Overview
Mexico is a town in Oxford County, part in the Lakes and Mountains region of Maine.
2 things to do · 1 places to eat
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Best things about Mexico
Mexico Recreation Park
Large ledges and a rock beach abut the Swift River providing a water playground for all. There is a small logoon type area created by the force of the spring run off that is great for smaller children and supervised non-…
Black Bridge Swimming Hole
This swimming hole has been in use since for as long as locals can remember. The deep pool is a perfect respite from the summer heat. On occasion locals will bring along a bar of soap to wash up, but skinnydipping is usu…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jul–Aug. Summer highs reach about 55°F; winter lows dip to about -3°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Jul. (climate data from nearby Mount Washington State Park)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- AUG Augusta State Airport, Augusta — 40 mi away. Directions
- PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 64 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Mexico Recreation Park
- Lunch Dick's Restaurant
- Afternoon Black Bridge Swimming Hole
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
Do
Do Mexico Recreation Park
Large ledges and a rock beach abut the Swift River providing a water playground for all. There is a small logoon type area created by the force of the spring run off that is great for smaller children and supervised non-swimmers. For swimmers there is a deep pool, usually safe for diving, and small waterfalls which are a favorite to sit under on a hot day. The park also provides a children's playground, basketball and tennis courts and a snack bar with facilities. Just adjacent to the large open field are two ball fields that are heavily used by local youth and adult sports clubs.
Do Black Bridge Swimming Hole
This swimming hole has been in use since for as long as locals can remember. The deep pool is a perfect respite from the summer heat. On occasion locals will bring along a bar of soap to wash up, but skinnydipping is usually limited to late night hours when it is dark. Locals maintain a rope swing tied to the underside of the bridge, and the more daring jump off the bridge when the water is high enough. However, there are no lifeguards and it is important to know just where to jump to avoid injury. Only people with good swimming skills should consider this location due to the depth of the water.
Eat
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