Fall is the best time for hiking in Maine. The cool weather is brisk and refreshing and the fall foliage is unparalleled. This popular lake is the perfect spot to spend an autumn afternoon. Check it out!

Sebago Lake is certainly impressive. The second-largest lake in Maine covers 45 square miles and is also the deepest in all of New England, holding a trillion gallons of water. This time of year, it’s lined with the rich yellow, orange, and red colors of falls.

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You’ll find 4.5 miles of trails here. Enjoy the forested trails next to the lake or along the Songo River.

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You’ll definitely want to bring your camera along to capture the gorgeous colors of the fall foliage around the lake.

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For some quiet solitude, take the three-mile long Woodlands Trail, which takes you through the hardwood forest and away from the more crowded beach areas.

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Spend some time this season at Sebago Lake for the perfect fall afternoon.

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Have you visited Sebago Lake in the fall?

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If you’re looking for more pretty lakes in Maine, check out these 10 amazing lakes.

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