Branch Lake - Lake in Ellsworth - , USA

Had a great time at branch lake today. Small, sandy beach. Water is clear all the way to the bottom. Lots of kids jumping off large rocks. Had no trouble finding parking in the lot although many parked alongside the road to the path to the beach. The path has lots of roots but as long as you are mindful of that it is a short walk to the beach. Very busy there today but not surprising given hot hot it is out today.

As you drive down to Branch Lake either for camping, swimming, and/or fishing, you can enjoy the landscape all around going through the blueberry fields and the apple orchards, as well as in the fall with the leaves changing colors, plus much more, especially if you enjoy the foggy days as well.

Clean and clear water. It was quiet when we were here in September, not much activity. We had a nice and easy canoe ride around the lake from end to end.

Easy, level, wooded trail to the rocky lake shoreline. A loop back takes you out along boardwalks above what is in September a dry marsh. Takes a couple hours at an easy pace.

Super friendly owners. Best lake we've been to for swimming, and kayaking in the bay. Huge lake if you have a boat. Absolutely beautiful. 45 to Bar Harbor. 30 to Bangor. Get groceries before you get there. Closest store is Ellsworth, 20+ in traffic.

This is a new State Park. Clean bathroom, nice walk thru the woods on several paths. Small neach amd picnic tables. Unfortunately this party boat came into the swimming area with several small children were swimming. They allow dogs on a leash. It is carry in and carry out. I will definately go back.

One of the top 3 Lakes in the Greater Bangor area. Water is crisp and CLEAR everyone picks up after themselves. You can't smoke directly on the "beach" but as a smoker myself I love it (kids don't need our sh*t in their face) and there is an area to smoke...

Nice beach with clear water, great place for a family beach day. Walking trails are accessible from both the public beach area, as well as the boat landing access side.