Location: Lake Ossipee in Ossipee, New Hamshire.
Lake Ossipee is approximately 90 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts, 50 miles west of Portland, Maine, and 50 miles northeast of Manchester.
Amenities: A few of the many amenities of this area are swimming, boating, fishing, golfing, tennis, hiking during the summer months, and snowmobiling, skiing and ice fishing during the winter months. Also, not to mention shopping in North Conway which is just a short drive north on Route 16 and only minutes from Wolfeboro (America’s Oldest Summer Resort).
Location: Mooselookmeguntic Lake in Oquossoc, Maine.
Lake Ossipee is approximately 90 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts, 50 miles west of Portland, Maine, and 50 miles northeast of Manchester.
Noteworthy:
- The only marina on the lake is Haines Landing Marina.
- Mooselookmeguntic Lake is the largest of the Rangeley lakes.
- A Large part of the shoreline is preserved and can not be developed.
- True fisherman’s paradise (One of the few lakes left in the world, where you can still catch land locked salmon and brook trout.
Amenities: At Oquossoc, turn south onto Route 17 and follow it along Mooselookmeguntic Lake (an Indian word meaning "portage to the moose feeding place"), Maine's second largest. The lake is known for fishing, hiking trails, campsites, and great scenery.
(Height of Land is One of Maine's Most Scenic Spots ) Just southeast of Mooselookmeguntic is the Height of Land, considered one of the top scenic overlooks in all of New England, with views of the lake, forests, and mountains. The Appalachian Trail crosses the byway again here.
Highlights of Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway
The Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway covers an area of gleaming lakes and rolling hills, and is one of the loveliest reaches of Maine's outback. Unlike the area around Maine's coast, the Rangeley region is dense woodland opening up occasionally to make room for lakes, streams, and ponds. Fluid meadows dot the area with wildflowers waving in the wind. The serene quality of the area provides a place of unusual beauty and peace that allows wildlife to roam and thrive. While the best views and experiences can be had out in the open on a walk through nature's majesty, the sights gained at every turn on the byway are equally impressive. Drives lead to striking overlooks of mountains, lakes, and forests.
The scenic vista Height of Land is particularly enchanting in the fall. One of the most dramatic turnouts in the state, Height of Land shines during the fall foliage. It offers a stunning view of the mountain ranges blanketed in dazzling oranges, reds, and yellows. The nearby deep blues of lakes provide a startling contrast.
More info: www.rangeleymaine.com (External link)
