The spirit of Greenville to this day is marked by the pioneering spirit of its settlers and their extraordinary willingness to help each other.

These intangible qualities are those which others find special about Greenville: a sense of being on the edge of the wilderness and an extraordinarily high degree of genuine concern for friend and stranger. Some historians of the town say friendliness and helpfulness are natural in a community as geographically remote as Greenville has been. Greenville is the capital of the Moosehead Lake Region of the Maine Highlands

Nestled among the tree covered mountains, Moosehead Lake is the largest lake east of the Mississippi in one state. Moosehead Lake's island studded waters stretch as far as the eye can see until its blue is swallowed by the dark green of the surrounding forest.

Located at the doorstep of Maine's great north woods, Moosehead Lake is steeped in history. From Henry David Thoreau's explorations with Indian guides in the mid-1800's to a century ago when fashionable visitors arrived by train and summered at the grand hotels on the shores of Moosehead Lake's clear blue waters to escape the heat, noise and crowds of city life, Moosehead Lake has lured those seeking the beauty and serenity of this pristine wilderness.

Until recently, Moosehead Lake was an insiders secret, a place known to Maine families, hard-core sportsmen and down-hill skiers. Summer places were passed down through generations in families that cherished and protected the lake.

Today, Moosehead Lake is quietly becoming the destination for eco-tourists, nature lovers, and those seeking a refuge from the bustle and stress of their busy lives. Our pristine waters draw those wishing to explore nature by kayak or canoe, fly fish, relax on a scenic cruise on the historic steamship Katahdin, or feel the adrenaline rush of shooting the rapids on our world class white water rafting rivers.

Our beautiful mountains offer hiking experiences for all abilities (including a stretch of the Appalation Trail), as well as bird watching, scenic vistas, mountain biking, skiing, snow boarding and ice climbing. And of course, some of the finest Moose watching in the country is right outside our door!

Only 1 1/3 hours from Bangor and 2 1/2 hours from Portland, Moosehead Lake is closer than you think. From camping on the lake's shores to a room in a world class Inn, Moosehead Lake is for everyone. In any season, treat yourself and your family to a vacation that you'll always remember.