Exploring The State Of Maine
“Maine is a beautiful place that I paradoxically want to hoard to myself and share with everyone I meet.” –John Hodgman
Maine Is An Extraordinary Place.
Our mission at ExploringMaine.com is to bring you the best from all 16 counties in Maine, helping both visitors and residents find the information they need to experience Maine to the fullest.
Things To Do In Maine
Where To See Moose In Maine
Deana Coddaire2023-09-12T12:07:37-04:00September 12th, 2023|0 Comments
Before you read this article, full disclosure: I’m “from away,” as Mainers put it—having only moved to Maine 8 years ago—and my only experience with moose sightings has been through a fence at the Maine [...]
Things to Do in Brewer, Maine
Emily Grace2023-08-28T12:06:34-04:00August 28th, 2023|0 Comments
Source: Brewer Maine Town WebsiteBrewer Riverwalk Right across the Penobscot River Bridge in Bangor lies its sister city, Brewer. It’s a quiet area with a population of just over 9,000 people. Brewer feels [...]
12 Reasons Why Bangor, Maine Is a Great Place to Live
Gail Brown2023-07-22T16:03:59-04:00July 22nd, 2023|0 Comments
With a population of 31,921 as of 2021, Bangor is one of Maine’s most populous cities, falling behind Portland and Lewiston in total population. This metropolitan area serves as a hub for surrounding towns, offering [...]
Explore Maine Foods!
Best Kittery Area Pizza Places
Deana Coddaire2023-04-10T16:12:40-04:00April 10th, 2023|0 Comments
In my five-and-a-half decades on this planet, I think I’ve met no more than three people who didn’t like pizza. It comes in so many styles and flavors, it seems it would be nearly impossible [...]
25 Best Restaurants in Portland
Deana Coddaire2023-09-23T15:43:21-04:00April 10th, 2023|0 Comments
I love to enjoy a fabulous, locally-sourced meal and creatively-crafted cocktail surrounded by a cool, eclectic vibe and friendly, attentive staff. But that’s just me—and to each his own. Portland, Maine, therefore, is an ideal [...]
Best Lobster Rolls Near Bath
Deana Coddaire2023-03-06T16:52:26-05:00March 6th, 2023|0 Comments
Of all the things that come to mind when someone mentions Maine, chances are lobster will be one of them—lobster rolls, particularly. Whether you are a life-long lobster lover or are looking forward to partaking [...]
Explore Places To Stay In Maine!
Maine’s Top 18 Resorts
Deana Coddaire2023-04-12T23:14:45-04:00April 12th, 2023|0 Comments
With its rocky coastlines, rugged mountains, myriad lakes, expansive forests, and just the right number of tourist hotspots and attractions, Maine draws millions of visitors every year. True to its “Vacationland” moniker, the Pine Tree [...]
Best Portland Bed & Breakfasts
Deana Coddaire2023-03-22T17:57:00-04:00March 22nd, 2023|0 Comments
Portland, Maine is a city of many faces; in fact, there are eight distinctly different neighborhoods contained within the city’s borders. For visitors, this means there’s a lot of ground to cover and many unique [...]
Best Bar Harbor Bed & Breakfasts
Deana Coddaire2023-03-16T15:33:43-04:00March 16th, 2023|0 Comments
Planning a trip to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park? If so, then your first order of business is to find lodging, because chances are you’re coming from away, as Mainers say…and it’s a long [...]
Explore Camping In Maine!
Best Maine Glamping
Deana Coddaire2022-08-18T11:02:13-04:00August 18th, 2022|0 Comments
Glamorous camping—or “glamping”—seems like an oxymoron to me. But these days, if I were forced to go camping, this is the way I’d go—although, years ago, I would have scoffed at the idea, being a [...]
Best Campgrounds Near Camden
Deana Coddaire2022-08-18T09:38:46-04:00August 18th, 2022|0 Comments
Camping may not be the first thing that pops into your head when considering a vacation in Camden, Maine; more than likely, visions of gourmet cuisine, craft cocktails, boutique shopping, and upscale lodging will fill [...]
Best Campgrounds Near Portland, Maine
Deana Coddaire2023-02-27T13:25:45-05:00August 18th, 2022|0 Comments
Planning a trip to Portland, Maine but don’t want big-ticket lodging expenses to eat away at your dining, shopping, and cocktail budget? Well, if you happen to be one of those outdoorsy types, why not [...]
Vacationland
Our summers are gorgeous, with fresh air and clean water amusements of all kinds. If hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, camping, or bike riding are your passion then Maine is a fantastic spring and summer destination.
With fall the colors come out, and make for breathtaking leaf-peeping opportunities. Hunters also will find a wide variety of opportunities in Maine, with seasons for grouse, turkey, deer, bear, and Moose.
It snows here in the Winter, providing excellent opportunities for skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. Regardless of your passion, there are vacation rental opportunities year-round in Maine.
Tastes Of Maine
But lobster is not the only defining taste of Maine – there are other iconic foods that are unmatched. Wild Maine blueberries are a favorite fruit of visitors and local folks alike, making for delicious pies and other treats. Maine also is the 2nd largest maple syrup producer in America, thanks to our abundance of sugar maple trees and favorable spring climate. And Aroostook county is potato country, offering you Maine options for baked, mashed, or french fries.
No camping trip in Maine is complete without favorites like red hot dogs, bean hole baked beans, fresh fiddle heads, a cold can of Moxie, and a whoopie pie for desert. Throw in some maple candy and saltwater taffy for snacks and you have a true Maine culinary experience.
