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    Stover's Cove

    Stover's Cove

    4.0(6 reviews)
    6.3 mi

    How did I not know about this place?? Fabulous. Quiet. feel sorry for the neighbors if too many…read morepeople go there.

    I am not the kind of mermaid who needs to drive her car right onto the beach. I'm not into…read moretailgating. I'm not into opening the back of my vehicle to blast music and create a Daytona-esque feel. That's just me. If any of those things are appealing, then come to Stover's Cove especially on the weekend. I'm not sure this place is much of a secret. When we came it was FILLED with giant trucks (many from Massachusetts) that had emptied out contents like canopy tents, beach furniture of all kinds, eight foot tables for buffets and beer pong, corn hole, SUP, kayaks, you name it. We found what we thought was a quiet area all the way at the end of the gravelly hook-shaped land (nothing here is sandy, so don't expect a traditional beach) but were almost immediately surrounded - people a few feet to our left, right, and behind. This is a cove, so remember there are no open ocean views or waves of any kind (unless they're coming from jetskiers) which is great for the ecosystems of the salt marshes. It's very still, very warm ocean water with views of homes, trees, Harpswell Sound, and the cribstone bridge. The ocean floor is more mushy then rocky or compact. Obviously this is all nitpicky and totally preferential, but Maine is filled with so many glorious swimming and sunbathing spots, that it's really all about finding what makes you happy. Is this a free place to swim? Yes. Is parking abundant (and also free)? Yes. Is it great for kiddos who maybe are a bit nervous about swimming or the ocean? Yes. Is it suitable if you have mobility issues? Yes. Also, they permit fireworks on July 3rd, 4th, 5th and December 31st and January 1st. Definitely check it out, but be careful of driving in. Your undercarriage thanks you.

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    Stover's Cove - No sand castles here

    No sand castles here

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    Stover's Cove

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    Higgins Public Beach - Surfers surfing waves at Higgins Beach at sunset

    Higgins Public Beach

    4.5(21 reviews)
    19.4 mi

    This inn has a back to the past feel that is perfect for those quiet travelers who can appreciate…read morethe solitude and peace of nature. It is a block away from the Atlantic Ocean and beach. It is operational seasonally and closes the end of October. After reading recent reviews, the facts in them are true! This is not a HOTEL, there are no elevators, minibars, pools, daily maid service and plenty of stairs to climb. The place is a couple of hundred years old but pretty well maintained and my room was very clean. I booked a larger room on the first floor that was pretty quiet and very clean. The furniture was basic, had a minifridge and large bathroom. Coffee and muffins were put out for all at 7 AM and coffee and cookies at 2 PM. There is a restaurant on premises that serves breakfast starting at 8 AM and dinner from 4 to 9 PM. The bar is open during dinner hours only. So, this is a basic B&B in an out of the way beach town. DO NOT come here if you need modern furniture/wall art, minibars, pools, in room coffee or need pampering. Do not bring kids. Stay at one of the chain motels along the highway. You'll be happier!

    It was clean & beautiful. The downside that it was hard to find parking. The paid parking lot was…read morefull and the beach side only allows 1hr parking every 3hrs so we were forced to move and look for parking practically right after we got settled in. But once we found a spot in the all day parking lot it was great!!

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    Higgins Public Beach - Water isnt very cold, just cool

    Water isnt very cold, just cool

    Higgins Public Beach - Gets pretty crowded on the warm days

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    Gets pretty crowded on the warm days

    Pott's Point Preserve - Distance, elevation, and time. Best mile of your life.

    Pott's Point Preserve

    5.0(4 reviews)
    6.6 mi

    Maine is full of secret nooks and crannies. Glorious, magnificent, breathtaking places untouched by…read moreman or time. It's getting increasingly difficult to find these places, but they exist and Pott's Point Preserve is proof of that. Driving to and around Harpswell in and of itself is stunning. But coming specifically here is otherworldly as far as nature scenes go. Park to the side of the road (carefully and at your discretion) at a seemingly dead-end near a bunch of lobster traps and a wharf. Walk up the private Pott's Point Road and walk for nearly a half mile through a picturesque, straight-out-of-a-movie-set seaside neighborhood. It may seem awkward to walk through (metaphorically) people's backyards, but eventually you'll reach "the end" of the road where there's a tiny, sandy path through thick greenery. Through it? The literal end of the land. A beautiful acre of rocks and rosa rugosa bushes and gravel beaches and tide pools full of marine life. You can loop around and explore (especially at low tide; you'll have to carefully navigate the rugged coastal landscape otherwise), and see a plethora of islands in the distance. It's unspoiled Maine beauty at it's finest.

