Explore North Windham, Maine, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | North Windham |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| County | Cumberland County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 43.826344 |
| Longitude | -70.431252 |
| Population | 5,274 |
| Density | 302.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 04062 |
| Area Code | 207 |
| County Seat | Portland |
| School District | Regional School Unit 14 |
North Windham possesses a landscape defined by the patient convergence of inland waters and the distant, cooling influence of the Atlantic. It lies 11.4 miles north-northwest of Westbrook, ME (from Westbrook, ME: bearing 343°T), and is situated 9.3 miles west-northwest of Cumberland Center. The terrain slopes gently toward the Presumpscot River, which meanders through the woods like a silver thread pulled taut against the dark loam. Nearby, the stillness of Tarkill Pond mirrors the shifting gray sky, while the shoreline of Shelldrake Cove offers a quiet proximity to the salt-tinged air of the coast. To the west, the silhouette of Pleasant Ridge rises against the horizon, anchoring the visual field in a steadfast, quiet permanence. One might observe how the light at dusk catches the surface of these waters, turning the landscape into a study of shadow and depth.
North Windham emerged from the industrious spirit of early settlers who recognized the potential in the timber and the fertile soil surrounding the Presumpscot River. The local economy has long balanced the practical demands of trade with the seasonal rhythms of the forest, drawing strength from the natural resources that define the region. While the early mills have faded into memory, the spirit of craftsmanship remains, manifesting in smaller, specialized industries that favor quality over scale. Visitors and residents alike find themselves drawn to the Pringle Wildlife Preserve, a sanctuary that protects the integrity of the local ecosystem from the encroachment of modern development. This balance between utility and preservation sustains North Windham, ensuring that the legacy of those who first cleared these woods continues to shape the current commercial landscape.
Cultural life in North Windham is punctuated by the shared appreciation for the changing seasons and the quiet beauty of landmarks like the cascading Dundee Falls. Residents often gather near the banks of the Presumpscot River or spend afternoons exploring the quiet trails that lead toward the rugged contours of Pleasant Ridge. The character of the people is forged in this environment, reflecting a stoic patience that mirrors the slow, deliberate growth of the surrounding trees. While the area remains removed from the clamor of larger metropolitan centers, it retains a distinct identity rooted in its proximity to Lindsay Island and the surrounding waterways. North Windham serves as a reminder that a place is defined not by its fame, but by the specific, resonant quality of the light falling upon its quiet, enduring paths.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of North Windham, Maine. Coordinates: 43.826344, -70.431252. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for North Windham includes the ZIP code (04062), telephone area code (207), county seat of Cumberland County (Portland), and school district assignment (Regional School Unit 14).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |