The commercial and cultural heart of the Maine Lakes Region, a four-season destination with a historic downtown, pristine lakes, and a welcoming community of local businesses.
Bridgton is the vibrant center of the Maine Lakes Region, nestled between Highland Lake and Long Lake in the foothills of Western Maine. With a walkable downtown full of independent shops, restaurants, and galleries, Bridgton offers the kind of authentic small-town New England experience that visitors and residents alike treasure. The town has served as the commercial hub of the region since its incorporation in 1794, and the Chamber of Commerce, founded here in 1937, continues to champion its business community.
Outdoor recreation defines life in Bridgton. Highland Lake, which sits at the edge of downtown, offers swimming, kayaking, and fishing steps from Main Street. Long Lake stretches 11 miles north through Harrison, perfect for boating and summer exploration. In winter, Pleasant Mountain (Shawnee Peak) draws skiers from across New England with 140 trails across four peaks, making Bridgton a true four-season destination. Pondicherry Park, a 66-acre nature preserve, provides miles of walking trails through forests and wetlands just minutes from the village center.
Bridgton is also home to Bridgton Academy, a private postgraduate and prep school founded in 1808, one of the oldest educational institutions in Maine. The town's cultural scene includes the Bridgton Twin Cinema (one of the last remaining twin cinemas in the country), the Rufus Porter Museum celebrating itinerant folk art, and a busy calendar of community events from the Fourth of July parade to the annual Mushroom Festival. Whether you are starting a business, raising a family, or looking for your next adventure, Bridgton is a town that welcomes you home.
Chamber members serving the Bridgton community.
Bridgton sits at the crossroads of some of Maine's most beautiful lakes.
Upcoming events, gatherings, and happenings in town.
Essential services and contacts for Bridgton residents and visitors.
Town Clerk, Tax Collector, Code Enforcement, and General Administration.
Books, programs, Wi-Fi, children's story hours, and community meeting space. A cornerstone of downtown Bridgton.
Private postgraduate and prep school founded in 1808, one of Maine's oldest educational institutions.
United States Postal Service, Bridgton, ME 04009. Located at 60 Portland Road.
Fire protection and emergency services for the Town of Bridgton. Emergency: dial 911.
Stevens Brook Elementary, Lake Region Middle School, and Lake Region High School, serving Bridgton and surrounding towns.
Member businesses, town resources, and points of interest in Bridgton.