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The Atlas Obscura Guide to Maine

144 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Maine

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  1. Bangor
  2. Bar Harbor
  3. Bath
  4. Bethel
  5. Biddeford
  6. Boothbay
  7. Bucksport
  8. Cape Elizabeth
  9. Cushing
  10. Eastport
  11. Ellsworth
  12. Freeport
  13. Greenville
  14. Hancock
  15. Jonesport
  16. Kittery
  17. Lubec
  18. Millinocket
  19. Monhegan
  20. Portland
  21. Rangeley
  22. Rockland
  23. Rumford
  24. Scarborough
  25. Southwest Harbor
  26. Trenton
  27. Union
  28. York

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America's First Mile

A monument marks the beginning of the longest north-south road in the United States.

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The Atlas Obscura Audio Guide to Maine’s Wilderness

Explore the state’s coastline alongside locals who draw inspiration from its rugged beauty.

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How Two Artists Are Painting Portland’s Future

Explore Portland, Maine through the paintings of Rachel and Ryan Adams, two visionary artists making waves in the city’s vibrant cultural landscape

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The Desert of Maine

This tiny patch of arid sand sits in one of the greenest states in the United States.

Unusual Attractions in Maine

Off the Beaten Path

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York, Maine

Wiggly Bridge

True to its name, this bouncy walkway may be the world’s smallest suspension bridge.

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Rapid Wedge in Gulf Hagas

Monson, Maine

Gulf Hagas

The “Grand Canyon of Maine” is a three-mile gorge full of striking geological features.

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Beautiful colors found at Asticou Azalea Gardens.

Northeast Harbor, Maine

Asticou Azalea Garden

East meets West in this Japanese-style garden featuring plants native to Maine’s Mount Desert Island.

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Scarborough Marsh covers over 3,000 acres.

Scarborough, Maine

Scarborough Marsh

Maine’s largest salt marsh hides old roads, drainage ditches, and the remains of a canal once cut through its grasses.

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Desert of Maine

Freeport, Maine

The Desert of Maine

This tiny patch of arid sand sits in one of the greenest states in the United States.

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Wild Blueberry Land

Columbia Falls, Maine

Wild Blueberry Land

This colorful theme park dedicated the official fruit of Maine serves sweet, tasty treats.

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Gastro Obscura’s Guide to Eating Through Maine

While lobsters, blueberries, and whoopie pies certainly come to mind when thinking about the edible wonders of Maine, they’re also just the tip of the iceberg.
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