Local Info & Resources
If you’re considering purchasing lakefront property in Maine or looking for a vacation getaway, we hope this area information will convince you that you need look no further than the Belgrade Lakes region. And, if you’re just passing through, we hope you find it useful in planning your time in our area.
Below you’ll find local places to shop, restaurants for every taste and a multitude of things to do, including golf, hiking, and a variety of other activities, as well as useful links to area resources.
Useful Links
Belgrade Lakes Region Information
Belgrade Lakes region business site with lots of helpful information on
recreation, shops, dining, hiking and other activities.
Town of Belgrade
Public site for the town of Belgrade, Maine. Helpful info about events and
activities, and the history of Belgrade and Belgrade Lakes.
Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
State of Maine site for hunting/fishing regulations, seasons, etc.
Maine Snowmobile Association
Great source for snowmobile trail maps, trail conditions, weather, etc.
Colby College, Waterville
12th oldest independent liberal arts college in the nation on a beautiful
campus overlooking Waterville, offering a world class academic program.
Willow Run Bed, Biscuit & Bath
A country inn for dogs — pet boarding located just 10 minutes from
Belgrade Lakes Village south on Rt. 27.
SHOPPING in Maine’s Belgrade Lakes region
Whether you’re vacationing in the Belgrade Lakes region or stocking your lakeside home, the supplies you need are close at hand at local lake-area businesses; larger chain stores are just 20 minutes away.
Day’s Store
(207) 495-2205
Located in the center of Belgrade Lakes village, Day’s convenience store has just about anything you might have on your shopping list, along with specialty items and homemade pizza. It’s one-stop shopping for a little bit of everything, including fishing licenses, local maps, groceries, gasoline, and even movie rentals for rainy days.
Christy’s Country Store
(207) 495-8861
Christy’s Country Store is located just five miles south of the village on Route 27. Christy’s is a great place to stop for gas and supplies.
Augusta & Waterville
Larger grocery stores and big chain stores (Shaw’s, Hannaford, Walmart
Supercenter, etc.) can be found in Augusta and Waterville, both about 20
minutes from the Belgrade Lakes.
RESTAURANTS in the Belgrade Lakes region and nearby
When you don’t feel like cooking, there is a wide variety of restaurants in the Belgrade Lakes region and within a short drive. Some favorites of locals and visitors alike are listed below.
Local eateries (Belgrade Lakes Village and vicinity)
Village Inn
(207) 495-3553
The Village Inn is located close to the post office in Belgrade Lakes village; arrive by car or dock your boat at their facilities on both Long Pond and Great Pond. This seasonal restaurant is known for their award-winning roast duck, they have an extensive menu including fresh seafood, meats and appetizers. Dress is casual; reservations are highly recommended.
Sadies Boathouse Restaurant
(207) 495-4045
Sadie's Boathouse Restaurant is located at Great Pond Marina, overlooking beautiful Great Pond. We offer a relaxing environment with great service, amazing cocktails, hearty, contemporary American fare and the view is breathtaking. Reservations recommended.
Sunset Grill
(207) 495-2439
The Sunset Grill is located a half mile south on Route 27. Enjoy a casual setting for lunch or a relaxing night out. Top menu items include prime rib, burgers, and fried seafood. Visit them Friday and Saturday nights for karaoke
Augusta & Waterville
You can find many of the chain restaurants such as Applebee’s, 99 Restaurant, Ruby Tuesday, Texas Roadhouse, Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant, Longhorn Steakhouse, and more in these cities, just 20 minutes away.
GOLF in the Belgrade Lakes, Maine area
Belgrade Lakes Golf Club
(207) 495-4653
The Belgrade Lakes Golf Club is a top-five nationally ranked public course set in the rustic woodlands and panoramic hills of central Maine.
Sugarloaf Golf Club
(207) 237-6812
Located on Sugarloaf Mountain, this course is a Robert Trent Jones designed course, located
about one hour from the village of Belgrade.
