MAINE'S EIGHT REGIONS
MidCoast & Islands
MidCoast & Islands
Mainland and ocean meet in MidCoast and Islands. As the name suggests, this region is rich with coastal wonders. There are beautiful beaches, like Reid State Park, and there is a culinary scene defined by the natural bounty of the Atlantic Coast—oysters from Newcastle and the Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland come to mind. Seaside, working harbor towns boom with fishermen and schooners, while the foraging spirit of Maine’s farmers and craftspeople shines inland at agricultural events like Union Fair.
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DOWNEAST & ACADIA
The Maine Beaches
Maine’s Lake & Mountains
THE MAINE HIGHLANDS
Aroostook County
Named after a Micmac word that translates to “beautiful river,” Aroostook County occupies Maine’s northernmost corner. Though known commercially for its potato cultivation, the towns that make up this county are an outdoor wilderness-lovers' dream come true. The Allagash Waterway, a 92-mile stretch of lakes, ponds, and rivers, is perfect for hunting, fishing, boating, and canoeing, while miles of groomed snowmobile and ATV trails call upon adventurers each winter.
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The Maine Beaches
For a taste of the classic New England beach vacation etched into the collective memory, visit Maine Beaches. Just an hour north of Boston, this dazzling stretch of white sand meets the sea across a series of beloved coastal towns, from Kennebunkport to Ogunquit. Lighthouses, lobster rolls, historic piers, and elegant seaside B&Bs beckon, but Maine Beaches are also a mainstay for culture. Gallery hopping, shopping at local boutiques, and seeing a play are all fine activities to complement the sand and sun.
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Greater Portland & Casco Bay Region
For those seeking an action-packed itinerary of things to do, Greater Portland and Casco Bay provide. In Portland, Maine’s largest city, find dining helmed by James Beard Award-winning chefs, a thriving arts scene, plenty of shopping opportunities, and an impressive collection of craft breweries. Just a ferry ride from Portland’s coast, the Islands of Casco Bay glitter. A guided kayaking trip or boat ride through the bay is the ideal way to get acquainted with the wider island area.
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Maine’s Lake and Mountains
The Lakes and Mountains of Maine are like something out of a watercolor painting, each palette drenched in the hues of the season. In summer months, glacial lakes and cascading waterfalls take center stage as majestic moose roam through the greenery. In wintertime, snow blankets the two towering mountain ranges, making for some of the best alpine skiing in all of New England.
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Kennebec Valley
Where there is water, there is life. Centered around the massive, 170-mile Kennebec River, Kennebec Valley is a verdant, living playground of peak outdoors. Take on the Class III and IV rapids at Dead River, explore historic, brick-lined river cities, or cruise along the scenic byway of The Old Canada Road to get your bearings. Abundant natural resources flow from the region’s fertile land, from tomatoes to wild brook trout to timber.
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DownEast & Acadia
Beauty comes to full form in DownEast & Acadia, perched on the northeastern coast of Maine. During each sunrise, the first place in the United States to be touched by light is Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park. Fitting, given the intense natural beauty of the sprawling, 47,000-acre wonderland. Peruse the shops and restaurants along the main thoroughfare of Bar Harbor, visit the easternmost lighthouse in Lubec, and witness thousands of Atlantic puffins in the summertime on Machias Seal Island.
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The Maine Highlands
The hush of untouched landscapes and untamed natural wonders awaits in The Maine Highlands. Bangor acts as the eclectic urban anchor in the south. In the north, Maine’s largest mountain, Katahdin, rises from the center of Baxter State Park. Moosehead Lake looms large as a site for recreational fishing, while hunting, hiking, and snowmobiling are also abundant in the region.
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Kennebec Valley
AROOSTOOK COUNTY
THE MAINE HIGHLANDS
The Maine Beaches
GREATer PORTLAND & CASCO BAY REGION
MidCoast & Islands
GREATer PORTLAND & CASCO BAY REGION
Maine’s Lake & Mountains
Kennebec Valley
AROOSTOOK COUNTY
DOWNEAST & ACADIA
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