Area Attractions

 

Fall 2011

Button Up

employeesThe docks are onshore and the rental boats are all in storage. Soon the ice will be forming on the lake with snowfall to come. We hope that all who used Thompson Lake during the summer of 2011 had a rewarding experience. Thanks for a great season.

Thompson Lake

All About the Lake

thompson lakeLocated in the shadows of some of southern Maine’s more publicized bodies of water, Thompson Lake compares favorably to all of them in terms of:

  • Accessibility
  • Size
  • Water quality
  • Boat Traffic
  • Scenic Beauty
  • Wildlife

What's Going on

Upcoming EventThe boating season for 2011 is over and the marina is closed. However, we are already working on improvements for next year. Stay tuned for upcoming news on the changes planned for next Spring.

Area Attractions

The area within and surrounding Thompson Lake has a lot to offer - from restaurants to shopping to recreational activities, to local events. Here are a few helpful links to help you make the most of your stay in the area…

Things to do on the lake...
  • Go to the Outpost for take-in/take-out
  • Swim at Keep Off Beach
  • Explore the Islands
  • Explore the Coves
  • Canoe/Kayak at the Heath
  • Go Tubing
  • Learn to Water Ski
  • Learn to Wakeboard
  • Hire a fishing guide
  • Bike around the lake
  • Take a cocktail cruise at sunset
  • Take a nighttime cruise – check out the stars
  • Find the loons, eagles, turkeys, deer, ducks, and snapping turtles
  • Catch fish (salmon, small mouth bass, large mouth bass, lake trout, pickerel, and sunfish)
  • Check out the three recreational camps
  • Check out the glacial rocks and rock walls (watch out for your props)
  • Come to the marina for ice cream

Things to do off the lake...

  • Go shopping at
    • North Conway, N.H.
    • Freeport, Maine
    • Maine Mall – South Portland
    • Old Port, Portland

Here are links for some of our favorite places to go for recreation, dining beverages, and other activities:

Fully stocked tackle shop
Naples Bait and Tackle
38 Harrison Road
Naples, Maine 04055
207-693-3638

Sports Bar
Pat’s Pizza
844 Roosevelt Trail
North Windham, Maine 04062
207-892-1700
www.patswindham.com

Pub/Great Belgian Beer Variety
Ebenezer’s Pub
44 Allen Road
Lovell, Maine 04051
207-925-3200
www.ebenezerspub.net

Place to Stay
Poland Spring Resort
543 Maine Street
Poland Springs, Maine 04274
207-998-4351
www.polandspringinns.com

Golf
Fairlawn Golf & Country Club
434 Empire Road
Poland, Maine 04274
207-998-4227
www.fairlawngolf.com

Golf
Summit Golf Course
292 Summit Spring Road
Poland, Maine 04274
207-998-4515

Lakeside Takeout
The Outpost
96 State Route 121
Otisfield, Maine
207-539-2323

Lobster
The Lobster Pound
Rt 302
Naples, Maine 04055
207-693-6580

Great Homemade Pies/Custard
Raymond’s Frozen Custard
857 Roosevelt Trail
Casco, Maine 04015
207-655-1116

Breakfast
Chute’s Café
Rt 302 Casco, Maine
207-655-711

Breakfast
Stone Dog Café
862 Roosevelt Trail
Windham, Maine 04062
207-693-3867

Lake Toys, Bathing Suits etc.
Sunsports Plus
845 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, Maine 04055
207-696-3867
www.sunsportsme.com

Closest Gas, Takeout, Some Groceries
Casco AG Food Store
RR 121
Casco, Maine 04015
207-627-4336

Casual Dining
Bray’s Brew Pub & Eatery
878 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, Maine 04055
207-693-6806
www.braysbrewpub.com

Casual Dining
Rick’s Café
Route 302/Roosevelt Trail
Naples, Maine 04055
207-693-3759
www.rickscafenaples.com

 

 

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