Maine has some of the most iconic sights in the world. Places with beautiful views and landmarks that capture the essence of the state.

Historical Landmarks

You know it’s Maine when you see the Portland Head Light or Acadia National Park. L.L. Bean is famous and a historical landmark too.

Locations and Experiences

Mainers reflect on the memories and the experiences when visiting locations like Old Orchard Beach and Casco Bay Islands. There's nothing like boat rides and sunny days on the ocean.

Maine Sights Bring Back Memories

Here are iconic Maine sights that bring back childhood memories.

Portland Headlight

Portland Headlight is legendary as one of the most recognizable sights in Maine. It was built in 1791 and has warned sailors for centuries. The famous lighthouse is the most photographed in the state.

Portland Head Light - Stephen Crane on Unsplash
Portland Head Light - Stephen Crane on Unsplash
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Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park truly represents Maine. There are thousands of sights to see on the expansive waterfront and trails on Cadillac Mountain. The trip to Mount Desert Island is also gorgeous.

Beautiful fall colors of Acadia National Park in Maine USA
Acadia National Park - 11photo/Thinkstock
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Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach is the destination in Cape Elizabeth. People from all around the world congregate along the sandy beaches and make great memories. The Pier is iconic and the Pier Fries are known by everyone.

Old Orchard Beach - Philippe Murray-Pietsch on Unsplash
Old Orchard Beach - Philippe Murray-Pietsch on Unsplash
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L.L. Bean

L.L. Bean brings back a lot of memories. Some old schoolers remember the original store before it was remodeled. It’s a proud Maine heritage and reflects the state’s interest in the outdoors.

L.L. Bean - Google Maps
L.L. Bean - Google Maps
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Casco Bay Islands

Casco Bay Islands are breathtaking. The sights and sounds are coastal Maine at its finest. Looking out over the ocean brings back memories like ferry rides to Peaks Island and Fort Gorges.

Casco Bay - Ruth H Curtis on Unsplash
Casco Bay - Ruth H Curtis on Unsplash
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Baxter State Park

Baxter State Park has Mount Katahdin, Maine’s highest peak. It is the centerpiece to a massive space of woods and fields and everything Maine has to offer. The memories are there to be made.

Mount Katahdin - Christopher R Mazza/Thinkstock
Mount Katahdin - Christopher R Mazza/Thinkstock
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Moosehead Lake

Moosehead Lake sounds like a place in Maine. It’s the state’s biggest lake and it's perfect. There are endless things to do. Relive memories of hiking and swimming and make new ones every visit.

Moosehead Lake - visionsofmaine/Thinkstock
Moosehead Lake - visionsofmaine/Thinkstock
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Maine Motto

Make memories in Maine. It should be a motto. And always, it’s the way life should be.

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