Searsmont, Maine
Waldo County pine town on the St. George River headwaters
Overview
Searsmont sits where Routes 3 and 131 meet in central Waldo County. The St. George River begins here, threading past old mills and the small village green. Locals work in wood products, commute to Belfast or Camden, and spend weekends fishing Sherman and Quantabacook lakes or hiking the ridges of nearby Frye Mountain.
Key Facts
Population 1,392
Region Midcoast Maine
County Waldo
Founded 1814
Nearest City Belfast (15 minutes)
What Searsmont Is Known For
Searsmont Local Highlights
Wood products
Sawmills and timber yards anchor the local economy.
Access to Camden Hills
Quick drive south to Megunticook Lake and trailheads.
Quiet swimming holes
The town dam on the St. George River is a summer gathering spot.
Things to Do
1
Paddle the St. George River
Start near the village and float downstream through farmland bends.
2
Hike Frye Mountain
Explore old fire tower roads and wildlife openings in the WMA.
3
Fish Quantabacook Lake
Target bass and trout on this long, narrow water west of town.
Living in Searsmont
Mix of village homes and rural properties with wood heat, snow-packed backroads, and easy commutes to Belfast, Camden, or Augusta. Services and groceries are in nearby coastal towns.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 68-82 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 8-30 F
spring
Cool and muddy, 40-60 F
fall
Crisp, 45-62 F with bright foliage
How to Get There
Follow Route 3 west from Belfast or east from Augusta; Route 131 links Searsmont to Appleton and Camden.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Searsmont outline
Key Facts
Population
1,392
Region
Midcoast Maine
County
Waldo
Founded
1814
Nearest City
Belfast (15 minutes)