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    Wiggly Bridge

    Wiggly Bridge

    4.2(28 reviews)
    33.0 mi

    The Wiggly Bridge is a narrow pedestrian suspension bridge that stands in York, Maine. Located just…read moreoff of Maine State Route 103 (Lilac Lane), the 75-foot-long bridge crosses the tidal flow from Barrel Mill Pond to the York River. Built in the 1930s, it is believed to be the smallest suspension bridge in the United States. The bridge provides access to the Steedman Woods Nature Preserve and is a popular feature of the Fisherman's Walk trail. Originally known as the "Barrel Bridge", local lore claims that it earned its current name from a perceptive group of Girl Scouts who noted the bridge's "wiggly" nature. When walked upon, the deck bounces and flexes, banging back and forth in the anchorages. Many native southern Mainers can share their own childhood memories of leaping over the edge into the water and being pushed underneath with the current, one way or the other depending on the tide. This practice, as well as clam digging and any other possibly damaging activity, is now discouraged due to the erosion of mudflats. The Wiggly Bridge stands out as an iconic landmark and a must-visit destination for anyone looking to immerse themselves in York, Maine's unique charm and natural splendor. Steedman Woods is also a great place to visit. A nice stroll on the trails in this lush and tranquil forest offer scenic viewpoints and picturesque spots that showcase the breathtaking beauty of the Maine coast. Parking near the Wiggly Bridge is limited, so you may need to park on the side of Route 103 or in a nearby harbor lot, keeping in mind some spots may require a permit or have time restrictions. It is also possible to walk to the bridge from nearby York Village.

    Cute little bridge that you can definitely jump on! Having been to other suspension bridges, I can…read moresay this one is just as wiggly as Lynn Canyon in Canada. It's small obviously, not the views in the area are commanding. My only complaint is that parking is really tricky. We had to park at a store and walk a bit (not awful but not ideal). Anyway, would hike this trail again! It was relatively flat, shaded, and not crowded.

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    Jetty Walk - LOVE coming here...

    Jetty Walk

    5.0(4 reviews)
    46.8 mi

    This was amazing. I'm so glad we decided to go down the coast and take this walk. We decided to go…read moreat sunrise. Although there was overcast, it was still a beautiful walk. I imagined the people who walked this jetty every single day and I was jealous. We didn't tour the lighthouse but we've seen plenty of lighthouses. We've never seen one out a mile though. Don't miss this gem! Be sure to use the bathroom before coming here as we did not see any portapods. Also, wear shoes with hood support. We saw a few wearing flip flops; so t know how they did it. I wouldn't take the risk of tripping.

    The ending to a perfect day in Maine? Watching the sunset from a jetty of course!…read more After spending the day exploring coastal areas in southern Maine, we decided to walk the jetty near Wells Harbor/York Beach. We didn't know what to expect when we discovered this spot - so when you come know that there are two jetty's. One you can access from the elongated, sandy parking area on Foster Ln (which was free to use and deserted when we came in early November); and, one you can access from a bigger, concrete parking area at the end of Atlantic Ave (beyond Sage Fishing Charters - it's pay to park here, but I don't know if that's just during the height of the summer season). These jetty's are long (I read somewhere that they're over a mile) stone breakwaters that stretch out relatively far from land into the Atlantic. It's beautiful to walk down and back as you get stunning views of Wells Harbor, the beach on either side, and great for bird watching too (we were captivated by some sanderlings!). It's important to be mindful when walking on jetty's though - these big boulders have crevices between them, so "mind the gap"; if the ocean is rough, you might also get soaked from waves crashing against them! Absolutely worth seeing, especially in the shoulder season when it's got that much more serene, humble feeling to it!

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    Jetty Walk - Buoy adventure! 65° at 4:00 pm ... yay!

    Buoy adventure! 65° at 4:00 pm ... yay!

    Jetty Walk - Gorgeous first day of Fall (even tho Google says it's tomorrow!)

    Gorgeous first day of Fall (even tho Google says it's tomorrow!)

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    Pioneer Village - Entrance

    Pioneer Village

    3.5(23 reviews)
    12.0 mi

    Tiny, cute village staged for the display of pioneer life. There are about 5-6 buildings, most you…read morecan enter and read about life in the era. We didn't know what to expect so when we arrived at 3:30, knowing they were closing at 4, we assumed we'd be passing through quickly. Very true...but only because it's so very small! We were only in for probably 15 minutes and covered it all. Open weekends only. Entry is $5 pp and parking is 50 cents an hour. Interesting, but I wouldn't go out of the way for such a brief experience.

    Welcome to the Salem Night Faire presented by the Black Veil! Situated on the grounds where "Hocus…read morePocus" was filmed, you're definitely stepping into a sense of nostalgia with this eerie Halloween presentation Step beyond the veil and into darkness, and experience the dark and Gothic oddities this Faire has to offer. Featuring local vendors and artists, you can find oddities, clothing, self-care items, including spooky bath bombs and soaps There are different actors throughout the grounds that you can interact with for a small tip ($1) and get different souvenir gifts. There are tarot card readings, fortune tellers and different photo opportunities! 7th year in a row but our second time enjoying this dark and gothic October There are beer Gardens and food trucks October 17th ,18th, 24th and 25th 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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    Pioneer Village - Old houses during the night faire

    Old houses during the night faire

    Pioneer Village - Old houses during the night faire

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    Old houses during the night faire

    Ipswich Essex Explorer - localflavor - Updated September 2026

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