Maine

Popham Beach

Popham beach is one of the most popular beaches in Maine, and it is one of our favorites.  It has a massive sand beach, and since the parking lot is relatively small, it never feels too crowded.  It does fill up early on weekends though, and there is often a line of cars waiting. The […]

Morse Mountain

Morse Mountain is a conservation area that is open to the public.  The 1.7 mile trail brings you to a beach that is separated from Popham Beach by a small tidal river.  There are no facilities whatsoever, so bring everything you might need, and “carry in, carry out.” There is no shade on the beach, and […]

Head Beach

This is a private beach that is open to the public, though the nearby private campground requires registration and is fenced off.  You’ll see a small toll booth off of Route 216, which is where you pay the day use fee. We were there on a weekday and the booth was empty, so it might […]

Fort Popham

Fort Popham is a coastal fort that was used during the Civil War, and is currently open seasonally as a tourist attraction.  You are allowed to explore the fort on your own, and it has some interesting architecture.  It would be fun for kids as it isn’t really a museum, but more like a castle you […]

Monhegan Island

Monhegan Island is famous for its beauty, and it is a popular destination for artists.  To get to the island most people take the mailboat, which departs from Port Clyde.  The beach where people swim is a little cove close to the arrivals dock.  Coming from the dock, walk straight up Wharf Hill Road to […]