North American Driving Holidays: Maine Coasts Lakes & Mountains

Duration: 13 nights
Distance (approx): 620 miles
When to visit: Apr - Oct
Price: Call for info

Maine Coasts Lakes & Mountains

From Boston with its mix of Colonial & American history and modern development, follow the coast to the charming town of Kennebunkport. Then through Portland, Maines largest city and along route 1 crossing numerous inlets with picturesque seaside villages. Camden on the Penobscot Bay is the quintessential coastal Maine village which demands to be explored on foot. Further along is Blue Hill a quiet community between the mountain and bay of the same name. From here you can discover Acadia National Park and Bar Harbour. Heading north inland the route takes you to the Belgrade Lakes Area, the inspiration for the film “On Golden Pond”. With seven major lakes there are great opportunities for kayaking and hiking. Returning west the route runs through Maine’s Western Lakes and Mountains area into New Hampshire and the town of Meredith on Lake Winnipesaukee. From here return for time in Boston.

Additional accomodation

Maine Stay Inn

Kennebunkport, Maine

Itinerary

Boston,1nt The Lenox

85 miles to Kennebunkport,
2 Nts Maine Stay Inn

110 miles to Camden,
2 Nts Blue Harbor House

55 miles to Blue Hill,
2 Nts Blue Hill Inn B&B

105 miles to Belgrade Lakes,
2 Nts Wings Hill Inn B&B

155 miles to Meredith,
2 Nts Inn at Mills Fall

110 miles to Boston,
2 Nts The Lenox

Highlights

Acadia National Park

Located on the rugged coast with granite domed mountains woodlands, lakes and ocean shoreline. Such diverse habitats create striking scenery and make the park a haven for wildlife and plants.

Kennebunkport

The historic downtown, around Dock Square has an architectural eclectic wharf-like feel.

Portland

Portland’s Old Port, constructed in the 1800s, has been converted into a first-class shopping and dining district.

Maine Western Lakes and Mountains

Azure lakes, forests of spruce fir and lichens and hills and mountains that take on a
sapphire hue.

Camden/Rockport

Two picturesque ports best enjoyed on foot. At the foot of the Camden Hills these are quintessential coastal Maine villages. Connecticut Valley.

White Mountains

Windswept peaks and forests dotted with glacial boulders and clear, rushing streams draw in lovers of the outdoors.

Monhegan Island

An undeveloped tranquil island with great walks winding through stands of red spruce and gardens of wildflowers. A picturesque 50 minute boat journey from Port
Clyde passing Marshall Point Lighthouse.

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