We wait many months for our beloved Maine summer. Then, once it is here, we often find ourselves leaving town on the weekends, going out of state to meet family or friends. This summer, we made a concerted effort to explore more of Maine on day trips…
If you’re ready for some zen and chill time, the MidCoast is a special part of Maine to completely unwind. With so many quiet ponds, hidden trails, sleepy harbors, and lovely towns to choose from, how do you pick the perfect spot to sit back and become an expert in doing nothing? You could start with this list of a few places that promise truly calm and peaceful escapes.
So many lighthouses, so little time. With 65 lighthouses up and down its 3,400-mile coast, Maine has the most oceanfront lighthouses in America. It would take many weeks to see them all, but you could explore over 24 of them in Maine’s MidCoast alone. Maine’s MidCoast lighthouses are fascinating places to explore…
Past the Interstate and Route 1, Maine’s peninsula’s have a lot to offer. A number of visitors to Maine stop in Portland and Acadia National Park without spending any more time in between the two than a gas station stop requires. But look past the interstate and not far off 295 or Highway 1, you’ll find…
From lobster to pizza, from beer to wine, Midcoast Maine has something to delight the tastebuds. Nestled within the southern coastline and surrounded by rugged nature, Maine’s MidCoast region certainly has a lot to offer for the outdoor enthusiast. But, that’s not all it has…
Exploring Muscongus Bay by sea kayak (and canoe). It was Friday afternoon. We were texting friends to solidify plans for our day paddle on Saturday. “Should we make it an overnight trip?” I pressed send before even thinking through the realities of making that possible. There are a lot…
On an island, in the trees, this is the place to be. As things started to open for Mainers to move around the state, we jumped at the opportunity to leave our Portland apartment for a few nights at the Seguin Tree Dwellings. We were the first visitors of the year, but…
The What and Where of Winter Fatbiking in Maine. “What’s that?!” I shout to Christine, just five feet in front of me but inaudible over the whirring of giant rubber tires on crunchy snow. She slows to a stop, and my disc brakes squeal slightly before silencing as I come to a…
Looking to beat the winter blues? Instead of heading south for warmer weather, why not get outside and embrace the cold? With its frozen rivers, snow covered evergreens, and evenings by the woodstove, winter is when Maine really shines. The MidCoast offers endless opportunities to explore. And…
Planning a trip to Maine? Here are 13 coastal Maine towns you must visit. While Acadia National Park, Portland and Bar Harbor, Maine garner most of the attention, there are plenty of hidden gems along the coastline waiting to be explored. Untouched dramatic scenery, amazingly fresh seafood, and unbelievably friendly people…
