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MAINE HIGHLANDS
Adventure is in the heart of Maine—
literally. This central region north of Greater
Portland invites you to unwind, unplug,
and choose the path less traveled. It might
be your desire to reach the northernmost
point of the Appalachian Trail by scaling
Mt. Katahdin in majestic Baxter State Park,
or fishing in 40-mile long Moosehead Lake
renowned for its landlocked salmon, brook
trout, and togue. If rafting, snowmobiling,
and interacting with Maine wildlife is more
to your liking, this expanse of wilderness
offers some of the most exciting outdoor
activities of all. Bangor, the area’s
commercial and cultural hub, features world-
class concerts and events on its riverfront.
MAINE LAKES + MOUNTAINS
Western Maine is a year-round recreational
destination combining family-friendly non-
stop adventure with lazy, idyllic comfort!
Enjoy some of the best golfing and snow
sports in the East—with Rangeley’s
Snodeo not to be missed. Or choose to
canoe, kayak, and chill out on hundreds
of crystal-clear rivers and glacial lakes.
Experience moose up close in the safety
of a preserve or from a wilderness cabin.
Steeped in history and pop culture, visit
world-famous sites including Poland Spring
and Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village. The
urban center of Lewiston-Auburn offers fine
dining, entertainment, and the annual Great
Falls Balloon Festival.
Listings on the following pages give you some
great ways to explore the regions beyond and
nearby Greater Portland.
PHOTOS, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: ALAN LAVALLE; NORTHERN OUTDOORS ADVENTURE
RESORT; THOMAS MITCHELL; CFW PHOTOGRAPHY