Round Pond - Rangeley

Franklin County, Maine

Round Pond is in Rangeley, Maine, not far from the Maine-New Hampshire and Canadian borders. Augusta is under 85 miles away for a weekend getaway.

The Augusta State Airport is around 80 miles away, and the Portland International Jetport is under 120 miles away. The Rangeley Family Medicine is under 10 miles away, and the Rumford Hospital is under 45 miles away.

Groceries and snacks can be found at several stores and markets within 20 miles. Locals recommend restaurants such as The Shed, Parkside & Main, Furbish Brew House & Eats, and The Blue Orchid.

Happy Medium

At over 100 acres, Round Pond offers its residents privacy and plenty of room for recreation and relaxation.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and relaxing on the shoreline. There is a launch site off Dodge Pond Road, but many homes have private docks to explore the water.

Anglers looking to toss out a line can find landlocked salmon, common shiner, brook trout, redbelly dace, rainbow smelt, blacknose dace, yellow perch, creek chub, white sucker, and lake chub. The pond is open to fly fishing only in the summer months and is closed to ice fishing.

Visit 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, Round Pond is an excellent choice.