David Pond, Tilton Pond and Basin Pond in Fayette, Maine, Known for Turquoise-colored Water

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Pristine Tilton Pond in Fayette, Maine
David Pond and Tilton Pond in Fayette, Maine, are located on either side of Watson Heights Road and offer lakefront property owners a perfect paradise. With the smaller Basin Pond, they form a triangle.
David Pond is the largest of the three at 297 acres, with a maximum depth of 37 feet and average water quality.  Imagine yourself gliding across this pristine pond in your canoe or kayak and exploring its numerous coves as you watch for wildlife.

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Tilton Pond encompasses 115 acres and has a maximum depth of 44 feet. You’ll find a carry-in boat launch on the southeast shore off Route 17.You can still find the old Jackman’s Mill, which stood on the stream running between the two ponds.The shape of the 27-acre Basin Pond reminds me of a snail. The pond may be small, but it’s certainly deep, with a maximum depth of 106 feet. There is a carry-in boat ramp.
All three ponds are part of the 30 Mile River Watershed Association. The Association “is a coalition of towns, pond/lake associations, and land trusts which have a direct interest in the watershed . . . The organization plans to accomplish its purpose by initiating and supporting major activities in three areas: 1) Invasive Plant and Animal Education, Interception and Detection; 2) Water Quality/Safety Monitoring; and 3) Boat Law Education and Compliances.
Fayette is nestled in the foothills of the picturesque Longfellow Mountains.  There is no town center, but the town office, Fayette Central School, Fayette Country Store, Underwood Memorial Library and a church are spread out along Route 17. It is truly a place where you can take time to slow down and smell the flowers.
Several properties in Fayette have been protected so that they will remain forever natural. Though there are no marked trails at Matthews Wildlife Habitat on Route 17, look for the opening in the stonewall and enjoy walking about. The Parker Pond Headland Preserve, is a 100-acre peninsula with 5,000 feet of rocky shoreline on nearby Parker Pond. The land includes a 1.5 mile moderate trail.
The Rainbow Riders Snowmobile Club maintains 24 miles of trails including the state connector ITS 115.
Nature lovers will revel in the delights they find at waterfront property for sale on these turquoise-colored ponds.

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