Things to do in the area
There is much to see and much to do in the Bridgton area. Here are a few of our favorite things...
They put REAL butter on their popcorn! Cool Art Deco interior that celebrates the era when the theater first opened in the 1920's.
84 locals recommend
The Magic Lantern
9 Depot StThey put REAL butter on their popcorn! Cool Art Deco interior that celebrates the era when the theater first opened in the 1920's.
An old-timey drive-in theater with 2 outdoor screens for retro & current films, plus a snack stand.
76 locals recommend
Bridgton Twin Drive-In
383 Portland RdAn old-timey drive-in theater with 2 outdoor screens for retro & current films, plus a snack stand.
Saco Canoe Rental Company
558 White Mountain HwyCanoe, Kayak and Tube rentals
Saco Bound Canoe & Kayak
2561 E Main StBike, Canoe, Kayak and Tube rentals
The SONGO RIVER QUEEN II is a privately built replica of the famed Mississippi River Paddle Wheelers. Round trips on Long Lake range anywhere from 6 to 12 miles depending on the length of the trip chosen.
55 locals recommend
Songo River Queen II
841 Roosevelt TrailThe SONGO RIVER QUEEN II is a privately built replica of the famed Mississippi River Paddle Wheelers. Round trips on Long Lake range anywhere from 6 to 12 miles depending on the length of the trip chosen.
Enjoy an old-fashioned railroading experience as you journey on historic rail routes in vintage passenger cars in North Conway, NH.
180 locals recommend
Conway Scenic Railroad
38 Norcross CirEnjoy an old-fashioned railroading experience as you journey on historic rail routes in vintage passenger cars in North Conway, NH.
Pondicherry Park includes 66 acres of woodlands and streams in the heart of Bridgton. The main trailhead and kiosk is at the Bridgton Municipal and Community Center.
28 locals recommend
Pondicherry Park
Depot Street Pondicherry Park includes 66 acres of woodlands and streams in the heart of Bridgton. The main trailhead and kiosk is at the Bridgton Municipal and Community Center.
The Holt Pond Preserve is over 400 acres of woodland and stream next to Holt Pond in Bridgton. A trip to Holt Pond is always a wonderful experience.
Lakes Environmental Association, Maine Lake Science Center
51 Willett RdThe Holt Pond Preserve is over 400 acres of woodland and stream next to Holt Pond in Bridgton. A trip to Holt Pond is always a wonderful experience.
About an hour away in Glen NH, is Storyland, a childrens' theme park in New Hampshire, offering rides and entertainment .
324 locals recommend
Story Land
850 NH-16About an hour away in Glen NH, is Storyland, a childrens' theme park in New Hampshire, offering rides and entertainment .
Five Fields Farm
720 S Bridgton RdMaine Apple Farm and X-Country Ski trails
Pietree offers a wide variety of Pick-Your-Own fruits, including apples, strawberries, blueberries and more throughout the season.
23 locals recommend
Pietree Orchard
803 Waterford RdPietree offers a wide variety of Pick-Your-Own fruits, including apples, strawberries, blueberries and more throughout the season.
High View Farm is home to free-ranging Belgian draft horses, Guernsey and Jersey milk cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits, barn cats, hardworking dogs, and a guard donkey
8 locals recommend
High View Farm
48 Leander Harmon RdHigh View Farm is home to free-ranging Belgian draft horses, Guernsey and Jersey milk cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits, barn cats, hardworking dogs, and a guard donkey
Located on the south end of Woods Pond off Rte. 117, Woods Pond Beach offers a large, sandy beach, playground, public parking, and a roped-off public swimming area with a dock and two rafts/diving platforms.
7 locals recommend
Woods Pond Beach
676 S High StLocated on the south end of Woods Pond off Rte. 117, Woods Pond Beach offers a large, sandy beach, playground, public parking, and a roped-off public swimming area with a dock and two rafts/diving platforms.
Marking the gateway to Downtown Bridgton from the north, scenic Highland Lake Beach is a popular spot for visitors to stop for a picnic, a photo, or some playground time for the kids; and for locals and those who can spend the whole day, it’s a great place to swim from the beach, dock, or raft, relax on the sand, wash and launch your boat, and/or fire up one of the public charcoal grills and settle into a shaded picnic table for a bbq with friends. Public restrooms are another plus. Bridgton Recreation holds swim lessons here during the summer, and lifeguard are on duty during busy times. Parking is public and free.
22 locals recommend
Highland Lake Beach
253 Highland RoadMarking the gateway to Downtown Bridgton from the north, scenic Highland Lake Beach is a popular spot for visitors to stop for a picnic, a photo, or some playground time for the kids; and for locals and those who can spend the whole day, it’s a great place to swim from the beach, dock, or raft, relax on the sand, wash and launch your boat, and/or fire up one of the public charcoal grills and settle into a shaded picnic table for a bbq with friends. Public restrooms are another plus. Bridgton Recreation holds swim lessons here during the summer, and lifeguard are on duty during busy times. Parking is public and free.
SALMON POINT BEACH
Situated within Bridgton’s town-owned Salmon Point Campground on Long Lake, Salmon Point Beach offers public parking, restrooms, swimming access, and a sandy beach.
Salmon Point Road
Salmon Point RoadSALMON POINT BEACH
Situated within Bridgton’s town-owned Salmon Point Campground on Long Lake, Salmon Point Beach offers public parking, restrooms, swimming access, and a sandy beach.
Within a a 35 minute drive in Conway NH you will find the tax-free shopping at 75 stores and restaurants at Settlers Green and Settlers Crossing among others.
266 locals recommend
Settlers Green Outlet Village
2 Common CtWithin a a 35 minute drive in Conway NH you will find the tax-free shopping at 75 stores and restaurants at Settlers Green and Settlers Crossing among others.
Swimming, sport fishing, camping and boating are some of the summer activities enjoyed by visitors. The park's 250-site campground is a popular destination for family vacationers and provides lasting memories season after season. Wooded areas offer a respite from the sun and activity on the beaches. Whether hiking on marked trails or bicycling on park roads, visitors find many way to enjoy the park.
91 locals recommend
Sebago Lake State Park
3 Park Access RdSwimming, sport fishing, camping and boating are some of the summer activities enjoyed by visitors. The park's 250-site campground is a popular destination for family vacationers and provides lasting memories season after season. Wooded areas offer a respite from the sun and activity on the beaches. Whether hiking on marked trails or bicycling on park roads, visitors find many way to enjoy the park.