Column: How to spend 36 hours on Rangeley Lake

PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • June 11, 2026

Out in western Maine, this tourist destination offers a throwback version of summer, marked by wilderness adventures and the amenities of a quaint downtown. Whether you’re paddling in the lake or overlooking it from a patio, the point is to be outside as much as possible. Here’s how to make the most of a weekend getaway in the region.