Maine. Forged by Nature.

This is where the beauty of nature and the muse of creativity don’t just surround you; they become a part of you.

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Find Your Flow State.

In Maine, spring awakens the land, the waters and even something within us. Feel it.

Spring in Maine
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Scenery meets Serenity.

Dramatic coastlines. Invigorating forests. And welcoming small towns with historic character. Explore it all.

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Leave It Like You Love It

Wherever your Maine travels lead, join our shared promise to be a good guest—on trails, in towns and everywhere in between. Follow the 7 Principles to Look Out For ME.

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Fresh Air. Fresh Adventures. In Every Season.

Small moments and simple pleasures…

Spring

Spring

Birdsong in boreal forests. Delicate early blossoms. Spring awakens the forests and water alike. Fly-fish freshwater streams or hike whisper-quiet trails. The off-season will reveal its secrets.

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Summer

Summer

Fragrant gardens. Sun-washed beaches. Summer is vivid with light and color. Savor Maine-made ice cream bursting with sweet, wild blueberries. Sail on a windjammer. Or retreat to a backcountry sporting camp.

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Fall

Fall

Autumn sets Maine aglow in golden, luminous foliage. Relish fresh flavors of bountiful harvests. Stroll welcoming small towns with independent shops and galleries. Here, every route is the scenic one.

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Winter

Winter

Exhilarating ski runs. The glitter of snowfall. Jovial holiday festivals. And craft cocktails by a roaring fire. Winter is a dance between invigorating cold and cozy warmth. Revel in it all.

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Signature Maine Experiences

/ Acadia National Park

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Must-see views Best trails Nearby hotels

Acadia National Park

Rugged beaches, granite peaks and dense woodlands and wildflowers beckon for adventure.
/ Windjammer Sailing

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Set sail in style What to wear

Windjammer Sailing

Spend carefree days soaring the ocean in a traditional tall-masted schooner.
/ Katahdin, Maine

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Spot a Maine moose

Guided Moose Safaris

Venture into Maine’s deep forests to catch a glimpse of majestic moose in the wild.

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Tell me about puffins See puffins up close

Puffin Cruises

See a thriving colony at the National Audubon Society restoration area.
Greater Portland, Maine

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Taste fresh oysters Where to tour

Oyster Farm Tours + Tastings

Learn about marine farming, plus how to shuck and taste fresh, briny oysters.

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Who are the guides? Show me experiences

Registered Maine Guides

Local experts know the best places to fish, hunt, paddle and off-road in Maine’s backcountry.
/ Portland, Maine

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Find your boat

Lobster Boat Tours

Wear authentic gear, pull up the day’s catch and learn about preservation efforts.
/ Freeport, Maine

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In-store experiences Customized gear Top-rated products

LL Bean Flagship Store

Shop the sprawling Freeport mainstay for iconic apparel and outdoors gear.

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See the aurora borealis Stargazing spots

Watching Maine’s Night Sky

We depend on the dark to frame our galaxy’s billions of glittering stars brightly and clearly. And in Maine, we take our dark skies seriously.
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A large sailboat with multiple sails glides on calm water, surrounded by distant hills under a clear sky.
Two moose standing in a calm lake with autumn-colored trees, large rocks, and mountains in the background under a clear sky.
Two puffins with colorful beaks touch their bills while facing each other, set against a blurred natural background.
A man and woman sitting on a boat holding oysters in a paper bag that reads "Mere Point Oyster Co."
Two people are fly fishing in a forested river. One person is actively casting a line while the other observes. Both are wearing outdoor gear and standing near the water.
Three people in aprons are sitting together outdoors. The person in the middle holds a lobster with bands on its claws while the others smile.
A large boot sculpture is displayed in front of the L.L. Bean Inc. retail store building with glass windows and a sign above reading "L.L. Bean Inc." Adjacent chairs and a tree are also visible.