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Discover Guided Experiences

An expert can help you see a moose, climb a granite face or raft down a river full of rapids.

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A lighthouse sits on a rocky pier extending into a vast body of water under a clear sky, with distant hills visible on the horizon.

Experience Our Lighthouses

Nothing is more emblematic of Maine than the more than 60 historic lighthouses scattered along its coast.

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Find Maine Trip Ideas

These trip ideas are suggestions for fun stops and interesting sites as you travel through Maine.

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Outdoor Adventures in Maine

Start planning your next adventure with some of the best day trips in Maine, curated by Mainers and featuring everything from serene kayaking under the sun to witnessing the vivid colors of autumn from above while hiking.

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.

Explore Spring

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.

Explore Summer

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.

Explore Fall

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.

Explore Winter

Signature Maine Experiences

/ Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park

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

Windjammer Sailing

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

Guided Moose Safaris

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

Puffin Cruises

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

Oyster Farm Tours + Tastings

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

Registered Maine Guides

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

Lobster Boat Tours

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

LL Bean Flagship Store

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

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.
View from a rocky vantage point overlooking a forested landscape with a lake nestled among hills, and distant islands visible under a partly cloudy sky.
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.

Accessible Travel

Maine is known for its natural beauty, rich history and vibrant culture, and we want everyone to have the opportunity to explore and enjoy all that Maine has to offer.…

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Chambers of Commerce

Chambers of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureaus Maine’s many Chambers of Commerce and important tourism organizations are excellent resources when planning your trip to Maine! They list local events,…

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Groups and Associations

Statewide Tourism Organizations Bicycle Coalition of MaineLocal Chamber of CommerceMaine Antiques Dealers AssociationMaine Archives and Museums AssociationMaine Association of Agricultural FairsMaine Association of Sea Kayak Guides and InstructorsMaine Bowhunters AssociationMaine…

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Travel Alerts

Maine Travel Alerts & Advisories Driver Information Maine Road Construction: New England 511 Travel Information Maine’s Seatbelt Law: Maine has a universal seat belt law, meaning all drivers and passengers…

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Travel Resources

If a visit to Maine is on your itinerary, the next step is getting here! How do you want to travel to Maine? Planes, trains, cars and boats are all…

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