Rangeley Lake State Park
Name: Rangeley Lake State Park
Location: 1 State Park Rd, Rangeley, Maine, 04970
Activites: Walking trails, camping, group camping, swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing.
Dog-friendly: Yes, on leash
Hours: 9:00a.m.- sunset
Season: May 1st-October 1st
Camping: Yes
Fees: Yes, $4.00 adult Maine resident, $6.00 adult non-resident, $2.00 senior non-resident.
Rangeley State Park is home to eight-hundred and sixty-nine acres of boating, camping, picnicking, fishing, swimming, and more. It’s the perfect Western Maine mountain escape for those looking to get a taste of the Rangeley Lakes region.
The Rangeley Lakes region has a long history of sport camps, fishing, and providing a serene getaway for wealthy vacationers. Once the demand for rustic lake vacations dropped in the 1950s, a huge piece of property was donated to the State of Maine in 1960 from paper companies. In 2009, 29 additional acres of land were donated to the park. This purchase was funded by the Land for Maine’s Future Program. Since then, several partners and supporters have ensured that the donated land continues to be accessible to the public.
To access Rangeley Lake State Park from the North, take Route 4 South and then turn left onto South Shore Drive. The park will be on your right in about five miles. From Route 17, drive North and turn right onto South Shore Drive and the park will be on your left in about three miles. The park is open 9:00a.m. to sunset, May 15th- October 1st.
Rangeley State Park is home to a day use area complete with a beach, picnic tables and grills, toilets, and plenty of grassy space for playing lawn games. For those that prefer boating, there is a boat launch located half a mile from the day use area, along with docks for fishing.The campground is home to fifty campsites and two group campsites, as well as showers, toilets, and a playground. Fires are permitted at campsites and quiet hours are in effect from 10:00p.m. to 7:00a.m. Those looking to stretch their legs can enjoy the hiking trails that connect between the campground, day use area, and boat launch.
During our day use visit to the park, we enjoyed a nice stroll along the hiking trails with our dog, Boone. Then, we feasted on a small picnic in the day use area overlooking Rangeley Lake. The views of Saddleback Mountain were amazing! After a quick swim, we searched for wildlife among the shoreline and then made our way into Rangeley for some shopping and treats.
Rangeley Lake State Park is the perfect getaway for families, outdoor enthusiasts, adventure seekers, lake lovers, happy campers, and everyone in between. Grab your loved ones and enjoy a refreshing swim, a stroll along the shoreline, a lakeside picnic, and more!
