Family-friendly ski area in Auburn offering affordable skiing with 25 trails and night skiing, just minutes from Lewiston and about 35 miles from Portland. One of the most accessible ski mountains in southern Maine.
Biddeford-Saco Country Club
Historic golf club in Saco offering an 18-hole course along the Saco River. One of the oldest golf clubs in Maine, with a beautiful riverside setting and welcoming atmosphere for visiting golfers.
Popham Beach State Park
One of Maine’s most spectacular state park beaches — a long barrier beach at the mouth of the Kennebec River with shifting sandbars, tidal pools, and views of Fox Island and Seguin Island lighthouse. About 15 miles south of Bath via Route 209. Arrive early in summer as the parking lot fills quickly.
Ocean Park Association
Historic Victorian community near Old Orchard Beach offering cultural programs, concerts, and quiet beachside relaxation.
Dunegrass Golf Club
Highly rated 18-hole golf course in Old Orchard Beach set among natural sand dunes with ocean breezes and challenging fairways.
Eastern Trail
Multi-use trail passing through Old Orchard Beach connecting communities along the southern Maine coast for cycling and walking.
Burnt Island Lighthouse
Maine’s second-oldest standing lighthouse, built in 1821. Accessible by boat, it offers living history tours with former keepers sharing stories, plus panoramic harbor views from the tower.
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
New England’s largest botanical garden spanning 295 acres with spectacular ornamental, children’s, and sensory gardens. Miles of waterfront and woodland trails, a fine cafe, and the magical Gardens Aglow each winter.
Boothbay Region Land Trust Trails
30 miles of free hiking trails through forests, wetlands, and coastal areas across the Boothbay Peninsula. Penny Lake Preserve, Porter Preserve, and others offer exceptional wildlife watching and coastal views.
Kayak Excursions
Guided kayak and stand-up paddleboard tours of the Kennebunk River and coast. Free delivery and pickup available, making it easy to explore the waterways at your own pace.