For years, the Rangeley Lakes Region has attracted visitors who yearn for a quiet escape from the faster tempos of regular life. Located 4½ hours from Boston, just traveling here can give one a true sense of “getting away from it all”. Nestled in the western mountains of Maine and off the beaten path, the Rangeley Lakes Region offers an experience that cannot be found in the more southern or coastal areas of the state. The terrain here is different – the hills, valleys, and mountains are more numerous. Lakes and ponds of all sizes are found here and the fishing is still the best in Maine.
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The most striking aspect of the Rangeley Lake area is the undeniable sense of tranquility that pervades the landscape. Here, amidst the rugged beauty of nature’s majesty, one can revel in the absence of the bustling crowds and modern trappings that often define more densely populated regions. For those who yearn for a haven of peace and solitude, who find solace in the grandeur of the natural world, and who dream of a home or retreat untouched by the encroachments of modern society, the Rangeley Lakes Region beckons as the ideal sanctuary.
Nestled within this pristine expanse are not only the renowned Rangeley Lakes themselves but also a multitude of smaller lakes and ponds that dot the landscape like glistening jewels. And if you venture twenty-five miles to the northeast, you’ll discover the serene beauty of Flagstaff Lake, further expanding the canvas of natural wonder in this captivating region.
The two towns at the center of this region are Rangeley and, five miles to its west, Oquossoc. Together, their year round residents barely number 1,000. There are, however, ample places to stay in the area and no end to the things you can do all year long – provided, of course, you enjoy outdoor recreation. Other lakes in the general area include: Mooselookmeguntic, Azisocochos, Umbagog and Kennibago.