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1. Portland ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Portland
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2. Bar Harbor, Maine ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Bar Harbor, Maine
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3. Acadia National Park

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Acadia National Park
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4. Camden

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5. Bangor

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6. Bay of Fundy

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7. Rockland

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8. Augusta, Maine

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9. Bath

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10. York

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11. Lewiston, Maine

Lewiston, Maine
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12. Ellsworth

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13. Marginal Way

Marginal Way
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14. Mount Desert Island

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Mount Desert Island
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15. Camden Hills State Park - Mount Battie

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Camden Hills State Park - Mount Battie
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16. Ogunquit Beach, Maine

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Ogunquit Beach, Maine
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17. Jordan Pond

Jordan Pond
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18. Wells Beach

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19. Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

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Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
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20. Popham Beach State Park

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Popham Beach State Park
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21. Baxter State Park

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Baxter State Park
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22. Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park

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Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park
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23. Smalls Falls, Maine

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Smalls Falls, Maine
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24. Gulf Hagas

Gulf Hagas
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Famed for its stunning coastline and quaint fishing towns, Maine can keep both city lovers and nature enthusiasts busy throughout the year and is especially popular in the summer In cities like Portland, Lewiston, Augusta, and Bangor, travelers can experience some of the best food, culture, and entertainment that Maine has to offer. Nature lovers will find beautiful beaches, Acadia National Park, famous sights of Bar Harbor, Camden, Mount Desert Island, and several scenic state parks.

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