Things To Do in Franklin, Maine

This small, 77-acre pond is set in one of Downeast Maines most scenic areas. It is a great spot to fish from shore, since one side of the pond is entirely bounded by Maine Route 182. If you are vis... More on Trails

Trout on the fly were possible in the evenings after the hatches occured. More on Trails

Dont be too discouraged by the development along the western arm of Donnell Pond. Past Little Island, Donnell Pond is largely undeveloped and a superb paddling spot on all but the busiest summer we... More on Trails

A pleasant paddle on a deep, clear-water pond with sandy beaches and access to panoramic views atop nearby peaks. The 15,000-acre Donnell Pond Reserve is one of 29 Public Reserve Lands spread acros... More on Trails

Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Christmas trees- you choose and we cut, Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths and boughs, Christmas decorations, saws provided, trees bagged, trees tied, free tree trimmings, Christmas tree ... More on pickyourownchristmastree

Choose and cut Christmas trees, More on pickyourownchristmastree

A day trip to a mountain summit. Old slag piles at the top are evidence of past mining activities. Local rumor says that the soft metal mined here was used during wartime as a hardening agent for gunmetal. General location: ... More on Trails

How to get there: Get to Ellsworth, Maine. Follow the signs for Rt. 1 and Machias, taking the left at McDonalds. After about 5 miles, just past the chain saw art place, look for the Tideway Market. Stop and get chicken tenders and ... More on Donnellpond.com