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Off the Beaten Path – Uncrowded Places
For anyone who wants a wonderful, late-summer escape without the crowds, MidCoast Maine offers some very special places well off the beaten path.
Exploring the Islands of Vinalhaven and North Haven
These islands are filled with scenery and experiences that will remind you why Maine is considered “vacationland.” Here’s how to make the journey to these MidCoast retreats.
Maine’s MidCoast is More than a Stopover
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…
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.