Maine

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The state of Maine is located in a region known as New England in the northeastern United States. Maine's climate offers warm, humid summers, and cold, snowy winters. Around 1,338,404 people reside in Maine. There is plenty to do in Maine, especially outside. Maine welcomes more than 30 million tourists each year.

Maine is a special state and the gem of the New England region. The state nickname is "The Pine Tree State" because over 80% of the state is covered with pine trees. These pine trees give us the official state flower, the white pine cone. Another popular nickname for the state is "Vacationland" because Maine is incredibly popular with vacationers from the United States and Canada. Maine's motto is Dirigo or Latin for "I lead." The phrase appears along with an image of the North Star on its official state seal. A black-capped chickadee is Maine's official state bird and doesn't migrate, which means you may spot the cheerful bird all year. The bird features a black-capped head and can be spotted in the forests, plus throughout suburban areas. It's even depicted on the state's official license plate.

Maine is filled with attractions for families and offers something for everyone. No matter the season, you'll have fun and entertainment in Maine. One of the best things Maine has to offer is the beaches. The Beaches Region features several white-sand beaches perfect for sunbathing, wading, building sandcastles and other beach activities. Old Orchard Beach, Maine is one of the most popular beach spots. It features a real boardwalk to stroll and 7 miles of sandy beach. Local attractions nearby include Pirate's Cove Adventure Mini-golf and Palace Playground, the only beachfront amusement park in New England. The gentle waves and dunes of Crescent Beach State Park in Cape Elizabeth, Maine makes it good for families, as does Higgins Beach in Scarborough, which has an embedded shipwreck that children can explore. Reid State Park in Georgetown, Maine offers tidal pools and sandy beaches.

A large nature preserve in Gray, Maine, Maine Wildlife Park is an excellent place to learn about animals and conservation. You can see moose, eagles, foxes, deer, and more than 20 other species of wildlife who call the park home. There are trails to take, a visitor center, a fish hatchery, and several gardens.

Also in Portland, Maine is The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine. The museum emphasizes both STEM subjects and the arts, giving children an exciting place they can have hands-on experiences and demonstrations. Fun exhibits like a play diner, firetruck, dress-up center, and touch tank encourage exploration and imagination. The center also features a theatre with quality live productions of shows for families.

Found on the shores of West Boothbay Harbor, Maine, The Maine State Aquarium features a diverse collection of sea life including colorful lobsters, sea anemones, and plenty of fish. A 20-foot long touch tank lets you get up close and personal with sharks, sea urchins, and sea stars. The aquarium offers presentations and activities throughout the season.

The arts are an integral part of Maine's history, and you can see the artists who lived and worked in the state by traveling the Maine Art Museum Trail, 8 museums that together have more than 70,000 pieces. Stop by the Portland Museum of Art in Portland, Maine to see Andy Warhol, Winslow Homer, and other amazing creators. The Abbe Museum in Bar Harbor, Maine is the home of indigenous Wabanaki art, and Rockland, Maine is the home of the Farnsworth Museum of Art, which specializes in American art. The Art Museum Trail also includes the Bowdoin College Museum of Art in Brunswick, Maine and the Bates College of Museum of Art in Lewiston, Maine.

Wolfe's Neck Center in Freeport, Maine is an oceanfront campground and demonstration farm where you can learn all about the importance of farming. The farm features activities to help you connect with nature. Participate in a visitor program like feeding the animals, helping with farm chores, tending the garden, hayrides, goat hikes, and barnyard tours. If you want to get some recreation, the farm features bike and canoe rentals for even more fun.

Maine is gorgeous all year but in the winter and summer is when Sugarloaf Mountain in Carrabassett Valley, Maine shines. Towering at 4,237 feet tall, Sugarloaf is an amazing playground for all who visit. The mountain resort offers plenty for those who ski and don't ski alike. Activities for families include ice skating, guided tours, dog sledding, adventure camps, mountain biking, ziplines, and disc golf.

If you want to enjoy a concert or live show, head to Darling's Waterfront Pavilion in Bangor, Maine. This beloved open-air waterfront venue is open summer to fall and presents a great selection of concerts from rock, country, pop, and alternative artists. When the weather is nice, you can hear great music and enjoy a gentle breeze off the water.

Northeast Whitewater in Shirley Mills, Maine will help you find the elusive moose, the official state animal. You can get a close look at these interesting creatures thanks to the lodge's guided moose tours. Guides will take you to the animals' secret hiding spots and share moose facts, plus let you take great moose pictures. Northeast Whitewater is a great spot for recreation as it also offers waterfall hikes, rafting trips, and ice cave excursions.

Believe it or not, you can visit a desert in Maine. Located about 20 minutes from Portland, Maine in Freeport, Maine is the Desert of Maine, a quirky spot of dunes in the middle of a forest. Self-guided tours can be done with the desert's app, or you can venture on a guided tour. There's a one-of-a-kind natural playground made of local reclaimed wood and a gem hunt for children to enjoy as they learn about this unique spot of Maine.

