Belmont, Maine

Waldo County farms minutes from Belfast

Overview

Belmont sits west of Belfast on Route 3. Open meadows and small farms dominate the landscape, with forested ridges and ponds tucked between. Residents enjoy country quiet while relying on Belfast for groceries, harbor dining, and the arts scene. Frye Mountain Wildlife Management Area and the Passagassawakeag River corridor are close by for low-key hikes and wildlife viewing.

Key Facts

Population 1,060

Region Midcoast

County Waldo

Founded 1814

Nearest City Belfast (10 minutes)

Town Office Visit official website

What Belmont Is Known For

Belmont Local Highlights

Rural scenery

Pastures, stone walls, and classic Midcoast backroads.

Proximity to the bay

Quick access to Belfast's harbor, arts, and dining.

Local agriculture

Small farms and seasonal stands serving the region.

Easy recreation

Short drives to Frye Mountain WMA trails, Belfast Rail Trail, and Penobscot Bay launches.

Things to Do

Bike the backroads

Ride low-traffic loops toward Morrill and Belfast; check the /guides/biking-guide for more routes.

Visit Belfast

Pair Belmont's quiet with Belfast Harbor Walks, galleries, and farm-to-table spots.

Explore Frye Mountain WMA

Walk former tote roads and look for grouse and deer sign in the nearby wildlife area.

Foliage drives

Follow Route 3 toward Liberty and Freedom during peak color; the blueberry barrens blaze red in late fall.

Living in Belmont

Belmont offers rural homes with easy access to coastal amenities. Residents commute to Belfast for school, markets, and the hospital, while Route 3 makes Augusta and Bangor reachable for work. Expect gravel roads, wood heat, and active farm equipment in season.

Weather & Seasons

summer

Warm, 68-80 F

winter

Cold, 10-28 F with snow

spring

Cool and muddy, 38-55 F

fall

Crisp, 45-60 F with strong foliage

Local Wildlife & Nature

Deer and wild turkey in farm edges Songbirds and grouse around Frye Mountain WMA Loons on nearby Swan Lake and Lake St. George

How to Get There

On Route 3 between Augusta and Belfast; Route 131 links north-south toward Searsmont and Lincolnville.

Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.

Satellite preview

Belmont outline

Outdoor Recreation

Hiking

Year-round (Best: May - Oct)

Snowmobiling

Winter (December - April)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you find groceries and restaurants?

Most errands are handled in [Belfast](/towns/belfast), 10 minutes east, with supermarkets, hardware stores, and harbor dining.

Are there public trails in Belmont?

Belmont's recreation is mostly on quiet roads, but Frye Mountain WMA and the Belfast Rail Trail are short drives away for hiking and easy walking.