The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is a 9,125-acre (37 km2) National Wildlife Refuge made up of several parcels of land along 50 miles (80 km) of Maine's southern coast. The refuge protects coastal wetlands from Cape Elizabeth to Kittery. Over 350 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians have been observed on the refuge.
Bangor City Forest encompasses more than 680 acres of wildlife habitat and working forest in Bangor, Maine, and features more than 4 miles of access roads and more than 9 miles of trails for running, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing.
Completed in 2003, the Orono Bog Walk provides a window into some of Maine's most interesting natural environments. Accessed via the Bangor city forest but located primarily within Orono, the focal point of the Bog Boardwalk is the peat bog itself, as well as the diverse vegetation and natural environments that surround it.
Portland Breakwater Light, sometimes referred to a Bug Light Park Lighthouse, stands as a living history. Its role as a marker of the end of the rocky breakwater shielding Portland Harbor began in 1855. In 1875 it was replaced, and at only 26-feet tall, it is known for its diminutive size and its elegance.
Cobbosseecontee Lake is a lake located in the towns of Litchfield, Manchester, Monmouth, West Gardiner, and Winthrop in the U.S. state of Maine. It is the largest lake in the Winthrop Lakes Region at 100 feet (30 m) deep, covering about 8.7 square miles (23 km2) in surface area, a length of 9 miles (14 km), and a shoreline of 62 miles (100 km).
Androscoggin Riverlands State Park is a 2675-acre state park with 12 miles of river frontage near Lewiston/Auburn. Visitors enjoy the Androscoggin Riverlands year-round, with skiers and snowmobilers using the trails in winters and a mix of hiking, boating and ATVs in warmer seasons. Hunting is popular in these lands.
The Presumpscot River Preserve in Portland, Maine, is a beautiful natural area offering outdoor enthusiasts a chance to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Presumpscot River and its surrounding woodlands. The preserve is popular for its trails, wildlife, and proximity to the city, making it an excellent spot for relaxation and recreation.
The Ram Island Ledge Light Station is a historic lighthouse located near Portland, Maine. It sits on Ram Island Ledge, a rocky outcrop at the entrance to Portland Harbor in Casco Bay, helping to guide ships safely into one of New England's busiest ports. Here are some key details about the lighthouse:
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens features the stunning ornamental gardens and exceptional natural beauty, waterfalls, and incomparable stonework and sculpture.
Take advantage of Maine's beauty in all seasons to visit the Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk, a 1.25-mile in-town recreational loop linking the Frank J. Wood Bridge to the historic Androscoggin Swinging Bridge along the Androscoggin River in both Brunswick and Topsham.
East Point Sanctuary contains a short but spectacular trail along the perimeter of the point providing rare public access to this stretch of the Maine Coast.
