Acadia: A Peak-Season Survival Guide
From town to trail, here’s how to avoid the crowds, find the park’s secret gems, and make your Acadia adventure unforgettable.
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Glow Babies
Almost 60 years later, memories of a transformative summer, childhood hijinks, and smokes at the beach still smolder.
Sweet, Fleeting Season
In summer, Camp Ellis moves at its own carefree pace. But beneath the sultry calm, the beach enclave is waging a desperate battle with rising seas.
Maine’s Prettiest Harbors
It’s time to lay anchor. Our pictorial tribute to the eight port towns and peaceful coves we never tire of gazing at.
Summer of Speed
Palace Playland’s newest coaster brings the heat.
Where in Maine
Can you name this pleasantly pastoral isle?
Maine Island Vacation Giveaway
Enter for a chance to win two spots on the ultimate Maine vacation. Stay on a secluded island and explore the Maine coast on our Weekend Island Getaway this summer!
Maine’s 10 Must-Hike Mountain Trails
Brought to you by the badass hikers of the Alpine Women Collective.
Thunder Hole
To find Acadia’s purest wilderness, just look up to behold the largest expanse of naturally dark sky east of the Mississippi.
Our 12 Favorite Maine Swimming Holes
Our 12 favorite Maine swimming holes are little heralded and sparsely visited, sylvan spots along quiet trails where locals gather when the mercury rises.
Garden Splendor
Gardening and landscaping have always been big among the MDI gentry, and the island today is speckled with serene spots to enjoy the fruits of their leisure.
Having a Blast
The funnest, tastiest, quirkiest ballpark traditions from 25 seasons of Sea Dogs baseball.