Things to Do in Belgrade Lakes

Kayak or boat rental:

A short drive around Long Pond brings you to Castle Island Camps where you can rent a boat, do some fishing or rental paddleboats and kayaks.  The paddle over to Pam's house from the camp is a leisurely 1-2 hours with a stop to listen to the loons or explore blueberry island.  www.castleislandcamps.com 

Spa:  

 Belgrades Lakes has a wonderfully relaxing and peaceful day spa, located just opposite Pam's House.  Cheryl will pamper you with a full range of facials, body work and hand or foot care, providing these services is her beautiful old 1800s farmhouse.  Please make reservations in advance as spaces do tend to fill up!    www.belgradelakesdayspa.com

Golf:

The excellently reviewed Belgrade Lakes golf course has stupendous views of the surrounding lakes and is worthy of a walk to the top of the hill, even if you're not golfing. www.belgradelakesgolf.com

Dining, snacks, etc:

Day's General Store has pizzas, subs, coffee, pastries, wine and beer and a variety of groceries.  Definitely check this place out at least once while you're here - located just south of the dam.  www.go2days.com

Sunset Grille is the local hotspot for breakfast, dinner and drinks.  Located on the opposite end of town this place is usually packed with locals (and often shunned by tourists).  1214 W Rd Belgrade, ME 04917  (207) 495-2439.  We'll be kicking back and celebrating our arrival in town here on Friday night starting around 9:00 pm.

Belgrade Lakes Seafood sells fresh, steamed and fried seafoods as well as homemade ice-creams and sundaes.  On Route 27, just south of town, this place serves food outdoors at picnic tables.  207-495-0296

The Village Inn has both a restaurant and tavern, the latter of which is probably better value for the quality of food served.  www.villageinnducks.com

Wing's Hill Inn serves a 5 course prix fix meal on Friday night for $57 (and Saturday too, but you'll be eating with us!).  Call ahead for a reservation at one of their two seatings at 6:00 and 8:00 pm.  (866) 495-2400  www.wingshillinn.com

 

Hikes, hikes, and more hikes

Mount Phillip: Jump on the “Hemlock Trail/Bradley” and wander up the trail to enjoy lovely views of Great Pond.  Located in Rome. From Belgrade Lakes Village, follow Rt. 27 north to Rome Corner (Junction of Rt. 225) and turn right on Rt. 225. The trail is 1. 1 miles east from the Rome Community Center and on the left opposite a camp road labeled "Hemlock Trail." The trail goes up a bank near a yellow "curve" roadway sign and is easy to follow. The mountain rises 755 feet at the north end of Great Pond.  It is about 20 minutes to the summit.

French Mountain: Located in Rome. From Belgrade Lakes Village, follow Rt. 27 north past Rome Corner (Junction of Rt. 225). Continue on Rt. 27 for 1.2 miles, then turn left on Watson Pond Road. The trail is on the left side of the road 0.7 miles from Rt. 27. This mountain is the shortest of the hikes, but has the best views of Great and Long Ponds. It will only take about 15 minutes to summit, and when you do, the views at the top span Whittier Pond, Long Pond, the village, and Great Pond.

The Mountain
Located in Rome. From Belgrade Lakes Village, follow Rt. 27 north. The first road on the right is Crane Road which leads to the trail on the left side of the road rising 663 feet overlooking Great Pond. 

Also check out the Kennebec Highland Trails:  www.belgradelakes.org