This 10+ acre property features an actively permitted gravel pit with high-quality septic sand and gravel deposits. The site offers versatile potential for continued extraction operations or conversion into residential lots through reclamation. The sale includes a 938G Caterpillar loader and a grizzly screen.
For those ready to leave the noise of everyday life behind, it's hard to imagine a better place to wander, explore, and lose track of time. An old logging trail winds through nearly one hundred acres of woods, following the land beneath mature hardwoods as it climbs toward granite ledges and the high ground beyond, where long sunset views filter through the trees. Whether you're following the trail, climbing the ridge, or simply sitting beneath the trees, it's easy to settle into the rhythm of the woods. Nearby, the Eastern River quietly invites exploration. Launch your canoe or kayak from the local boat launch and follow the gentle tidal waters through broad wild rice marshes to the Kennebec and the expansive waters of Merrymeeting Bay. For centuries, these waters have drawn people to the heart of Midcoast Maine. Located in the historic town of Dresden, founded in 1794, this property reflects the enduring character of Midcoast Maine, where forests, rivers, farms, and small villages continue to shape the landscape. Whether your vision is a private retreat, a family legacy property, a carefully managed woodlot, or simply a place to reconnect with nature, opportunities to own nearly one hundred contiguous acres in Midcoast Maine are few and far between. Some properties are measured in acres. This land is measured in possibilities.
Looking for a Homestead, Development Opportunity or both. This 248± acres on the west side of Gardiner Pond offers elevated land overlooking the pond along with approximately 3,000 feet of private frontage on the pond. The property is accessed via a Rangeway. Room to roam and --just 15 minutes to downtown Wiscasset, 21 minutes to Bath, 33 minutes to Boothbay Harbor, 30 minutes to Augusta, and 50 minutes to Portland. See MLS listings 1655165 and 1655167 for additional purchase options.
Private 10± acre parcel located at the very end of Dodge Road in Dresden. This wooded lot offers a quiet setting with a mix of young growth and some mature timber, making it a great fit for a home, camp, or a simple recreational getaway. With no HOA or restrictive covenants, you can build what you want, use it seasonally, or hold it long-term as a land investment. The property sits beyond the last homes on the road, giving it a tucked-away feel while still being close to town conveniences. Power is nearby, and there's plenty of space to carve in a driveway and choose a private build site. Hunting, exploring, and outdoor recreation are all right out the door. Dresden is centrally located in Midcoast Maine — close to the Kennebec River, boat launches, and fantastic fishing. Popham Beach, Reid State Park, and the open ocean are reachable in under an hour. Popular freshwater options like Pleasant Pond, Tacoma Lakes, and Lake St. George are also within a short drive. Augusta, Bath, and Brunswick offer restaurants, breweries, shopping, hospitals, and year-round services just 20-35 minutes away. If you're looking for simple, drive-to acreage on a dead-end road with privacy and outdoor opportunity, this is a strong piece of land in a great location. Call with questions or to walk the property.


Dresden is located in Maine. Dresden, Maine has a population of 1,883. Dresden is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 17.72% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 23.29%.
The median household income in Dresden, Maine is $69,375. The median household income for the surrounding county is $62,121 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Dresden is 46.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 46.9 inches per year, with 68 inches of snow per year.