History of Bridgton, Maine, USA

1839 - Bridgeton
Bridgeton, Maine
Cumberland county, is pleasantly situated on the border of Long pond, and near the head of navigation to Portland by the Cumberland and Oxford canal. The distance from this place to Portland, by navigable waters, is about 50 miles. The soil of Bridgeton is good, and produced in 1837 4,000 bushels of wheat. Its location affords it great facilities for inland trade. Long pond is about 20 miles in length and 1 in breadth. It empties into Crooked river, which passes into Sebago pond. This town lies 74 miles S.W. by W. from Augusta, and 40 N.W. from Portland, by the road. Population, 1837, 1,863.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1906 - Bridgton
Bridgton, a banking post-village of Cumerland co., Me., on the Bridgton and Saco River R., 40 miles NW. of Portland. It has a cannery, woollen-factories, etc. Pop. in 1900, 1552.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of things to do and places to visit in Bridgton:
Highland Lake: Highland Lake is one of Bridgton's most beautiful features. It's perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing, and boating. There's a public beach where you can relax and soak up the sun, and you can also rent paddleboards and boats from local businesses.

Shawnee Peak: If you're visiting during the winter months, Shawnee Peak is the place to go for skiing and snowboarding. It's a family-friendly ski resort with various slopes for different skill levels.

Hiking: The Bridgton area offers some fantastic hiking opportunities. Popular trails include Pleasant Mountain, which offers panoramic views of the region, and Pondicherry Park, a more accessible option with picturesque walking paths along the Stevens Brook.

Bridgton Historical Society: Learn about the town's history at the Bridgton Historical Society. You can explore exhibits, artifacts, and documents that shed light on Bridgton's past. The museum is housed in a beautifully preserved historic building.

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