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The largest city in Maine is a gateway for island hopping in summer, skiing in winter and a thriving cultural center year-round.

See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Drive or hike to the top of Mount Desert Island’s tallest mountain at daybreak and you will be the first person to view sunrise in the United States.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Maine’s rugged coastline and New England culture come together in this easternmost U.S. national park on a mountainous island.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

New England’s iconic lighthouses are much revered and photographed. Visit this park to see one that symbolizes the Down East image.

Join sailboats, lobster boats, yachts and even the harbor’s namesake animals in this picturesque destination on Maine’s Mount Desert Island.

The state’s rugged coastline provides thrilling views. Watch lobstermen pull in their fresh catch and eat the freshest possible seafood.

Enjoy the refreshing breezes along New England’s Atlantic Coast with a relaxing day at this beach that typifies Down East. 

The state’s rugged coastline provides thrilling views. Watch lobstermen pull in their fresh catch and eat the freshest possible seafood.