Maine - Scenic Drives

Camden Hills State Park
280 Belfast Road
Camden, ME  04843
Phone: 207-236-3109

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This scenic park is located at the foot of Mount Battie, and is 5,000 acres. Visitors to this camp will enjoy the trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and snowmobilers. Of particular interest is the view from the summit of Mount Battie, 900 feet above sea level. Trails and a drive lead to the summit. A public campsite is available.

Fort Point State Park
Searsport, ME
Phone: 207-941-4014

This historic site features areas for picnicking and fishing, in addition to a scenic drive.

The Coastal Outing is 141 miles long and takes three and one-half hours to complete:

(This trip passes along scenic shoreline, through quaint fishing villages, and to the top of Mount Battie.)

Begin in Wiscasset, and take U.S. Route 1 east into Newcastle. In Newcastle, pick up Route 130 south, which will travel through New Harbor and on to Pemaquid Point. After stopping at Pemaquid Point State Park, travel back on 130 into New Harbor and onto Route 32 north. Take Route 32 north into Waldoboro, and make a right on Main Street. When you reach Route 220, head south into Friendship, and in Friendship take Route 97 north and east through Cushing and into Thomaston. In Thomaston, take U.S. Route 1 north which will wind its way through Rockland and into Camden.

Once in Camden, take the drive up to the top of Mount Battie and enjoy the panoramic view of Penobscot Bay. Head back to U.S. Route 1 and continue on to Lincolnville. In Lincolnville, take Route 173 west into Lincolnville Center, where you will pick up Route 235 South. Continue on 235 into Hope, and then take Route 105 north to Route 131, which merges with 105. Continue south on 105 and 131, and drive through Appleton, then pick up Route 17. Take Route 17 west to Stickney Corner, then Route 220 south to Route 126. Take 126 southwest into Jefferson, where you will pick up Route 213 southwest, and then Route 215. Take Route 215 northwest to Route 194, and Route 194 northwest into Head Tide. Once in Head Tide, bear left to cross the river on a local road. On the other side, get on Route 218 south, which will take you back to Wiscasset.

Long Sands Beach
Route 1A
York, ME  03903

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A long, narrow beach near Cape Neddick. A two-mile scenic drive parallels the beach. A handicapped-accessible beach area and bathhouse is provided. Parking available. Dogs allowed.

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