Range Pond State Park
🏆 Official Guide: Range Pond State Park — 750 acres on the shores of Lower Range Pond in Poland, Maine (Androscoggin County) — featuring a 1,000-foot sandy beach with lifeguards, fishing (smallmouth + largemouth bass, brown trout, perch, pickerel), boating (≤10 HP), mountain biking trails, hiking through pine + hardwood forests, winter cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking, and picnicking — a family-friendly four-season park with no camping.
Range Pond State Park is one of Maine’s finest day-use parks — 750 acres of pine and hardwood forests surrounding the calm waters of Lower Range Pond, crowned by a spectacular 1,000-foot sandy beach. The park’s wide, shallow swimming area makes it ideal for families, while the trail network draws hikers, mountain bikers, and winter sports enthusiasts year-round.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Poland, ME — Androscoggin County |
| Size | 750 acres — Lower Range Pond |
| Beach | 1,000 ft sandy — lifeguarded (seasonal) |
| Camping | ⚠️ No camping available |
| Hours | Year-round — 9 AM to sunset |
| Dogs | Leashed — seasonal beach restrictions |
Activities
| Activity | Season | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming | Summer | 1,000-ft sandy beach — calm, shallow water |
| Fishing | Year-round | Smallmouth/largemouth bass, brown trout, perch, pickerel |
| Boating | Summer | Kayaks, canoes, small motors (≤10 HP) |
| Hiking | Year-round | Forest trails — pine + hardwood |
| Mountain Biking | Spring–Fall | Dedicated trail network |
| Cross-Country Skiing | Winter | Groomed trails |
| Snowshoeing | Winter | Forest trails |
| Fat Biking | Winter | Winter trail access |
| Picnicking | Year-round | Tables + grills — beach + trail areas |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I camp at Range Pond?
No — Range Pond State Park is a day-use only park with no camping facilities. The park is open year-round from 9 AM to sunset. For overnight stays, check nearby state parks with campgrounds.
Are motorboats allowed?
Yes, but motors are limited to 10 horsepower or less. The pond is popular for kayaking, canoeing, and small motorized boating. The horsepower restriction keeps the water calm and ideal for paddling and fishing.
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