The area is called the Lakes Region for good reason. Large freshwater lakes and ponds dominate the landscape.  Located in the foothills of the White Mountains, the  delightful geography produces magnificent scenic vistas with a huge variety of 'all season' recreation options.   For information on local businesses and events, the Bridgton area chamber of commerce is a good source of information on local events.

• The Lakes - Long Lake, Highland Lake, Moose Pond, Crystal Lake, and Woods pond are the major lakes in the immediate area.  Considered part of the Sebago Lakes region, they are all wonderful boating, fishing, and swimming destinations with numerous public beaches and boat launches in Bridgton and the surrounding towns.
• Golf  - The Bridgton area Golf courses are framed with magnificent mountain backdrops.  Local courses include the Bridgton Highland Golf Club and another half dozen choices with a 15 mile radius.
• Snowmobiling - ITS 89 runs right through the area and connect to the entire Maine trail network. In addition, the the Bridgton Easy Riders , Harrison Friendly Riders, and Fryeburg Interstate Snogoers provide a great local network of trails.  Don't own a sled? Why not check out Fryeburg Snowmobile Rentals and learn about another way to enjoy the winter season.
• Shawnee Peak -  This great family ski area is just down the road so you don't even have to leave town for great skiing and snowboarding!  Don't forget to ski under the moon and stars at this great night skiing destination.
• Winter Carnival - Bridgton hosts a 2 weekend winter carnival celebration with sled dog, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and a variety of fun family activities. 
• Local Shopping - Fun, whimsy, and echoes of the past make shopping the towns and villages of the Lakes Region is a favorite pastime for residents and visitors.  For antique lovers, this part of Maine could have you reaching for your wallet.
  
• Local Dining -  The local restaurants and pubs seem are a favorite source of entertainment and relaxation.  With everything from ice cream shops to elegant inns, there is something for everyone in the area.  Enjoy! 

• Fryeburg - A delightful town with wonderful shops, restaurants, area attractions, and of course, most well known as the home of the largest fall festival in New England.

• Sebago Lake - The 'big one' and second largest lake in Maine, this is the place to go when you really want to experience a really big lake excursion, the kind where you can actually get lost on fresh water.  Sebago is so big, that Bridgton an Long Lake are considered the northern part of it.  Be sure to check out Sebago Lake State Park. 
• New Hampshire's White Mountain region - A huge area that includes the White Mountain National Forest and the Mt. Washington Valley.  The attractions  in this region range from outlet shopping and fine dining to old fashioned railroads, a half dozen ski areas and golf courses, Mount Washington and the presidential range.
• Sunday River Ski Resort -  A huge, premier Ski resort which is one of the finest in the Northeast and it is less than a half hour from this property.
• Sunday River Golf Course - Rated the top course in the northeast, it is a spectacular course nestled in the Mahoosuc Range of the Western Mountains.
  
• Bethel Village - Bethel is the tourism center of the region.  If you want to browse quaint shops, enjoy a fine dining experience, or mingle with the vacation crowd, Bethel is a great place to spend some time relaxing.
• ATV Clubs - in the area prove many opportunities for riding' in the woods and making new friends.
• Other Favorites - Here's a list of other regional favorites and walking trails that you may find interesting.

• Coos Canyon - A beautiful gorge and very fun swimming hole on the east branch of the Swift River with gold that you can pan off of the river bottom -  but please - don't quit your day job, yet.
• Tumbledown Mountain - Is a 3,068-foot tall mountain and favorite hike under five miles east of Coos Canyon.
• Lake Webb and Mt. Blue State Park - Maine's largest state park runs alongside Lake Webb where a beautiful freshwater beach is back dropped by magnificent mount blue.
• Rangeley Scenic Byway - a truly awe inspiring drive that overlooks the magnificent Rangeley Lakes region as you travel over the 'height of the land' into the Rangeley region valley.
• Grafton Notch - Home to Grafton Notch State Park and the Grafton Notch Scenic Byway Beginning in Bethel, Maine, this scenic byway  winds through the notch that it is named for offering wonderful views of the Mahoosuc Range.

• The Rangeley Lakes Region - A magnificent area of huge lakes and mountains to explore in any season. Summer is short above the notch with fall colors blazing by late August!
• Caribou-Speckled Mountain Wilderness - Another wild area well worth your time and exploration.  At 12,000 acres it is the largest wilderness reserve in Maine.
• Saddleback Mountain - Called the big affordable mountain, a recent new trail expansion makes Saddleback an even greater ski destination. 
• Sugarloaf Mountain - Another excellent  premier ski and golf mountain resort that won't disappoint.