Wilson Lake in Acton, Maine, Provides a Pristine Sanctuary

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Wilson Lake in Acton, Maine, Provides a Pristine Sanctuary


Clean, Clear Wilson Lake in Acton, Maine
Lakefront property on spring-fed Wilson Lake in Acton, Maine offers you a sanctuary from the rest of the world. At 3 miles long and 2 miles wide, this 294-acre lake has a maximum depth of 44 feet and a mean depth of 17 feet. It’s located near Route 109 and just north of Gerrish Mountain in Acton.
If you enjoy lots of sun during the day and gorgeous sunsets, this small lake might just be your place to kick back and relax. At times, you’ll have the whole lake to yourself. It’s quiet, yet active enough to be interesting.
The Wilson Lake Association, led by President Teg Rood,  completed a watershed survey in 2009 to identify sources of pollution caused by erosion from stormwater runoff. According to the final report, “Teams rated impact, made recommendations to remediate each source using erosion control practices and estimated the cost of the remediation.” The water quality of Wilson Lake is average.
Anglers know that the state stocks trout, bass and perch in Wilson Lake. A boat ramp can be accessed off of Hawk Road.
The rolling hills of pine and birch trees add to the quiet serenity and beauty of Wilson Lake. Most afternoons you’ll catch a constant breeze flowing across the cooling water, making for a delightful siesta in your hammock.
And yet . . . with all of this quietude, you’ll still find amenities close by. The small town of Acton is only 90 minutes from Boston, 45 minutes from Portland, and 60 minutes from LL Bean and all that Freeport has to offer.  Sanford is close by for shopping, theaters and restaurants. And Old Orchard Beach and North Conway, New Hampshire plus the White Mountains are only a day trip away.
Make it a nightly ritual to visit Ted’s Clam Shack for ice cream. And don’t forget dinner at Big Daddy’s Restaurant.
The clean, clear water of Wilson Lake is waiting for you to make memories here. Leave the world behind and find your waterfront sanctuary in Acton–whether it be a camp, cottage or condo.
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