Abbot, Maine
Pleasant River crossroads south of Moosehead
Overview
Abbot sits along Route 15 north of Guilford and Dover-Foxcroft. The East Branch of the Pleasant River and nearby Piper Pond draw paddlers and anglers, while ITS snowmobile corridors link the village to Greenville and points south. It is a quiet service stop for travelers heading toward Moosehead.
Key Facts
Population 650
Region Maine Highlands
County Piscataquis
Founded 1827
Nearest City Dover-Foxcroft (12 minutes)
What Abbot Is Known For
Abbot Local Highlights
Piper Pond
A clear, 2-mile-long pond with public access for fishing and paddling.
Route 15 gateway
On the main corridor from Bangor and Dover-Foxcroft to Greenville.
Trail access
ITS and club trails for sledding and ATV riding across the Highlands.
Things to Do
1
Launch at Piper Pond
Fish for bass and trout or swim on warm summer days.
2
Ride the ITS
Use local connectors toward Greenville or Guilford; check the /guides/snowmobiling-guide for etiquette and maps.
3
Follow the Pleasant River
Paddle quiet stretches north toward Willimantic and Monson forests.
Living in Abbot
Rural homes and camps line forest roads, with groceries and services in Guilford and Dover-Foxcroft. Winter travel depends on plowed dirt roads and wood heat is common.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 70-80 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 0-25 F
spring
Cool and muddy, 38-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with strong foliage
How to Get There
On Route 15 between Dover-Foxcroft and Guilford, 35 minutes north of I-95 in Newport.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
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Abbot outline
Key Facts
Population
650
Region
Maine Highlands
County
Piscataquis
Founded
1827
Nearest City
Dover-Foxcroft (12 minutes)