Raymond, Maine Offers Plenty of Water for Lake Adventures
August 8th, 2010 categories: Sebago Lakes Region
A crystal clear day on Raymond Pond in the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine
Raymond sits on Jordan Bay along the northeast shore of Sebago Lake, the second largest lake in Maine. Water adventures are plentiful on the ponds and lakes including Crescent Lake, Panther Pond, Notched Pond, Raymond Pond, Thomas Pond and Sebago Lake. For dock slips and boat rentals, visit Jordan Bay Marina or Panther Run Marina, both easily accessed from Sebago Lake or Route 302.
In the northeastern section of town, Morgan Meadow Wildlife Management Area is a largely forested preserve bisected by Sucker Brook. This mixed forest with a significant wetland habitat is ideal for hiking, biking, canoeing and hunting. Another hiking area offering splendid views including of Mt. Washington is Rattlesnake Mountain. Along Route 302, a paved trail extends from the Raymond/Windham town line to Raymond Beach. Planted areas along this trail are maintained by a group of volunteers called “Walk and Weeders.”
Historic buildings owned by the Raymond-Casco Historical Society include the East Raymond Union Chapel, circa 1890 and the Manning House, circa 1804. The Manning house was named for its original owner, Richard Manning, uncle of 19th century American author, Nathaniel Hawthorne. Next door, is the Hawthorne House, which Nathaniel and his mother and sisters lived in from 1913 till 1925.
The Good Life Market, at the corner of Routes 302 and 85, offers a variety of sandwiches, locally raised natural beef and bison, imported and specialty cheeses, fresh produce, a large wine selection, Borealis and Big Sky bread, Maine Roasters coffee, fine liquor and spirits, local and specialty beers, personal care products, free movies to borrow and cigars. For fresh seafood, check out the Fisherman’s Catch on Route 302..
The Sebago Lake Derby Fest , held each February at Raymond Beach, attracts people from across the state.
Raymond Town Office, 401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond 04071
www.raymondmaine.org, 207.655.4742, fax: 207.655.3024
Incorporated 1803
Named for Captain William Raymond
Square miles: 41.6
Population: 5,000
2010 Tax Rate: $11.11/thousand
Fire/Police/Ambulance: 911
Non-emergency—Fire and Rescue: 655.1187
Cumberland County Sheriff: 800.501.1111
Raymond Village Library: 207.655.4283
Raymond Elementary School: 207.655.8672
Jordan-Small Middle School: 207.655.4743
RSU 14, Windham Raymond School District: 207.892.1800
Boat Launches: Raymond Pond, Crescent Beach, Panther Pond, Sebago Lake at Raymond Beach
Public Beaches: Tassel Top Park (fee), Raymond Beach, Crescent Beach
Playgrounds: Shari Gagnon Memorial Park, Raymond Elementary School*
Picnic Area: Panther Run
*Not available during school hours
Tom - MrLakefront
