Piper Pond

Piper Pond in Maine. Piper Pond is a picturesque body of water located in Somerset County, Maine, United States. The pond is situated in the unincorporated community of Abbot, which lies about 10 miles north of the town of Dexter. The pond has a surface area of about 416 acres and a maximum depth of 57 feet. Piper Pond is a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, swimming, and camping. The pond is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, trout, and pickerel, making it a great spot for anglers. There are also several campsites and cabins available for rent near the shore of the pond. Aside from its natural charm, Piper Pond is also steeped in history. It was once a popular destination for loggers in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The logs would be floated down the nearby Sebec River to mills in the area. Today, visitors can still see remnants of the logging industry in the form of old logging camps and structures that have been preserved as historical sites