Franklin County Map, Maine
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Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County is in western Maine, straddling the rugged Appalachian Mountains. The county seat is Farmington. It buzzes with small-town charm and quite the arts scene.
You’ll find some of the state’s best skiing at Sugarloaf Mountain. Summers here are a dream, with pristine lakes and winding rivers perfect for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. The fall foliage? Breathtaking.
It’s not all about the outdoors, though. The region has a rich history, from early Native American settlements to the birth of Chester Greenwood, inventor of earmuffs. Yep, earmuffs.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Franklin County |
| County Seat | Farmington |
| Population | Approximately 30,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Farmington, Wilton, Jay, Rangeley, Phillips, Carrabassett Valley, Strong, Kingfield, New Sharon, Weld, Chesterville, Industry |
| Interstates and Highways | US-2, ME-4, ME-17, ME-27, ME-142 |
| FIPS Code | 23-007 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,744 square miles (1,697 sq mi land, 47 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Somerset County (Northeast), Kennebec County (Southeast), Androscoggin County (South), Oxford County (Southwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Maine |
| Coordinates | 44.9264° N, 70.2015° W |
| Etymology | Named after Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Sugarloaf Mountain, Saddleback Mountain, Wilson Lake, Mount Blue State Park, University of Maine at Farmington, Rangeley Lakes Region |
| Website | Franklin County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Franklin County Topographic Map
Franklin County is rugged, with mountains especially in the west. Even in lower areas, the ground is rarely perfectly flat. Rocks and ridges push up unexpectedly between stretches of forest. See the dramatic changes in terrain using our zoom feature.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Franklin County Satellite Map
From above, you can see everything from mountains to its lakes and ponds. Thin roads follow rivers, along the edges of steep slopes. Farmland is scarce, but small clearings appear near towns.
OUTLINE MAP
Franklin County Blank Map
The county is roughly rectangular but pinches inward near the north. Franklin County borders Canada to the northwest. Oxford, Kennebec, and Somerset Counties also surround it.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 4 neighboring counties of Franklin County:
Maine County Map
Life moves at the pace of the tides here. One day is spent hiking forest trails, the next watching fog roll over quiet harbors. See what makes each county special with our Maine county maps.