course caters to all levels of play.
Ranging from a challenging 7,002 yards from the back tee to a forgiving 3,200 yards from the forward tee, and situated on 500 acres of spectacular white birch forest, the par 72 course caters to all levels of play. Round after round, it delivers the best golfing experience possible.
Five Fields Farm – Gyger Orchards is an outdoor activity for the whole family! Offering pick your own apples, a fall farm stand and gorgeous views of Maine's Sebago Lakes Region. You can also enjoy a day of cross country skiing and snowshoeing throughout their several trails.
14 locals recommend
Five Fields Farm
720 S Bridgton RdFive Fields Farm – Gyger Orchards is an outdoor activity for the whole family! Offering pick your own apples, a fall farm stand and gorgeous views of Maine's Sebago Lakes Region. You can also enjoy a day of cross country skiing and snowshoeing throughout their several trails.
The yoga Studio location is on the Main Street of our lovely little town of Bridgton, Maine, nestled between The Bridgton News and #302 Art Gallery and Beth’s Cafe. They are located directly across from the Bridgton Library. Their little Sanctuary has become the talk of the town in all the best ways. It has been renovated creating a warm space that suits the small town with Big Love.
Threads of Yoga
118 Main StThe yoga Studio location is on the Main Street of our lovely little town of Bridgton, Maine, nestled between The Bridgton News and #302 Art Gallery and Beth’s Cafe. They are located directly across from the Bridgton Library. Their little Sanctuary has become the talk of the town in all the best ways. It has been renovated creating a warm space that suits the small town with Big Love.
The scenic ride adventure begins as the seaplane takes off from the dock on Long Lake in Naples, Maine. You will experience breathtaking views of the beautiful lakes region of Western Maine. A fun family friendly event - the plane can seat up to five passengers so bring the entire family for an unforgettable flight!
20 locals recommend
Naples Seaplane Base
The scenic ride adventure begins as the seaplane takes off from the dock on Long Lake in Naples, Maine. You will experience breathtaking views of the beautiful lakes region of Western Maine. A fun family friendly event - the plane can seat up to five passengers so bring the entire family for an unforgettable flight!
Public Parks & Beaches
In 2012, the Town of Bridgton acquired Pondicherry Park from Loon Echo Land Trust with a perpetual conservation easement. Lakes Environmental Association was a partner in this project. Through this collaborative effort, Pondicherry Park was created, consisting of 66 acres of quiet woodlands and 3,200 feet of stream shore in the heart of downtown Bridgton. The park is a protected landscape of woods, wildlife habitat, wetlands, and streams attracting people to low-impact recreation, education, and study – a unique public treasure in the center of town.
28 locals recommend
Pondicherry Park
Depot StreetIn 2012, the Town of Bridgton acquired Pondicherry Park from Loon Echo Land Trust with a perpetual conservation easement. Lakes Environmental Association was a partner in this project. Through this collaborative effort, Pondicherry Park was created, consisting of 66 acres of quiet woodlands and 3,200 feet of stream shore in the heart of downtown Bridgton. The park is a protected landscape of woods, wildlife habitat, wetlands, and streams attracting people to low-impact recreation, education, and study – a unique public treasure in the center of town.
Marking the gateway to Downtown Bridgton from the north, scenic Highland Lake Beach is a popular spot for visitors to stop for a picnic, a photo, or some playground time for the kids; and for locals and those who can spend the whole day, it’s a great place to swim from the beach, dock, or raft, relax on the sand, wash and launch your boat, and/or fire up one of the public charcoal grills and settle into a shaded picnic table for a bbq with friends. Public restrooms are another plus. Bridgton Recreation holds swim lessons here during the summer, and lifeguards are on duty during busy times. Parking is public and free.
22 locals recommend
Highland Lake Beach
253 Highland RoadMarking the gateway to Downtown Bridgton from the north, scenic Highland Lake Beach is a popular spot for visitors to stop for a picnic, a photo, or some playground time for the kids; and for locals and those who can spend the whole day, it’s a great place to swim from the beach, dock, or raft, relax on the sand, wash and launch your boat, and/or fire up one of the public charcoal grills and settle into a shaded picnic table for a bbq with friends. Public restrooms are another plus. Bridgton Recreation holds swim lessons here during the summer, and lifeguards are on duty during busy times. Parking is public and free.
Located on the south end of Woods Pond off Rte. 117, Woods Pond Beach offers a large, sandy beach, playground, public parking, and a roped-off public swimming area with a dock and two rafts/diving platforms.
7 locals recommend
Woods Pond Beach
676 S High StLocated on the south end of Woods Pond off Rte. 117, Woods Pond Beach offers a large, sandy beach, playground, public parking, and a roped-off public swimming area with a dock and two rafts/diving platforms.
Situated within Bridgton’s town-owned Salmon Point Campground on Long Lake, Salmon Point Beach offers public parking, restrooms, swimming access, and a sandy beach.
Salmon Point
Situated within Bridgton’s town-owned Salmon Point Campground on Long Lake, Salmon Point Beach offers public parking, restrooms, swimming access, and a sandy beach.
If staying at The Moose Den, you can launch your boat here and keep it docked at our dedicated dock space located across the street during your stay.
Moose pond Boat Launch, Denmark, ME 04022, USA
If staying at The Moose Den, you can launch your boat here and keep it docked at our dedicated dock space located across the street during your stay.
Food Markets
Hannaford Supermarket
1603 Main StLarge chain supermarket with beer and wine.
Food City
295 Main StLocal grocery store.
Shopping
Your favorite Maine department store! Name brand toys, clothes, home décor, and more at discount prices. Family-owned since 1949.
49 locals recommend
Renys Department Store
151 Main StYour favorite Maine department store! Name brand toys, clothes, home décor, and more at discount prices. Family-owned since 1949.
Walgreens
19 Portland RdNorth Conway outlets
Local Bars and Tap Houses
Depot Street Tap House
18 Depot StLocal tap house
Queen's Head Pub
Brand new brewery and pub in Bridgton with a roof deck and delicious food!