Shapleigh, Maine
Lakes and ledges on the York County foothills
Overview
Key Facts
Population 2,900
Region Southern Maine Coast
County York
Founded 1785
Nearest City Sanford (15 minutes)
Town Office
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What Shapleigh Is Known For
Shapleigh Local Highlights
Lake life
Mousam Lake and Square Pond provide swimming, boating, and ice fishing.
Forested hills
Trails and old woods roads lead to local ledges and ponds.
Rural access
Route 11 links Shapleigh to Sanford and the Lakes Region quickly.
Things to Do
1
Boat Mousam Lake
Enjoy public launches and warm-water fishing.
2
Explore Shapleigh woods
Walk local conservation parcels and snowmobile trails.
3
Foliage drives
Follow Route 11 north toward Waterboro and Limerick for fall color.
Living in Shapleigh
Shapleigh offers lake camps and year-round homes with services in Sanford or Biddeford. Snowmobile clubs and lake associations are active parts of community life.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 72-84 F
winter
Cold, 8-28 F with steady snow
spring
Cool and muddy, 40-58 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with strong foliage
How to Get There
Reach Shapleigh via Route 11 from Sanford or Newfield; Route 109 connects to Acton and the NH border.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Shapleigh outline
Key Facts
Population
2,900
Region
Southern Maine Coast
County
York
Founded
1785
Nearest City
Sanford (15 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website