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Lake Information for Chesuncook Lake
Chesuncook Lake is a lake in Piscataquis County, Maine, formed by the damming of the western branch of the Penobscot River in 1903 and 1916. It is approximately 22 miles (35 km) long and 1-4 miles wide, with a surface area of 25,183 acres (101.91 km2) and a maximum depth of 150 feet (46 m). It is the third-largest body of fresh water in Maine.
Chesuncook has excellent cold water fishing in its deeper sections. The West Branch of the Penobscot River above Chesuncook Lake is the most important spawning tributary for salmon and trout.
Businesses Located Nearby
Boat Rental
- 5 Lakes Lodge
- Fire Rd 4 South Twin Lk - Millinocket, ME
- (207) 723-5045
- Maine Quest Adventures
- 2062 Medway Rd - Medway, ME
- (207) 746-9615
- Beaver Cove Marina
- 16 Lily Bay Rd - Beaver Cove, ME
- (207) 695-3526
Vacation Rental
- Ryder's Roost
- 49 Wilson Pond Rd - Greenville, ME
- (207) 695-2287
- Moosehead Lake Area Vacation Rentals
- Lower Wilson Pond - Beaver Cove Plantation, ME
- (207) 284-5087
- Chalet Moosehead Motel
- 12 Birch St - Harfords Point, ME
- (207) 695-2950
Bar and Restaurant
- Boss Motel
- 427 Main St - Jackman, ME
- (207) 668-4035
- Greenwood Motel
- 314 Rockwood Rd - Harfords Point, ME
- (207) 695-3321
- Americas Best Value Inn
- 935 Central St - Millinocket, ME
- (207) 723-9777