Sebago in Cumberland County, Maine — The American Northeast (New England)
Welcome To Douglas Mountain
Elev. 1382ft
Photographed by Conrad Ward, December 24, 2024
1. Douglass Mountain Marker
As the highest point of land for several hundred square miles, Douglas Mountain provides a beautiful view of the surrounding region. Mount Washington and the White Mountains are close on the western horizon. On some days, it is possible to see as far as the Atlantic to the east. For generations, visitors have enjoyed the beauty and solitude of Douglas Mountain.
In 1925, Dr. William Blackman contributed the land and funding, and several local residents were instrumental in having the tower built. This tower enables visitors to enjoy the panoramic scene. An inscription on a large boulder at the summit bears the words non sibi, sed omnibus "not for one, but for all," a philosophy that holds true today.
The 169 acres Douglas Mountain preserve is managed and owned by the Town of Sebago. Local stewards and community volunteers help maintain the preserve and its trails. The children of Sebago Elementary School have helped to raise funds to provide this granite vista. The citizens of Sebago wish for people to continue to enjoy the hill and its spectacular display.
Erected by Town of Sebago, Maine.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work
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Location. 43° 52.286′ N, 70° 41.77′ W. Marker is in Sebago, Maine, in Cumberland County. It can be reached from Douglas Mountain Road south of Douglas Hill Road when traveling south. Located in the Stone Tower on the summit of Douglas Mountain. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sebago ME 04029, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Western Maine Lakes and Mountains Region. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Site of Potter Academy (approx. 1.3 miles away); Sebago Veterans Memorial (approx. 3.1 miles away); Sebago Veterans Stones (approx. 3.1 miles away); Steep Falls World War II Veterans Memorial (approx. 5.8 miles away); Founder of Steep Falls (approx. 5.8 miles away); Steep Falls Park (approx. 5.8 miles away); Songo Lock (approx. 7.3 miles away); In Appreciation of The Men of Naples (approx. 8.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sebago.
Also see . . . Douglas Mountain (Wikipedia). (Submitted on January 1, 2025.)
Photographed by Conrad Ward, December 24, 2024
2. Douglas Mountain Marker
Photographed by Conrad Ward, December 24, 2024
3. Douglas Mountain Tower
Photographed by Conrad Ward, December 24, 2024
4. The boulder
Credits. This page was last revised on January 11, 2025. It was originally submitted on January 1, 2025, by Conrad Ward of Guilford, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 391 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 1, 2025, by Conrad Ward of Guilford, Connecticut. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
