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    Androscoggin Swinging Bridge - Snow covered

    Androscoggin Swinging Bridge

    4.9(22 reviews)
    27.6 km

    We love swinging bridges so we made sure to make a stop at this one. It happened to be raining when…read morewe were on our way through this area but we didn't let that stop us. If anything, the fact that it was dusk and the rain was so gentle, kind of made the whole experience feel more visceral and intimate. The bridge itself is really beautiful with great views of the river on both sides. There's definitely enough movement so that you don't forget you're on a swinging bridge, but it didn't feel unsafe and even our little dog was fine walking back and forth across it. My husband and I hung out in the middle for a while, enjoying the views, cuddled in the cool wet air. It was actually pretty romantic. We probably spent about 15 or 20 minutes here and in that time multiple people crossed the bridge and at least five or six stopped to take photos in front of it, including a group of 4 that asked us to take their photo for them (pictured below) so this is a busy area even in the rain. But once you're here, you know why because it's a pretty cool experience. I definitely recommend a quick stop here if you can make the time.

    Super cool suspended rope bridge. I went a a drizzly day and it was awesome. The parking lot is…read morereally small and has about 5 spots for cars. I walked across the the river and back. There are great views of the river. I jumped up and down at a couple of spots and could definitely feel the bridge swing. Definitely would visit again.

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    Androscoggin Swinging Bridge - The bridge itself is cool.

    The bridge itself is cool.

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    Monhegan Island

    Monhegan Island

    4.4(14 reviews)
    29.1 km

    This is a must do experience if you're visiting. We did not spend the night but according to…read morereviews spending the night isn't a good idea. The views on the hike is awesome. A very nice lady at the store at the novelty gave us some tips and when you start at the top of the hill and go right You always want to keep the ocean on your left and that will circle you down to the shipwreck and then up towards the brewery to end. Group of five ages 50 and 19. We had a fantastic trip to the island. Eat at the novelty. Great food. The ferry trip there and back was awesome and we were able to see gray seals and harbor seals.

    Monhegan is a great June-September destination for people who like to walk and don't mind steep…read morehills and narrow trails. The views are amazing and it's a very special place. Just 64 people live here year round and it's home to the most well managed lobster conservation areas in the state. Spending the night is a good idea if you have the time and inclination. The day trip is a great introduction though. The island has a chronic water shortage so bring a full water bottle for each person in your group-- it's worth it. As for amenities, it's good to be flexible. On a recent trip, the Barnacle (closest to the dock) was very understocked-- empty shelves and empty refrigerators. The pre-made sandwiches were delicious-- they offered to hot press them and that was a good idea. Despite the signs and the website, beer, wine, and other drinks were not available. Monhegan House is a great place to stay as is the Trailing Yew. The Novelty behind Monhegan House has a good food (pizza especially), reasonably priced wine (especially since they have to get it there and get the empties back off), and is next to the only public bathrooms, which are privately operated and accept donations. No sinks with running water though and otherwise it's port a potties at the wharf. For the day trip, we like to do the walk up to the lighthouse and explore the exhibits, then to do the Lobster Cove Trail (very uneven trail), head back through the Black Duck Emporium and the Lupine Gallery, and have a meal at the Brewery, the Novelty, or the Fish House, depending on our group's preferences. We usually go out of Boothbay Harbor on Balmy Day Cruises.

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    Doubling Point Lighthouse

    Doubling Point Lighthouse

    3.3(8 reviews)
    14.2 km

    Just at the very tail end of the day, we raced to see our final lighthouse of this Saturday tour…read more Arriving just at sunset, it is located at the end of about a mile or so of dirt road that could use some love from the local town transportation department. Yes, it's private property. And if they want to keep people off it, they can do what the folks at the Hendrick's Head Light did - post signs and enforce them. Located on the Kennebec River, the lighthouse was established in 1898 and remains an active aid to navigation today. It points out a sharp turn in the river for those going to or from the Bath Iron Works. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. The light station includes a tower, keeper's house, shed, and oil house. The tower is an octagonal wood frame structure, finished in wooden shingles, with an iron walkway around the lantern chamber. It is accessed via a three-span footbridge. Around the base of the lighthouse, there are some spots where you can walk out to get different angles. Some interesting driftwood on the ground if that's something that interests you. [Review 14897 overall, 399 of 2021, number 79 in Maine.]

    We visited this historic lighthouse on our recent vacation, but as others have previously mentioned…read moreI would not return because it feels like you are, and in fact you are, in someone's backyard. I have no idea how or why such an arrangement arose, but it is is odd to say the least. Also, the access road is not not well maintained so be aware. The lighthouse itself is very interesting and it affords a nice view of the Kennebec river.

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    Doubling Point Lighthouse - Doubling Point Lighthouse, Bath ME

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