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Great East Lake (Acton · Shapleigh)
Acton · Shapleigh, Maine
Deep, cold border lake between Maine and New Hampshire in Acton / Shapleigh. Public landings, small beach pockets.
At a glance
Overview
Great East Lake is a deep, clear glacial lake straddling the Maine / New Hampshire border between Acton and Shapleigh, in York County. It is a classic cold, spring-fed border lake with public boat landings, summer camps, and modest sandy pockets at the access points rather than a wide public beach. Confirm which access you are using, as state-line rules and parking differ between the Maine and New Hampshire sides.
- Also known as
- Great East Lake (Maine / New Hampshire)
- County
- York
- Region
- The Maine Beaches
- Water type
- Lake
- Swim feature type
- Lake beach
Know before you go
Public
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
From Route 109 in Acton, follow the local roads to the public boat landing on the Maine side; alternate access is available via New Hampshire in Wakefield. Park at the landing and walk to the water. The state-line rules apply on shore and lot.
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