Tripp Pond is a 768-acre lake located in Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine. The lake is approximately 3 miles long and nearly a mile wide, with 8 miles of heavily wooded shoreline.

Access: A town-owned boat launch for small trailered boats is located at the southern end of the pond, though parking is limited to the road shoulder. Additionally, a town-owned picnic area off Route 11 offers car-top or canoe access. The Poland Town Beach at the southern end of the pond provides another put-in option.

Paddling experience: Tripp Pond offers a peaceful paddling experience, with jet skis prohibited to maintain tranquility. Kayaking, canoeing, and pontoon boating are popular activities. The western shoreline and northern end feature long stretches of unbroken forest and hidden marshes, providing a more secluded experience.

Notable sights: Paddlers can explore two marsh areas - one accessed via Meadow Brook on the western shore, and a larger marsh near the northern end that serves as the pond's outlet. Large glacial erratic boulders can be seen along the shoreline. The eastern side is more developed with a line of cottages. Tripp Lake Camp, a girls' summer camp operating since 1911, is visible from the water.

Wildlife: The lake is home to various wildlife, including loons, bald eagles, great blue herons, Canada geese, egrets, and ducks. Fish species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, white perch, yellow perch, chain pickerel, and sunfish.

Water quality and temperature: The pond thermally stratifies in summer, with surface temperatures reaching 82°F. At 35 feet deep, temperatures drop to 57°F. Water quality is clean and clear, though historically it has been limited for salmonid management.

Fishing: Tripp Pond is managed as a warm-water fishery, with excellent largemouth bass fishing. It's popular for both summer and winter fishing.

Seasonal considerations: Fall foliage provides scenic paddling opportunities, with some trees beginning to show autumn colors in September. Winter activities include ice fishing and skating.

Regulations: Personal watercraft like jet skis are banned on the lake.

Historical note: The area around the northern end of the pond was referred to as the "Promised Land" by early settlers due to its fertile farmland.