Quick Summary:

  • What is Maine known for?
    • Maine, also known as the Pine Tree State, is famous for its scenic coastal towns, rugged coastlines, and a prosperous fishing and maritime heritage.
  • What outdoor opportunities does Maine offer?
    • Maine is home to a wealth of state parks, recreational areas, and public lands that provide numerous recreational activities and outdoor pursuits.
  • What kind of natural beauty can visitors expect in Maine?
    • Visitors can enjoy scenic landscapes and breathtaking panoramic vistas throughout the state.


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1. Acadia National Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Acadia National Park | Maine State & National Parks
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2. Androscoggin Riverlands ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Androscoggin Riverlands | Maine State & National Parks
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3. Aroostook State Park

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Aroostook State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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4. Bigelow Preserve Public Land

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Bigelow Preserve Public Land | Maine State & National Parks
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5. Bradbury Mountain State Park

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Bradbury Mountain State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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6. Camden Hills State Park

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Camden Hills State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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7. Cobscook Bay State Park

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Cobscook Bay State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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8. Crescent Beach State Park

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Crescent Beach State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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9. Dead River Public Land

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Dead River Public Land | Maine State & National Parks
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10. Deboullie Public Lands

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Deboullie Public Lands | Maine State & National Parks
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11. Donnell Pond Public Land

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Donnell Pond Public Land | Maine State & National Parks
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12. Duck Lake Public Land

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Duck Lake Public Land | Maine State & National Parks
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13. Eagle Lake Public Land

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Eagle Lake Public Land | Maine State & National Parks
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14. Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument | Maine State & National Parks
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15. Lake St. George State Park

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Lake St. George State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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16. Lamoine State Park

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Lamoine State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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17. Lily Bay State Park

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Lily Bay State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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18. Little Moose Public Land

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Little Moose Public Land | Maine State & National Parks
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19. Mt. Blue State Park

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Mt. Blue State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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20. Peaks-Kenny State Park

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Peaks-Kenny State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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21. Popham Beach State Park

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Popham Beach State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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22. Quoddy Head State Park

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Quoddy Head State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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23. Range Pond State Park

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Range Pond State Park | Maine State & National Parks
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24. Roosevelt Campobello

Roosevelt Campobello | Maine State & National Parks
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25. Saint Croix Island

Romantic Islands
Saint Croix Island | Maine State & National Parks
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