With an abundance of forests and seemingly endless coastline, Maine’s scenic beauty makes it a natural choice for a summer vacation. Once you're there, you'll have numerous options on land and sea. Go whale watching, explore a state park, shop for Maine-made artisan goods, sip a locally made craft beer or stuff yourself with seafood.
Some of Maine’s best beaches are found between the state's southern border to Portland, where you’ll find stretches of sand and on-water activities like deep sea fishing and lobstering excursions. Enjoy amusement parks like Funtown Splashtown USA or Palace Playland. Head to the Seashore Trolley Museum and see its antique streetcars.
You could eat only lobster in Maine (no judgment here), but there is more to the culinary scene than the iconic crustacean. Take a Maine Foodie Tour and sample dishes in several local communities. Go for a traditional clambake on remote Cabbage Island. Follow the Maine Beer Trail to get a taste of the 100+ craft breweries.
For over 200 years, Maine’s lighthouses have been beacons on the state’s 3,478 miles of coastline. There are currently 65 of them, many available for tours and with adjacent museums. Each September, the state offers Maine Open Lighthouse Day, a chance for people to explore more than 20 historic lighthouses that are normally closed.
Maine’s mountains, coasts and trails provide the perfect playground for any outdoor enthusiast, and its 32 state parks cover half a million acres. Explore 92 miles of lakes and rivers in the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. Take in the stunning views from Acadia National Park. Hike the 45,000 acres of White Mountains National Forest.
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