Stetson, Maine
Farm fields and ponds west of Bangor
Overview
Stetson sits between Bangor and Newport with two popular ponds for bass and pike. Rolling farms line Routes 222 and 143, while local clubs maintain winter and summer trail spurs that tie into larger Penobscot County networks. The town stays quiet but within half an hour of bigger services.
Key Facts
Population 1,200
Region Maine Highlands
County Penobscot
Founded 1831
Nearest City Bangor (25 minutes)
What Stetson Is Known For
Stetson Local Highlights
Warmwater fishing
Stetson Pond and Pleasant Lake draw boaters for bass, pickerel, and ice fishing.
Rural commute
Easy access to Bangor’s jobs while keeping open farmland and woods.
Trail access
Local connectors link to ITS and ATV systems toward Levant and Newport.
Things to Do
1
Launch at Stetson Pond
Use the public ramp for fishing or a sunset paddle.
2
Ride backroad loops
Cycle or drive quiet farm roads during fall foliage.
3
Snowmobile spurs
Connect to regional ITS routes once the lakes freeze.
Living in Stetson
Spread-out homes and farms with basic services in nearby Levant or Newport; Bangor offers the nearest hospital and big-box shopping.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 70-82 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 5-25 F
spring
Cool, 38-58 F with mud season
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F and colorful fields
How to Get There
Follow Route 222 west from Bangor or Route 2/143 north from Newport; I-95 access is about 10 minutes away in Newport.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Stetson outline
Key Facts
Population
1,200
Region
Maine Highlands
County
Penobscot
Founded
1831
Nearest City
Bangor (25 minutes)