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Outdoor Adventures in Maine

Maine has some of the most beautiful nature in the entire country, so when you visit, you should absolutely play outside a little bit. Whether you prefer hiking, or going for a walk in a park, or boating across the sparkling sea, or simply relaxing at the beach with a good book, Maine's got it. Read on to discover ways to play and places to stay.

Bumper Boats
Aquaboggan Water Park

980 Portland Road Saco, ME, 04072 Phone: 207-282-3112

Waves, Wheels, and Wonders: Your All-Ages Summer Adventure

Speed, splash, and soar at Aquaboggan Water Park in Saco, Maine. Thrill-seekers can race down high-adrenaline slides like the Yankee Ripper and Stealth V half-pipe, while the 750,000-gallon Giant Wave Pool delivers rolling surf all day long. When you're ready to come up for air, rev things up at the Grand Prix Go-Kart track, challenge the 18-hole mini golf course, or take a spin on the Bumper Boats. With toddler splash zones, free parking, and picnic areas, it's a full day of outdoor adventure for all ages. Cap off the evening at the iconic Saco Drive-In, right on the grounds.

Opens for the 2026 season on June 27th.
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A Morning in Maine at Owl's Head - Rockland, ME
A Morning in Maine

3 Park Drive Rockland, ME, 04841 Phone: 207-691-7245

All Aboard for Lighthouses, Lobster & the Open Sea

Set sail on Penobscot Bay aboard Morning in Maine, a classic 55-foot ketch departing from Rockland, ME. Choose from a two-hour cruise, a breathtaking sunset sail, or a six-hour adventure to Monroe Island complete with beachcombing, hiking, and a lobster picnic lunch. Along the way, spot harbor seals, seabirds, and iconic Maine lighthouses including Rockland Breakwater and Owls Head. Families will love the Science Under Sail cruises, where a science educator leads hands-on activities using real oceanographic equipment. With just 21 passengers per sailing, the experience feels intimate and unhurried. Private charters are also available for groups and special events.
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Frenchman Bay View - Bluenose Inn - Bar Harbor, ME
Bluenose Inn

90 Eden Street Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 Phone: 207-288-2665

From your HQ at this classic inn, enjoy bay views, easy access to Acadia, outdoor activities

Hit the trails, the waterways and the parks of the Bar Harbor area when you establish your Maine vacation headquarters at the beautiful Bluenose Inn. With panoramic ocean views from luxurious suites, oversized rooms and a well-appointed apartment, the inn is a great place to plan your hiking and biking adventures in Acadia National Park as well as kayaking and canoeing trips, whale-watching and other boating excursions, rock-climbing opportunities and walking trails. The inn features heated indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub and fitness center. Its Looking Glass Restaurant serves up an amazing breakfast with an equally amazing view of Frenchman Bay. Guests enjoy live music in the Great Room and piano bar as well as gatherings by the fire pit.
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Whitewater Trip 500x250 - Crab Apple Whitewater - The Forks, ME
Crab Apple Whitewater (ME)

3 Lake Moxie Road The Forks, ME, 04985 Phone: 800-553-7238

Lots of adventures to choose from when you challenge the rapids in Maine rivers

Choose your adventure at Crab Apple Whitewater: Paddle through rapids with family members, up your individual rafting skills through Class V rapids, engage in a little night-time paint ball with your friends after a day out on the river. Base camp in Maine includes standard and premium lodging options, a pub and restaurant, a heated outdoor pool, paintball fields and other activities. It’s all waiting for you after your journey down the Kennebec or Dead River, each with its own thrills and challenges. Kennebec has legendary Class III and IV rapids at every turn before you get to float-next-to-your-raft time. And the Dead River’s Class IV and V rapids provide a continuous rush. Breakfast is included with all rafting and lodging packages.
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Outdoor Adventure - Maine Windjammers - Camden, ME - Photo Credit PJ Walters
Maine Windjammer Association

Sailing from Ports in Rockland and Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: Toll-Free: 800-807-9463

Ready for an adventure? Take to the sea for a glorious vacation aboard a windjammer

Toss your everyday routines and stresses to the wind: Book an adventure aboard one of the vessels of the Maine Windjammer Association. It’s like no other vacation you’ve experienced. Take a three-night cruise or sail for a week enjoying delicious homemade meals and the companionship of an expert crew and friendly fellow passengers. Help raise the sails, or sit on the deck and soak in the sun. Watch for porpoises, seals, bald eagles – even the occasional whale or puffin. Explore fishing villages, feast at a lobster bake on an uninhabited island, swim or paddle board – or just join in a game of Hearts around the wood stove. Vessels include 19th century schooners and more modern-day windjammers, all waiting for those seeking seafaring adventures.
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