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- Northeast Piscataquis County, ME
The closest city to Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes is Millinocket, ME.
It is the fifth-largest lake system in Maine. The usual ice-out date for the Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes is April 28. The word "Pemadumcook" is of Algonquin origin and means "place of extended sandbar" and, given the sandy bottom nature of the area, is very appropriate. The water quality is good, and the area is largely wilderness. Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes is known for its pristine wilderness setting and opportunities for boating, paddling around the numerous islands, and fishing.
History: The Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes was part of the log-driving era of the North Woods. The Ambajejus Boom House was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973 and is worth a visit if you have an interest in the logging history of the area. It should be accessed by boat.
Geographic Features/Highlights: For those who climb Mount Katahdin and look south, what they see is the Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes in all their glory. The sandy lake bottoms are also an interesting geographic feature.
Tourism: 5 Lakes Lodge is located on South Twin Lake. It is a bed and breakfast that offers six suites as well as a two-bedroom rental property. This is upscale accommodation that combines natural beauty and comfort. Guests here can enjoy:
- Moose tours
- Scenic boat rides
- Snowmobile trips
- Guided hikes
- Seaplane rides
- Whitewater rafting
- Ice fishing
Access is available via a state boat launch at Partridge Cove off Route 11. Fishermen appreciate the pristine beauty of the lakes and the abundant fishing options, including salmon and lake trout.
The fact that all five lakes are connected makes the Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes a popular place for paddlers to enjoy their time in the water.
Real Estate: Since this is not just one lake but a chain of lakes, there is quite a variation in the price range. The average price is around $500,000 for an average-sized home. Small cabins and cottages will be more affordable.
Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes Geographic Overview:
Includes Ambajejus, Pemadumcook, North and South Twin, and Elbow Lake
- Surface Area: 18,652 acres
- Perimeter: 122.7 miles
- Mean Depth: 27 feet
- Maximum Depth (Recorded): 101 feet
- Delorme Atlas: Map 42 (Section A-4 & 5), Map 43 (sections A-1, B-1 & 2)
- Towns: T3 Indian Purchase Twp, T4 Indian Purchase Twp, T4
- Counties: Penobscot
Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes Fishing Information:
- Fishery Type: Coldwater & Warmwater
- Principal Fishery (2024): Brook Trout, Chain Pickerel, Lake Trout, Lake Whitefish, Landlocked Salmon, Rainbow Smelt, Smallmouth Bass, White Perch
- Other Fish Species (2024): American Eel, Blacknose Dace, Brown Bullhead, Creek Chub, Cusk, Fallfish, Golden Shiner, Lake Chub, Longnose Sucker, Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Redbreast Sunfish, Sculpin, White Sucker, Yellow Perch
Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes Boat Ramps/Launches: Trailered boat access on Baxter State Park Road or Route 11. See boat launch locations on the Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes map.
Click here for a Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes Survey Map (PDF)
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