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CaptainNemo
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Oct 01, 2013

Seeking advice on trip to Maine

Hi there,

We're weest-coasters in the middle of a long-planned trip to New England with plans to head to Maine tomorrow. Our originally scheduled destination was Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Of course, the National Park may well be closed, depending on how long the government shutdown lasts.

So, we're looking for input from those familiar with the area. If we have four days to spend in Maine, do you recommend going to Bar Harbor even if Acadia is closed? Are there other areas you recommend?

We're interested primarily in coastal locations and places to get good Maine lobster, but are open to other suggestions if you have them.

Thanks in advance for your advice.

Nemo
  • Try the Popham Beach area as a starting point. You should be able to use that as a base camp. There are a variety of State and local campground o. Or near the ocean that should work for you.
  • Depends on where you are now - Bar Harbor is a long drive up. There are closer places to get lobster with great Maine Scenery.

    Cook's Restaurant on Bailey's Island. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse.
    North Country Wind Bells.
  • Lubec ,Eastport,and Campebello Island are my favorites.Check my Family Travels link for pics.