{"id":23657,"date":"2021-04-09T10:05:36","date_gmt":"2021-04-09T14:05:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/?page_id=23657"},"modified":"2022-09-26T14:19:25","modified_gmt":"2022-09-26T18:19:25","slug":"rangeley-plantation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/western-maine\/franklin\/rangeley-plantation\/","title":{"rendered":"Rangeley Plantation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Welcome to Rangeley Plantation!<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"4272\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-4272\" src=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Rangeley Western Maine\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-105x70.jpg 105w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-317x211.jpg 317w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-423x282.jpg 423w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0-634x422.jpg 634w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2015\/12\/vtm130CDDD656221DBA0.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rangeley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The small community of Rangeley Plantation, not to be confused with the adjacent town of Rangeley, is situated on the south side of Rangeley Lake and is home to the wonderful Rangeley Lake State Park. Rangeley and Mooselookmeguntic Lakes provide excellent fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities during the summer, and the area is a popular road trip destination.<\/p>\n<h4>Activities<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainetrailfinder.com\/trails\/trail\/bald-mountain-trail-oquossoc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Bald Mountain Trail<\/strong><\/a> <em>Bald Mountain Rd, Rangeley Plt, ME 04970<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Sandwiched right between Mooselookmeguntic and Rangeley Lakes, this mountain couldn&#8217;t ask for a better location! The 2.3-mile round-trip trail is rated as moderate, and a new 30-foot tall view tower at the summit provides spectacular views of the surrounding lakes and mountains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainetrailfinder.com\/trails\/trail\/mountain-pond\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Mountain Pond Trail<\/strong><\/a> <em>Edelheid Rd, Rangeley Plt, ME 04970<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This moderate, 2.9-mile round trip trail leads through the wilderness to the pristine Mountain Pond!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fishrangeley.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Rangeley Lake Guide Service<\/strong><\/a> <em>234 S Shore Dr, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 649-3542<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Guided fishing trips on Rangeley Lake, as well as a beautiful, well-equipped log cabin for rent, offered by a lifelong resident and Maine Master Guide!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stateparks.com\/rangeley_lake_state_park_in_maine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Rangeley Lake State Park<\/strong><\/a> <em>1 State Park Rd, Rangeley Plt, ME 04970 | (207) 864-3858<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Rangeley Lake State Park offers a large campsite, picnic area, playground, as well as beach and boat access to the stunning Rangeley Lake. This is a beloved destination all year round and an excellent base for exploring all the Rangeley area has to offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rlht.org\/shelton-noyes-scenic-overlook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shelton Noyes Overlook<\/strong><\/a> <em>Rte 17, Rangeley Plt, ME 04970<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This roadside overlook is a great place to pull over and enjoy a panoramic view. This hidden gem is typically less crowded than the nearby Height of Land!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Dining<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Plenty of great dining options are available nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/western-maine\/franklin\/welcome-to-rangeley\/dining-in-rangeley\/\"><strong>Rangeley<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/sandy-river-plantation\/\"><strong>Sandy River Plantation<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Lodging<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rangeleyrentals.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Morton &amp; Furbish Vacation Rentals<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>Offering various rental properties on Rangeley Lake and the surrounding area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rangeleycabin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Rangeley Lake Guide Service<\/strong><\/a> <em>234 S Shore Dr, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 649-3542<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Guided fishing trips on Rangeley Lake, as well as a beautiful, well-equipped log cabin for rent, offered by a lifelong resident and Maine Master Guide!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenphillipswildernesscamping.com\/campsites.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Stephen Phillips Memorial Area<\/strong><\/a> <em>377 Stephens Road, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 864 &#8211; 2003<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This beautiful campsite offers lakeside sites, including many on nearby islands accessible only by boat! This wilderness campsite is the perfect place to &#8216;unplug&#8217; and enjoy Maine&#8217;s natural beauty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Shops &amp; Services<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fishrangeley.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Rangeley Lake Guide Service<\/strong><\/a> <em>234 S Shore Dr, Rangeley, ME 04970 | (207) 649-3542<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Well-equipped four-season rental log cabins overlooking Rangeley Lake offer the opportunity to escape the hectic lifestyle and enjoy the piece of nature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Lots of other shops and services are available in nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/western-maine\/franklin\/welcome-to-rangeley\/rangeley-shops-and-services\/\"><strong>Rangeley<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/western-maine\/northern-franklin\/\">Return to Northern Franklin County page<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Rangeley Plantation! 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