Visit remote wilderness, and six beautiful lakes where you can partake in fishing, boating, swimming, camping, hike to wonderful mountain views, and a logging museum.
Many people imagine Maine as a rugged coastline peppered with quaint seaside communities, but the state of Maine also has some of the most remote wilderness in the country. The mountainous Rangeley Lakes region on the western edge of the state is composed of six beautiful lakes offering such outdoor activities as fishing, swimming, camping and boating. This drive exposes some of Maine’s most beautiful scenery. Start in the town of Byron and take Rte. Seventeen north. Watch for the Appalachian Trail symbols on your left, and park on the side of the road if you’re fascinated in taking a hike. The well-marked path leads to some amazing mountain views. If you want to see the views without the walk, stop at the Height of Land Overlook for westerly views of hundreds of miles of mountains, lakes, and forests. Read more . . .
Maine’s Acadia National Park may be very familiar to you from the countless postcards that record its rugged, rocky coastline. This dramatic feature, along with the lush forests and quiet sheltered ponds, make it one of the most popular parks in the country. This tour will give you an idea on some of the best Maine has to offer. The national park on Mount Desert Island is a combination of private and public land. The byway starts in Trenton at the Thompson Island Bridge on Route Three.