Turner, Maine, is a small town in Androscoggin County known for its apple orchards, rivers, spacious farmland, dense forests, and classic New England homes. The town offers outdoor recreational activities such as hunting, fishing, boating, mountain biking, and snowmobiling. Androscoggin Riverlands State Park is a local hub for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring trails for hiking, ATV riding, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Turner has a lower crime risk compared to the national average. The town has seen new developments over the past two decades, providing residents with local amenities such as grocery stores and schools. Turner is 12 miles north of Lewiston, where residents can shop, attend hockey games, or visit microbreweries. Housing options include historic farmhouses, Colonial Revivals, ranch-style homes, and newer developments, often situated on large parcels of land. Local dining options feature farm-to-table restaurants like Nezinscot Farm, Aroma Joe’s coffee shack, and Terry and Maxine’s diner. Seasonal festivities at local orchards, such as apple picking and maple sugaring, draw visitors from out of town. Turner also has community events at local churches and the Turner Public Library. Tripp Middle School is highly rated, and Leavitt Area High School offers career guidance through partnerships with Jobs for Maine Graduates. Residents commute via state routes to nearby cities like Auburn and Lewiston, with Portland located about 50 miles away.
