Inviting water of Great Pond on a summer day
Great Pond in Maine, situated primarily in the town of Belgrade and less so in Rome, is among the largest bodies of water in the world called a “Pond.”

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Great Pond measures roughly seven miles north to south by 4 miles east to west. It has a surface area of 8239 acres, has a maximum depth of 69 feet and a mean depth of 21 feet, and its shore length is over 46 miles.

This large body of water has been a destination of boaters, fishermen, and outdoor enthusiasts for many, many years. Great Pond is blessed with above average water quality and its cleanliness and clarity have been monitored and protected by a very active lake association, The Belgrade Lake Association.
Salmon fishing used to be a big draw here, but the salmon have “left” and the attraction now is fishing for northern pike. (When I say “left,” I mean they have been devoured by northern pike, fished out, or both.) Northern pike are an aggressive species and have thrived in the waters of Great Pond. Some grow as large as 30 pounds and it’s these giants the sports fishermen are after. Love them or hate them, their appeal to many fishermen is undeniable.
Cabins and cottages dot the waterfront, as well as some more ostentatious dwellings. Some have been in families for generations, while others are newly constructed by recent inductees to the beauty and attractions of Great Pond and the Belgrade Lakes Region in general.
Several islands call Great Pond home including the largest, Hoyt Island, as well as Chute Island, Joyce Island, Oak Island and Pine Island.
The outlet waters of Great Pond flow through the Great Pond Storage Dam and into Long Pond. Visit the town of Belgrade, buy a sandwich and cold drink at Day’s Store, and picnic at the park area along the spillway that separates Great Pond from Long Pond.
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