Sebago Lake, only 30 miles northwest of Portland, Maine, is the second largest lake in the state. With a depth reaching 316 feet, it is also the deepest lake in Maine. Sebago Lake’s 105 miles of shoreline make it a popular destination for lovers of camping, hiking, and outdoor sports. The lake and surrounding land are especially popular for fishing and golf.

Sebago Lake Fishing

Sebago Lake is known for its large populations of fish, drawing fishing enthusiasts from all over the country. Most commonly found in these waters are various types of salmon, smelt, trout, and bass. While many of these fish are native to these waters, some are stocked by the state of Maine solely for the purpose of sport fishing. The recent illegal introduction of northern pike to Sebago Lake is threatening to disrupt the ecosystem, and the state is asking anglers to notify them of any pike catches to contain the population.

Golf & Other Outdoor Recreation

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The state of Maine has established a strong reputation for its excellent golf courses. One of the best of these is Point Sebago Resort Golf Course (pictured), voted the best golf course in southern Maine by Golf Digest. These pristine 500 acres offer an 18-hole, par 72, championship course with something for a golfer of any level of skill. The course boasts 7,002 yards from the back tee, while the less experienced can begin at 3,200 yards from the forward tee. Point Sebago Resort Golf Course also offers golf schools and clinics taught by professionals, as well as an impressive practice center.

Another of the area’s favorite outdoor recreation areas is Sebago Lake State Park, situated conveniently between the foothills of the While Mountains and the shores of Sebago Lake. Originally opened in 1938 and open year-round, Sebago Lake State Park’s 1,400 acres offer the best of woodland recreation as well as two public boat launches for water sports. This diverse area includes beaches, forested areas, ponds, and a river, with plentiful plant and animal life throughout. There are trails for hiking as well as paths for cycling. The park’s campground provides 250 sites for campers.

Sebago Lake Camping

Camping is popular along the shores of Sebago Lake. The Sebago Lake Family Campground provides 101 campsites and eight cottages along its 600 feet of private Sebago Lake beach. All sites include a fire pit and a grill on which to cook. Sebago Lake Family Campground also offers the rental of pontoon boats, a country store, and a Laundromat. The Naples RV Campground prides itself on luxurious amenities such as free wireless internet access, cable television at every site, and a heated swimming pool. With the capability to accommodate 38 to 40 foot campers, Naples also provides RV rental units to those without their own.

Sebago Lake Hotels & Lodging

One of the most popular Point Sebago lodging options is the Point Sebago Resort (pictured). Home of the Point Sebago Resort Golf Course, this resort offers impressive amenities, such as a marina, a restaurant with a view of the lake, and a regular entertainment program that highlights all there is to do at Sebago Lake. With lodging options including camp sites, Park Homes, Resort Cottages, and Vacation Homes, there is something for every taste at Point Sebago Resort. Private vacation rentals are also popular and plentiful in Sebago Lake. While they offer many of the amenities of the resorts, such as cable television and wireless internet access, they also provide additional quiet and privacy.