Minnehonk Lake

Kennebec County, Maine

Minnehonk Lake is in Mt Vernon, Maine, under 25 miles from Augusta.

The Augusta State Airport is under 25 miles away, and the Portland International Jetport is under 85 miles away. For medical care, the Franklin Memorial Hospital is under 20 miles away.

Groceries and snacks can be found at several stores and markets within 20 miles. Locals recommend restaurants such as Olde Post Office Cafe, HJ Blakes for Goodness Sakes, Sunset Grill, and Belgrade Lakes Seafood.

Happy Medium

At 99 acres, Minnehonk Lake offers its residents privacy and plenty of space for lake fun.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and relaxing on the shoreline. There is a boat ramp on the northern end of the lake and shore fishing spots along the western side.

Anglers looking to toss out a line can find landlocked salmon, brown trout, brook trout, splake, rainbow smelt, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, chain pickerel, golden shiner, fallfish, white sucker, hornpout, burbot, pumpkinseed sunfish, slimy sculpin, and American eel.

Explore Nature

Outdoorsmen and women should be sure to go to Gott Pasture Preserve Trailhead. This preserve has well-maintained, manageable trails and water access.

Explore Augusta

There are many attractions to visit in Augusta, the state's capital. It's the perfect spot for a daycation in the city.

Fort Western is home to the country’s oldest wooden garrison building, which was built in 1754. Old Fort Western is a living history museum offering tours, hands-on activities, and unique interactive experiences involving the history of New England during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.

For outdoor enthusiasts, visit Viles Arboretum, a park with six miles of trails, over 200 species of trees to observe, and wildlife all on this 224-acre garden.

Golf enthusiasts should check out Belgrade Lakes Golf Club, an 18 hole course considered one of the top courses in Maine and New England. It includes fabulous greens and fairways and beautiful scenes of nature.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a waterfront property, Minnehonk Lake is an excellent choice.