Winthrop, Maine

The Winthrop Lakes Region

Overview

Winthrop is located in the Winthrop Lakes Region and is the largest town (not city) in Kennebec County. The town's population approximately doubles during summer as seasonal residents return to lake camps.

Key Facts

Population 6,121

Region Kennebec Valley

County Kennebec

Founded 1771

Nearest City Augusta (15 mins)

Town Office Visit official website

What Winthrop Is Known For

Winthrop Local Highlights

Lakes Region

Multiple pristine lakes offer swimming, boating, fishing, and lakefront living.

Summer Camps

Dozens of seasonal camps line the lakes, bringing families back generation after generation.

Norcross Point

A popular lakefront park with beach, playground, and picnic areas on Maranacook Lake.

Population Boom

The town's population nearly doubles in summer with returning seasonal residents.

Things to Do

Swim at Norcross Point

Enjoy the public beach, playground, and picnic area on scenic Maranacook Lake.

Boat the Lakes

Launch your boat to explore Maranacook, Cobbosseecontee, and connecting lakes.

Fish for Bass and Salmon

The lakes offer excellent fishing for largemouth bass, salmon, and other species.

Explore by Kayak

Paddle the interconnected lakes and enjoy scenic shorelines and wildlife.

Living in Winthrop

Winthrop offers affordable lakefront and near-lake living with a strong seasonal community culture. The town has a mix of year-round residents and summer camp owners.

Weather & Seasons

summer

Warm, 70-85°F

winter

Cold and snowy, 15-30°F

spring

Cool, 45-60°F

fall

Beautiful, 50-65°F

Local Wildlife & Nature

Loons Eagles Deer Waterfowl

How to Get There

Winthrop is located on Route 202, about 15 minutes south of Augusta and 20 minutes west of Lewiston.

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

Satellite preview

Winthrop outline

Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-residents access the lakes?

Yes, Norcross Point offers public beach access, and there are public boat launches on several of the lakes.

Why does the population double in summer?

Winthrop has hundreds of seasonal camps on its lakes, and families return each summer, dramatically increasing the population.