Maine Adventures that are Great for Kids
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Maine Roadtrip Challenge: See 6 Beautiful Covered Bridges in one Day
Read more: Maine Roadtrip Challenge: See 6 Beautiful Covered Bridges in one DayMaine Covered Bridges While most of Maine’s covered bridges have long since collapsed or fallen victim to nature, nine historic covered bridges still remain. The oldest original covered bridge still standing in Maine is Hemlock Bridge built in 1857. The newest original bridge is Watson Bridge built in 1911. Two of the nine bridges, Babb and…
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Height of Land: Ultimate vantage point worth the stop
Read more: Height of Land: Ultimate vantage point worth the stopPanoramic Views If you’re traveling in the Rangeley region of the state, be sure to stop at Height of Land. This roadside rest stop overlooks Mooselookmeguntic Lake and the valley. You’ll have the best view of the Rangeley Lakes Region and surrounding mountains, too. The Appalachian Trail passes close by this roadside stop. …
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Why you have to stop at Smalls Falls, Maine
Read more: Why you have to stop at Smalls Falls, MaineBeautiful Roadside Stop Smalls Falls is located not far from Rangeley just off Route 4. The short hike to the falls takes about one minute and is incredibly easy, making it great for kids. A sign clearly marks the Smalls Falls rest stop entrance. [Update: We’ve had some reports that the sign is missing. …
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How to find the Abandoned Locomotives of the Eagle Lake & West Branch Railroad in the Northern Maine Woods
Read more: How to find the Abandoned Locomotives of the Eagle Lake & West Branch Railroad in the Northern Maine WoodsTwo full-sized trains rest quietly in the Northern Maine Woods, abandoned in the early 1930’s from the Eagle Lake & West Branch Railroad. How do you find them? It’s easy, and I’m going to give you the most comprehensive directions you’ll find on the internet! There is a NEW road, parking area and trail to reach…