Nestled among the tree covered mountains, Moosehead Lake, in Piscataquis County, 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. The 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 the world class white water rafting rivers.