Porter
Welcome to Porter!
According to Wikipedia, “The land was once territory of Pequawket, the Abenaki village at what is now Fryeburg. It was purchased from the Massachusetts General Court in September 1795 by Dr. Aaron Porter of Biddeford and others.” “Porter became noted for its orchards. Outlets of ponds provided sites for mills, with the best water power on the Ossipee River at Kezar Falls, where part of the village lies in Parsonsfield. The town had numerous sawmills, a gristmill, furniture factory, bobbin factory and a boot and shoe factory. In 1870, the population was 1,104.”
Activities
- Bald Ledge Trail Danforth Ln, Porter, ME 04068
- This 1.2-mile trail to the summit of Bald Ledge offers beautiful views of nearby lakes and forest, and is a favorite among local hikers.
- Maine Teen Camp 481 Brownfield Rd, Porter, ME 04068 | (800) 752-CAMP
- Nestled between two lakes and rolling hills, this camp is the only accredited camp specifically for teenagers to have a device-free, meaningful, and fun summer experience.
- Merrifield Farm Stand Rte 25, Porter, ME 04068 | (207) 205-5263
Fall Foliage - A classic Maine farm stand seasonally offering the best local produce, maple syrup, honey, preserves, ice cream, and more!
- Moonset Farm 756 Spec Pond Rd, Porter, ME 04068 | (207) 625-7733
- Local farm offering premium-quality meats, as well as a unique focus on floral arrangements, including a flower farm-share and wedding packages.
- Parsonsfield-Porter Covered Bridge 51 Kezar Mountain Rd, Parsonsfield, ME 04047
- This fine example of an old covered bridge, one of the few remaining in Maine, spans the Ossipee River between Porter and Parsonsfield just east of Route 160.
- Parsonsfield-Porter Historical Society & Museum 92 Main St, Porter, ME 04068
- This historical society maintains a house in Porter filled with artifacts of local history, and also maintains several historical sites around town.
- Porter Old Meetinghouse Old Meetinghouse Rd, Porter, ME 04068
- This meetinghouse building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, showcases architecture from the early 1800s and holds an important place in Porter’s history.
Dining
- Good Health Farm Store and Community Classes 504 Ossipee Trail, Porter, ME 04068 | (207) 625-9074
- Fabulous health food store with a focus on local produce and their own goats’ milk products!
- Additional dining options can be found in nearby Hiram, as well as just across the York County line in Cornish and Parsonsfield.
Lodging
- Lodging options are available in nearby Hiram and Brownfield, as well as just across the York County line in Cornish and Parsonsfield.
Shops & Services
- Blueberry Basket 193 Spectacle Pond Rd, Porter ME 04068 | (207) 490-3919
- Great little gift shop offering all-things-Maine, especially blueberries! Available goodies include soap, chocolates, candles, decorations, and more!
- Good Health Farm Store and Community Classes 504 Ossipee Trail, Porter, ME 04068 | (207) 625-9074
- Fabulous health food store with a focus on local produce and their own goats’ milk products!
- Stewart’s Bargain Barn 89-99 Cross Rd, Porter, ME 04068 | (207) 625-8151
- A great place to find deals on furniture, doors, windows, and all sorts of other odds and ends.