Penobscot County Map, Maine
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Penobscot County, Maine
Penobscot County is located roughly in the middle of Maine. It’s big. Really big. In fact, it’s the fourth-largest county in the state.
Bangor is the county seat. People call it the “Queen City” because it serves as a hub for the region. You’ll find a mix of city life and wilderness here. The Penobscot River runs through it with great spots for fishing and kayaking.
Visitors like to go to Baxter State Park. It’s home to Mount Katahdin, the highest peak in Maine. Looking for a good education? The University of Maine’s main campus is in Orono.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Penobscot County |
| County Seat | Bangor |
| Population | Approximately 150,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Orono, Hampden, Millinocket, Lincoln, Hermon, Newport, Dexter, East Millinocket, Glenburn, Howland |
| Interstates and Highways | I-95, US-1, US-2, ME-15, ME-9, ME-11, ME-155 |
| FIPS Code | 23-019 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,557 square miles (3,397 sq mi land, 160 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Aroostook County (North), Washington County (Southeast), Hancock County (South), Waldo County (Southwest), Somerset County (West), Piscataquis County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Maine |
| Coordinates | 45.0727° N, 68.6938° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Penobscot Native American tribe, which has inhabited the area for thousands of years |
| Major Landmarks | University of Maine, Bangor Waterfront, Penobscot River, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Baxter State Park, Cole Land Transportation Museum, Stephen King’s House |
| Website | Penobscot County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Penobscot County Topographic Map
Penobscot County’s terrain shifts from the flat, farm-rich Penobscot River Valley to the forested highlands in the north. While the central area is gently rolling, the land becomes more rugged near Baxter State Park. Explore all the physical details with our zoom feature.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Penobscot County Satellite Map
The Penobscot River is a wide waterway, that basically splits the county in two. Endless forests stretch northward, and Bangor stands out in grey.
OUTLINE MAP
Penobscot County Blank Map
Penobscot County is massive and irregularly shaped, bulging outward with separate rectangles. It touches Aroostook, Piscataquis, Somerset, and Waldo Counties, plus a small piece of Hancock County.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Penobscot 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.