Pleasant Pond

Somerset County, Maine

Pleasant Pond is in The Forks Plantation and Caratunk, Maine, under 100 miles from Bangor.

The Bangor International Airport is under 100 miles away, and under 75 miles away is the Northern Light CA Dean Hospital and the Northern Light Mayo Hospital.

Groceries and snacks can be found at several stores and markets within 50 miles. Locals recommend restaurants such as Rachel’s Restaurant, Kennebec River Brewery, Patricks Restaurant & Pub, and Valley View Pizza & Subs.

Endless Opportunities

At 1,037 acres, residents will be hard-pressed to run out of fun things to do on Pleasant Pond.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and relaxing on the shoreline. There is a private boat launch on the west shore, but many homes have private docks to explore the water.

Anglers looking to toss out a line can find lake trout, redbelly dace, brook trout, fathead minnow, rainbow smelt, blacknose dace, white sucker, and lake chub.

Explore Nature

Outdoorsmen and women should be sure to visit Houston Brook Falls. This natural beauty offers beautiful waterfalls, a fairly easy hike to get there, and is a must-visit destination.

Visit Bangor

Bangor is a very popular city in the state and is home to the “King of Horror,” Stephen King. It also attracts tourists from all over for hosting the American Folk Festival.

Discover Bangor with tours and museums to entertain and educate. Popular spots include the Cole Land Transportation Museum and the Maine Discovery Museum.

Residents and visitors can hike or bike through the one-mile city forest located in a quiet place in the middle of the city.

For a fun photo opportunity, don’t miss out on the Paul Bunyan Statue! The city claims to be both the birthplace of the lumber industry and the American legend.

A Place to Call Home

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