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CARIBOU POND
Caribou Pond is one of a chain of three ponds connected by waterways . . . Caribou, Egg and Long Ponds. Together they cover 825 acres with a maximun depth of 46 feet. Smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, white perch and pickerel are abundant. Bass in excess of three pounds are not uncommon. You can swim, kayak, canoe, fish and get awesome photos of loons and other wildlife. There are many areas close by to hike, sightsee or to fish for other species, such as trout and salmon. Ice fishing is also available in the winter months.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Whether you enjoy catching with hook 'n line, or catching on film, you'll find no better place for it than Caribou Pond. The pond has numerous "floating islands" underwhich fish hide, and on which birds make nests and flowers bloom. bring your camera with zoom lens and get close-up photos of wildlife, leisure life in camp, or that beautiful surise and sunset you are sure to see. Come . . . enjoy what Nesting Loon has to offer to you and your family.
HUNTING
It is a well-known fact that large whitetail deer and black bear are plentiful in this region of the state of Maine. There are many logging roads in the area you can walk on in anticipation of seeing that trophy size animal. For bird hunters, the partridge abound in the woods and old apple orchards of the area. The Penobscot River is busy with ducks of all types. Bear hunting season overlaps the fishing season, so come . . . hunt in the morning and afternoon, while you fish the rest of the day. There are Registered Maine Guides in the area, and float planes can land on Caribou Pond.
IN LINCOLN YOU WILL FIND
Restaurants, grocery stores, agency liquor stores, pharmacies, hospital with a fully-staffed emergency room, Capello Day Spa, Subway, McDonald's, House of Pizza, Pat's Pizza, Gillmor's Restaurant, Shooters Billiards, a 24-hour convenience store, gasoline stations, Wal-Mart, and Ford, Chevy-GMC and Dodge dealerships.

Photo courtesy of Lee Rand @ www.leezphotos.com
PLACES NEARBY / THINGS TO DO
Lee Academy and the Lee Historical Society Museum - 15-minute drive; Baxter State Park - 35-minute drive; Acadia National Park - 1 1/2-hour drive; Bangor's shopping - 45-minute drive; University of Maine campus - 30-minute drive; New Brunswick, Canada - 1 1/2-hour drive.

Snowmobile rentals, horseback riding stables, bowling and theaters are nearby also. Jato Highlands Golf Course (pictured at right) is close by. Photo courtesy of Jato Highlands.
ATV & SNOWMOBILE RIDES
The Lincoln Snowhounds Club maintains miles of trails within the Lincoln region for riders to enjoy. The Dwinal Pond 4-Seasons Club maintains approximately 200 miles of approved ATV trails. These trails provide a wide range of riding enjoyment for the novice as well as the expert rider. One can enjoy a variety of scenic rides from rivers to mountains within range of restaurants. For winter enjoyment, the club maintains approximately 50 miles of local trails that interconnect to adjoining club trails and the state ITS system for hundreds of miles of riding pleasure. Bring your machines and enjoy what this region has to offer you and your family. You can trailer your ATV or snowmobile to the local clubhouse, or your trail ride can begin at the door of your cabin.
PENOBSCOT RIVER
The world famous Penobscot River is only minutes away and offers fishermen many opportunities of catching world record size and numbers of smallmouth bass. Travel only 35 minutes to the renowned West Branch of the Penobscot for salmon and trout fishing at its best.
WHITEWATER RAFTING
New England Outdoor Center is Maine's premier whitewater rafting center. It is located only 30 minutes from Lincoln, in Millinocket. The first two miles of the Penobscot River trip descend Class V rapids through breathtaking Ripogenus Gorge, ending with a run through the Cribworks. There is little time to practice the moves your guide will instruct you in before hitting Exterminator and the Staircase. The remaining 12 miles of Class III and IV rapids stretches from Big Eddy to Pocwockamus Falls. This is an action-packed trip from start to finish. Everything you need is provided by the outfitter. Moose and bald eagles are commonly seen feeding on the river with an occasional black bear making an appearance.
MT. KATAHDIN

Within 35 minutes drive of the cabins is the famous Mt. Katahdin and Baxter State Park. Drives or hikes through the park will allow you to view the wildlife as well as the awesome beauty that abounds. You may see moose feeding in the ponds or streams. Climb the mountain for the thrill of a lifetime. Be sure to bring your camera.
WINTER SPORTS
Skiing - for those who like to ski, Mt. Jefferson Ski Lodge is only a few miles to the east in Lee, on Route 6. They offer every type of hill from beginners to more advanced skiers. You can sit inside the lodge and enjoy food from the snack bar while you watch others ski. Equipment rental and lessons are offered at Mt. Jefferson. CLICK HERE to visit their web site.
Come . . . listen to the loons.