Bridgton

Bridgton sits at the center of the Lakes Region with public access to Highland Lake, Long Lake, and Woods Pond. Town beaches and boat launches make the lakes easy to enjoy, while Pleasant Mountain adds year-round activity with Maine’s oldest ski area and a network of trails. Pondicherry Park, a 66-acre preserve connected to Main Street, brings woodland paths into the heart of town.

Bridgton Hospital provides regional healthcare, and Bridgton Academy and Stevens Brook Elementary School sustain its role as an education center. The Magic Lantern Theater, Rufus Porter Museum, and Walker Memorial Hall contribute cultural depth, while Bridgton Highland Golf Course adds to recreation. The town hosts a winter carnival on Highland Lake and the annual Maine Lakes Brewfest, events that complement its mix of water, mountains, and community institutions. Together these features make Bridgton both a civic hub and a destination year-round.