Welcome to Wilton, Maine

Our community of 3,835 residents welcomes you to the Town of Wilton, Maine. Ideally located in the western lakes and mountains region of Maine, Wilton is well-known as a great place to live, work, and play.

Residents and guests alike enjoy the extensive recreational opportunities including the picturesque 563 acre Wilson Lake adjacent to our historic downtown district. The spring-fed lake can be enjoyed from several access points including Kineowatha Park; a 62 acre public park with a public beach, volley ball courts, skateboard park, tennis courts, basketball courts, recreation hall, and outdoor ice skating rink in winter.

The Town of Wilton is a friendly place to establish a business and offers hundreds of jobs through several major corporations and numerous smaller businesses. With many historical buildings, quaint shops, restaurants and other businesses the residents of our town welcome you to rest, relax, and enjoy our outstanding quality of life.

Franklin County Emergency Management Agency Information

We know that individuals are eager to submit their damages for potential funding however, we have no additional information to provide at this time. Document, photograph and keep track of these details and as we move forward if there is a Disaster Declaration more information will be available. To submit your damages please use the tools listed below:

• Individuals & Households Initial Damage Assessment Survey (online)
• Individuals & Households Initial Damage Assessment Form 9-14-23 (pdf)
• Business and Agriculture Initial Damage Assessment Survey (online)

Boil Orders

2/4/2025: After receiving notification from the Maine Health and Environmental Testing Labs, the Town of Wilton Water Dept. is pleased to announce we are, at this time, lifting the boil water order effective immediately for the towns of Wilton and North Jay. Users on the system may resume normal water use for consumption or otherwise. The Wilton Water Dept. is not actively encouraging users to conduct system flushes on their home plumbing unless the home or business has sat stagnant for the whole duration of the order. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Notice

Wilton Public Works will be posting roads with orange heavy load limited signs the week of March 3, 2025 – March 7, 2025. These limits will take effect starting on March 7, 2025. Please remember that these postings are temporary, and are designed to help protect our roads while they are vulnerable due to springtime thaw. Thank you for respecting these signs.