Where to go swimming in Greater Bangor

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • June 18, 2024

When it comes to staying cool, you’ve basically got two options: find air conditioning and glue yourself to it, or get in the water. Where can you swim in Greater Bangor, that doesn’t involve spending money or hours in the car battling traffic? We’ve got seven great options for you within 40 miles of Bangor with easy swimming for all ages:
• Stillwater River, Orono and Old Town
• Jackson Beach, Hermon
• Alamoosook Lake or Craig Pond, Orland
• Branch Lake, Ellsworth
• Molasses Pond, Eastbrook
• Northern Pond Nature Preserve, Monroe
• Sandy Point State Park, Stockton Springs