HIKING nearby the Belgrade Lakes
There are many great hiking opportunities in the Belgrade Lakes
region and the surrounding towns; you can get a local map of the
Kennebec Highlands Trails at
Day’s Store. These
trails, maintained by the Belgrade Regional Conservation Alliance
(BRCA), are well-marked and range from “easy” to “more difficult.”
Some of the local favorites include:
Blueberry Hill
Drive to the top or take about 10 minutes for this easy hike and
enjoy awesome views of Great Pond and Long Pond.
The Mountain
Easy-to-moderate trail right outside the Village. Take Route 27 to
Mountain Road and go about 1 mile into the parking area — this hike
takes about 30 minutes.
French Mountain
Hike about a mile from Watson Pond Road to reach a rocky precipice
with expansive views of Long Pond. The hike takes from 10 to 30
minutes.
Mount Phillip
This is a 1.4-mile loop, starting from a parking area on the north
side of Route 225, directly across from Starbird Lane. Hike all the
way in until you reach a partial summit clearing at 755′. From here
you can enjoy views of Great Pond to the south and the Kennebec
Highlands to the west.
The BCRA is the land trust dedicated to conserving the lands, water quality, and natural heritage of the Belgrade Lakes region in Maine.
RENTAL PROPERTIES in the Belgrade Lakes area
Not ready to purchase a vacation cottage or lakefront cabin but want to explore the Belgrade Lakes region? If you rent for a week or the summer you can see all this area has to offer.
Belgrade Lakes Reservation Center
(207) 495-2104
Welcome to Belgrade Lakes Reservation Center! We are the area's premier cottage rental agency with over 36 years of experience. We offer a wide variety of seasonal camps and cottages, from simple rustic cabins to elaborate lake houses. We're happy to guide you through the rental process with personal service and ease. We want your Maine vacation to be a memorable one!
THINGS TO DO while you’re in the Belgrade Lakes, Maine area…
Gaslight Theater
Founded in 1937 as the Augusta Players, Gaslight is the oldest
continuously operating community theater in Maine. Located in the
Hallowell City Hall, Gaslight offers four shows each year.
Maine Wilderness Tours
Full-service outfitter serving central Maine. Based in Belgrade
Lakes, Maine, they offer lodging and guide services for fishing,
white water rafting, canoeing, hunting and much more.
Water’s Edge Guide Service
Locally owned and operated by Andrew Wilkie, Water’s Edge Guides
offers a full range of guiding services in the Belgrade Lakes
region, as well as other parts of Maine.
Waterville Opera House
Central Maine’s cultural center since 1902, the Opera House has
hosted ballet performances, concerts, comedy, vaudeville, touring
shows, and the Maine International Film Festival, to name a few.
Great Pond Marina
Full-service marina located on Great Pond offering dock space, boat
rentals, fuel and marine supplies.
Kayaking/Canoeing
Explore all 7 lakes of the Belgrade Lakes chain or take a trip down
the Kennebec River.
Visit Mt. Desert Island and
Acadia National Park
Visit the historic park for hiking, biking on the 45 miles of
carriage trails, and shopping in downtown Bar Harbor.
Whitewater rafting
Explore the Kennebec, Dead or Penobscot Rivers while experiencing
the adrenaline rush of whitewater rafting. Several whitewater
outfitters provide rafting experiences complete with an open-grill
meal.
Moose Watching
One of the best places to see a moose is Rangeley, a little over an
hour away. If you have never seen a moose, this is a must!
Visit the Maine State Museum
(207) 287-2301
Travel to Augusta to visit the Maine State Museum, with its four
floors of world-class exhibits. Explore and discover the best of
Maine with exhibits spanning from the Ice Age to the 1960s.
We hope you find this information useful. And, if it’s made you realize what a great place the Belgrade Lakes region would be to live, Lakepoint Real Estate is here to help with all your home buying or selling questions or needs.
If we can answer any of your questions about the area or about a specific property, please call us today at (207) 495-3700 or contact us via email.
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