Moosehead Lake is Maine’s largest lake and one of the most spectacular wilderness destinations in the eastern United States. Covering 75 square miles and ringed by mountains, Moosehead offers world-class fishing, moose watching, snowmobiling, and a genuine taste of Maine’s wild interior that feels far removed from the busy coast.
Moose Watching
Moosehead Lake region has one of the highest concentrations of moose in the continental US. Early morning and evening drives along the Moose Mainiac Trail and the roads around Lily Bay almost guarantee sightings. Several outfitters offer guided moose watching safaris by canoe, which puts you silently into the coves and inlets where moose feed at dawn and dusk.
Outdoor Recreation
The lake itself offers exceptional fishing for lake trout, landlocked salmon, and brook trout. Lily Bay State Park on the eastern shore has a beautiful campground and boat launch. Mount Kineo, a dramatic rhyolite cliff rising 800 feet from the lake’s center, is accessible by ferry from Rockwood and offers hiking with panoramic views. In winter, Moosehead is a snowmobile hub with hundreds of miles of groomed trails.
Greenville
The town of Greenville is the main service center for the Moosehead region, with restaurants, outfitters, float plane services, and lodging. The Moosehead Lake Region Chamber of Commerce is a great first stop for trip planning. The Moosehead Marine Museum operates the historic steamboat Katahdin for scenic lake cruises in summer.