MidCoast Maine General Store Route

Hello! We’re Meredith & Michael, two southern transplants that have been living in Portland for the past decade with our black lab, Orvis, and writing about our travels on Map & Menu. Recently we had the opportunity to road trip through MidCoast Maine, hopping from one general store to the next while stopping off for a few adventures here and there along the way.

Stunning Off-The-Beaten Path Maine Hikes You’ve Never Hit

A long weekend adventure with a starting point in Portland, Maine has a lot of options, but for Memorial Day weekend, my partner, Jack and I decided to plot our way up through Maine’s MidCoast & Islands. Driving no more than an hour at a time, our trip felt effortless, letting us focus on the adventures ahead rather than the getting there. Friday morning we grabbed our coffees and hit the road.

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10 Reasons Maine’s MidCoast and Islands Should Be at the Top of Your Travel Bucket List This Year

With a maritime history dating back hundreds of years, postcard-ready villages tucked away along the coastline, and endless back roads to get off the beaten path, MidCoast Maine is a haven for independent explorers. From Brunswick in the south to Searsport in the north, this region of the Pine Tree State is worth a stop on your next weekend adventure.

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8 Amazing Places to See Between Portland and Acadia National Park

They say the quickest route between two points is a straight line, but everyone knows that’s not always the best way to reach your destination. The drive from Portland, Maine to Acadia National Park is a little over three hours if you drive straight through on the highway—but you’ll cruise right past some of Maine’s best art, culture, and awe-inspiring natural beauty.