    "The way life should be" - Maine's famous saying and logo - this place depicts just that. We went…read moreexploring and found this wonderful place. You're lost in time filled with algae, rocks, shells and grassland. We love this beautiful and breathtaking place. Perfect for puppies, children and couples. There is nothing quite like it and it's a short hike to the most gorgeous point. This place is perfect for this time of year- autumn with the leaves changing. Please come visit and find yourself at peace.

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    Pott's Point Preserve
    Pott's Point Preserve

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    Winslow Park

    Winslow Park

    3.1(16 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    I've never come to Winslow to camp but I've been here a few times to walk. It's a pretty area of…read moreFreeport that has a playground and lots of little paths and places to explore. People love dogs. I know that, I understand that, but I am not one of those people. The amount of people who take their dogs off the leash and let them run wild is just crazy. Every few feet when I'm just trying to enjoy a leisurely walk, a dog comes running up out of nowhere and I've even had a few try to jump on me. The owners never apologize and just laugh it off. Not only am I allergic to dogs, but they make me very uncomfortable. I wish people would respect that just because "he's a good boy, don't worry" doesn't mean that everyone sees it that way! I'm sure people will say that it's my own fault for going back, I just feel that people should keep their dog on a leash if they can't control them.

    Great location, strong amenities for outings, including outbuilding structures likethe pavilion…read morethat our church outing group used, The playground for the kids was robust. After eating, we wandered down to the beach with our chairs and the tide was out. A few people wandered past us towards the water before we had the opportunity and it was mud and muck all the way out. If the tide was in up to the edge of the sand. It might be different, but I'm not sure how much because sand is sand at the end of the day. I had been here once before dropping my son off 10+ years ago for Cub Scout camp and thought Jesus this is a nice place to return to but coming back as a patron it would not be a place I would revisit because the water access was blocked by 100 yards of mud flats with the tide out. Yes there was water or rinsing stations to clean yourself up, but I would have to pass. Not worth going in.

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    Winslow Park - The views here are beautiful in any season!

    The views here are beautiful in any season!

    Winslow Park - Waterfront site.

    Waterfront site.

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    Thomas Point Beach & Campground - 2016- and now.

    Thomas Point Beach & Campground

    3.6(20 reviews)
    11.7 mi

    Great place!!! I did see someone posted a review from 2 months ago saying playground not…read morefunctional, it was when we were there and kids were using it. They also said pool not functional, well pool and hot tub functional and very nice. Yes it is being remodeled but we rarely heard construction equipment noise for more than a couple of minutes and it was usually a construction vehicle beeping when backing up. We had an issue with our RV and kept extending our stay waiting for a part and repair for our fridge, extending our stay was so easy. The staff was very nice. We also rented kayaks from this RV park and they were very nice kayaks. The staff at this RV park is very nice. The only minor issues we had and I know they are working on it, the RV spots are very sandy, but they are paving and growing grass. Some spots have nice lush grass not sand and while we were there, the blocked off about 4 spots because they were growing grass. Laundry was not ready to use yet, but I am sure it will be soon. If we are back in Brunswick and we probably will be back, we would stay here....also by next year would love to see all the improvements. When we are back next year, hope the same staff is there, they were all so nice and accommodating!

    Drove up to check the campground that we had stayed at for many years to see what the new owners…read moredid to change it. Glad we did before we booked Unreal what they did to a beautiful WOODED campground . Camping in a dirt parking lot will never happen . So sad - former owners put their life into creating an awesome experience that we were lucky enough to enjoy and look back on.

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    Thomas Point Beach & Campground - This place is amazing! The best option for a beach outing. Stay away from the state beaches and come here.

    This place is amazing! The best option for a beach outing. Stay away from the state beaches and come here.

    Thomas Point Beach & Campground

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