Saco, Maine is a hit with families as the home of Funtown Ride Park and Splashtown Water Park. The park includes Maine's only wooden roller coaster and the tallest log flume in New England. There's a 220-foot-tall drop tower, multiple water slides, tube rides, and a family lagoon. It's a great way to have a family day out.

Maine has a series of beautiful waterfalls to hike and visit. The highest one in the state is also the most accessible. Forks, Maine is the home of Moxie Falls, a waterfall with an amazing 100-foot drop. There's a hiking trail of 0.5 miles with a viewing boardwalk to take a great family photo with the Falls as your backdrop. It's a great hike to enjoy the fall, especially as the leaves change color, and in the summer, people swim in the pools that form from the cascade.

As you make your way throughout the best spots of Maine, visit Augusta, Maine to learn all about the state's history. The Maine State Museum features 4 floors of exhibits and is one of the oldest museums in the country. Multiple displays chronicle the history, environment, and legacy of Maine, covering such topics as Maine's woodworking mills, its work in natural sciences, and the stunning nature that Maine has to offer. The museum also offers tours of the Maine State House located next door. You'll be able to see where the Maine state legislators and various exhibits of architecture, battle flags, and other history topics.

No trip through Maine is complete without seeing one of the 65 historical lighthouses that dot the state. The lighthouses vary in accessibility and tours. Portland Fort Headlight in Cape Elizabeth, Maine is the most photographed lighthouse in America, and it's widely popular with families. Located in Fort Williams Park, the lighthouse is on over 90 acres of recreational space with multiple paths to travel and a cliff walk to enjoy great views. There's a beach, a children's garden, a historic mansion, and food vendors to enjoy. Don't forget to get one of Maine's famous lobster rolls while in the park. Each September, the state offers Maine Lighthouse Day, featuring at least 20 limited-access that are open to the public for the day.

The communities of Maine offer ferry service for exploring the local area and seeing attractions. You'll find the ferries in various spots, and there's nothing like touring the region by ferry. The Cranberry Cove Ferry in Southwest Harbor, Maine will let you island-hop as it passes through the Southwest Harbor and Cranberry Isles, 5 islands off the coast of Maine. The cruise offers panoramic views of Acadia National Park, and when you step off, you can go hiking, browse shops, or visit The Islesford Historical Museum to learn the story of the Cranberry Isles.

Portland, Maine's Old Port district is a great shopping destination for authentic Maine goods. One-of-a-kind shops and boutiques line the cobblestone streets, offering a grand selection of goods, from home decor, unique clothing, and local delicacies like Maine whoopie pies. It's a wonderful shopping experience as you stroll the streets and take in the sights, all the while inhaling that salty air. Less than 10 minutes away is The Maine Mall. This 115-store enclosed shopping complex has all of the top brands like Finish Line, Lush, Macy's, and Vans.

The historic downtown of Belfast, Maine is a hip area with a lot of shopping and dining to enjoy. This coastal community has unique stores that attract visits from all over the state. You'll find the oldest shoe store in America here along with well-curated bookstores, stores specializing in repurposed goods, and thriving co-op. Belfast also hosts the largest-running farmer's market in Maine, and it often boasts more than 70 vendors.

Ogunquit, the "most walkable community in Maine," offers shopping in Ogunquit, Maine, and nearby Perkins Cove, Maine. The two are connected via the Marginal Way, a 1 ¼ oceanside walking path. Taking the path to Perkins Cove, Maine lets you visit a series of charming shops and seaside boutiques. Ogunquit, Maine also has good shops for gifts, beachwear, clothing, jewelry, local artisan works, and toys.

Flo's Hot Dogs in Cape Neddick, Maine has been a local favorite for the famous Maine hot dogs since 1959. This family-run restaurant serves the juicy franks piled high with toppings including Flo's famous homemade relish. Love the relish? You can buy a jar to take home. Unlike other hot dog stands, Flo's is open year-round.

Maine Diner in Wells, Maine has served over 7 million customers and counting. Among their visitors have been famous TV personalities like Guy Fieri who stopped by to make the Diner's famous Lobster Pie and Codfish Cakes. The Maine Diner serves breakfast anytime but also has award-winning seafood chowder, homemade chili, BBQ pork, and London Broil.

The lobster takes a backseat to the clam at Bob's Clam Hut in Kittery, Maine. This gem of Maine began in a small backyard in 1956 and is now a must-visit for Maine vacationers. The dishes are made from locally-caught seafood and served simple. Baskets of whole clams, clam cakes, crab cakes, and scallops are available, plus no meal is complete without Bob's homemade tartar sauce. The delicious meals have made it a pick for Thrillist's Best 50 American restaurants.

Maine routinely appears on lists of the safest states in the United States. U.S. News and World Report has ranked it first in the nation for public safety. Maine has decreased in crime over the last 5 years.