The One Pristine Inland Beach In Maine That Will Make You Swear You're On The Coast

If you can’t make it to the coast of Maine because the drive is too long, that’s ok because there are so many inland lakes in Maine that will remind you of the ocean! From Echo Lake to Sebago Lake, there are many popular family-friendly lakes around the state. But one favorite is a little less well-known but – trust us – it’s totally worth the hype.

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Webb Lake is a beautiful lake that will make you think you're on the coast, complete with rocky shores, sandy beaches, and the occasional wave caused by boaters having fun on the water.

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Webb Lake is great for the whole family, with a sandy beach for the kids to play and build sand castles. It's also home to a lot of private camps, campgrounds, as well as a few inns and other accommodations, so there is always room to stay when your kids beg to stay longer!

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Webb Lake is full of smallmouth bass, brown trout, white perch, and pickerel. Both fishing and ice fishing competitions take place at Webb Lake throughout the year. Just be sure to grab a temporary fishing license if you're not from the state of Maine.

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Mount Blue State Park stretches across 7,489 acres and has 136 campsites and many trails - several of which run alongside Webb Lake, making it easy to take a hike and then cool down in the clear water.

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From the lake, you can look around and see Tumbledown Mountain, Mt. Blue, Jackson Mountain, Blueberry Mountain, and Bald Mountain. All of these mountains have trails to explore!

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Besides ice fishing, the winter draws people who love to cross-country ski and snowshoe the trails.

Webb Lake is definitely a spot you’ll want to add to your summer bucket list. To get the full faux coastal experience, grab a bite to eat at this waterfront restaurant. And, don’t forget to check out everything Mount Blue State Park has to offer.