Spring, Summer, Fall: Moxie Falls is Maine’s highest waterfall and a great place to spend a day with the family. The falls are over 90 feet tall and fill the air in this little canyon with mist on a breezy day. A short hike down a well maintained trail through balsam scented forest leads to multiple vantage points of the falls. From here there are side trails leading to smaller falls and plunge pools well suited for a refreshing swim on a hot summer day. It’s a great place to cool off, have a picnic or just enjoy the sights and sounds of the Maine Woods. Located just off the Lake Moxie road outside the town of The Forks there is plenty of room to park and explore this beautiful spot at your own pace.
Tag: Summer
Fort Halifax: The Oldest Blockhouse In The United States
Spring, Summer: Colonial history buffs and curious visitors alike can enjoy exploring the site of the oldest blockhouse in the United States. Situated at the confluence of the Kennebec and Sebasticook Rivers in Winslow, Maine. Fort Halifax was strategically built here to protect English colonial settlements along the Kennebec and was occupied between 1754 and 1756. The view of the of the river valley alone is more than enough reason to take a step back into history. A reconstruted replica can be viewed every year between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Augusta Marketplace: A Bargain Hunters Paradise
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall: On Civic Center Drive in Augusta Maine sits the largest shopping center in the state. At 1.3 million square feet, the stores and restaurants offer an excellent variety for the whole family to enjoy. Whether you are looking for a bite to eat, formal wear for that dinner party or cramp-ons and an ice pick to climb the chimney route on Mt. Katahdin, the Augusta Marketplace can cater to your every need. There is more than enough here to keep you occupied for an entire day. Centrally located 60 miles north of Portland and 60 miles south of Bangor you won’t want to miss out on this retail playground.
Fort Western: A Pilgrims Paradise
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall:Fort Western is a striking presence. It is situated on the east bank of the historic Kennebec River in Augusta, Maine. Built in 1754 it is America’s oldest surviving wooden fort. Fort Western was used as a storehouse to support Fort Halifax, to the north. The great fort was garrisoned from 1754 to 1767. Benedict Arnold used Fort Western for his assault on Quebec during the American Revolution. Walk in visits are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. There are also special events held throughout the entire year. Next time you are heading to Augusta be sure to stop at Historic Fort Western.
Scenic Drive: Rte 201, A Scenic Highway To Canada
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall: From Madison, Maine, Route 201 winds its way north along beautiful lakes and rivers. Also known as the Old Canada Road this highway is part of the National Scenic Byways Program. The Route snakes its way to the Quebec border passing through quaint, quiet villages and along the upper Kennebec River, Wyman Lake, and the Dead River. There are many four season outfitters along the way offering accomadations, restaurants, whitewater rafting, fishing and hunting trips as well as snowmobile and snowshoe rentals. Driving this road is particularly stunning in September and October when the trees are ablaze in Autumn colors. The rest stop just south of Jackman provides a stellar overlook with views of Holeb and Attean Ponds the Moose River and distant peaks. Jackman is popular spot for snowmobiling and is the last “town” before you reach the border so be sure to check your gas gage before passing it by. Besides the views and recreational opportunities this area has a lot of history from river run log drives to Benedict Arnold’s footsteps.