2018 Map of Great East Lake

About this map

Great East Lake straddles the boundary between Maine and New Hampshire, serving as the central geographic feature of a landscape defined by glacial ponds and shifting ridgelines. To the south, the settlement of Milton Mills sits along the Salmon Falls River, which forms a natural border separating Carroll and Strafford counties. The terrain is marked by numerous family and community burial grounds, including the Highland Grove Cem and Maple Grove Cem, reflecting the deep-rooted local history of towns like North Shapleigh and South Acton. The northern reaches are characterized by the Little Ossipee River and smaller water bodies such as Swan Pond and Lake Ivanhoe. Small-scale aviation is represented by Nadeau's Airport near Gerrish Mtn, while recreational history is evident at Great East Lake Beach, showcasing the region's enduring appeal as a woodland retreat.