Major city · United States
Bridgton
Half a day for the lake and a meal, or a full day if you ski Shawnee Peak. Not a base for the region.
Bridgton is a small Maine town on Long Lake, 45 minutes northwest of Portland. It works as a lunch stop on the way to the White Mountains or as a ski day at Shawnee Peak. The town itself has a short main street, a few restaurants and a summer beach scene. Most visitors pass through in a few hours.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (lake season), Jan–Feb (skiing)
- avoid Apr (mud season, many places closed), Nov
- Airport
- PWM
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Bridgton911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Bridgton Hospital emergency department+1 207 647-6000
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bridgton, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · +1 207 647-6000 Bridgton Hospital emergency department
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPWM Portland International Jetport (About 45 min drive via US-302).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée at a sit-down restaurant$18–30
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich at a diner$8–14
- BeerBeer (pint)$5–7
- Budget bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$130
- High-end bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PWM Portland International Jetport (About 45 min drive via US-302)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Feb
Best
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Mar
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Apr
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
not flagged
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Best: Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug. Avoid: Apr, Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest May (13 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bridgton: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
10 rd
Feb
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
9 rd
Mar
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
11 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
12 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
13 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
11 rd
Dec
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The town is walkable on foot but the lake, ski area and most lodging are spread along US-302.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Frye Island
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Car ferry from Bridgton town dock, 15 min crossing
Seasonal ferry runs late Jun–early Sep; no cars without reservation.
Standish
goDoor to door: About 25 min
US-302 east, about 20 min
Sebago Lake State Park and the Standish boat launch.
New Gloucester
goDoor to door: About 30 min
US-302 east then ME-26 south, about 25 min
Shaker Village and Sabbathday Lake.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Route 302 corridor
Motels and inns along the main road; easy access to the lake and ski area.
Shawnee Peak base
Ski-in/ski-out condos and a lodge; seasonal.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–180 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × US$130 | US$130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Shawnee Peak day lift ticket2 × US$75 · check | US$150 |
| Shawnee Peak night lift ticket2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$61 |
| Trip total≈ US$336 per person per day, bed included | US$671 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Lunch sandwich at a diner | $8–14 |
| Dinner entrée at a sit-down restaurant | $18–30 |
| Beer (pint) | $5–7 |
| Gas (per US gallon)check | $3.50–4.50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Many restaurants close by 20:00 or earlier in off-season; check hours ahead.Many restaurants close by 8:00 PM or earlier in off-season; check hours ahead.
- Shawnee Peak night skiing runs until 21:00 but trails are limited.Shawnee Peak night skiing runs until 9:00 PM but trails are limited.
- Long Lake beaches are free but parking fills by 11:00 on summer weekends.Long Lake beaches are free but parking fills by 11:00 AM on summer weekends.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Bridgton Hospital emergency department
- +1 207 647-6000
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Portland Jetport → Bridgton (taxi or rideshare): about $60–80, 45 min (check)
- Bridgton → Shawnee Peak (taxi or rideshare): about $10–15, 10 min (check)
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- Thank you — Thank you (thank you)
- How much is it? — How much is it? (how much is it)
- Where is the bathroom? — Where is the bathroom? (where is the bathroom)
English is universal; no local language barrier.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bridgton. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (lake season), Jan–Feb (skiing) · avoid Apr (mud season, many places closed), Nov · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Shawnee Peak, Long Lake beach, and the town common with verified seasonal hours.
- Eat pages with last-order times for the 3–4 year-round restaurants.
- Ferry schedule for Frye Island (check).
Sources
- officialBridgton town website
- officialShawnee Peak
- secondaryWikivoyage: Bridgton, revision 4983288 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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