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Experience the charms of New England

 

Gaze at early architecture: Wiscasset is known for its early architecture and historic sites. Most buildings date back to the early 19th century, including Lincoln County Courthouse, the 1812 jail, and Wiscasset Public Library. 

 

Hiking: Numerous hikes ranging in difficulty offer an outdoor experience for nature-lovers of all skill level. The maps are provided by the 

 

Fishing: Wiscasset has a strong history of fishing and lobster trapping. For a flat rate, local fisherman will offer their boats for a day of fishing.

 

Kayaking: Being close to the water also offers opportunities to kayak and enjoy the Sheepscot River from a different perspective

 

Whale Watching: Daily whale watching trips are offered at Booth Bay, a 20 minute drive from Wiscasset. 

 

Possible day trips also include

Booth Bay - A popular town with live music and whale watching

Pemaquid Point Lighthouse - Historic landmark featured on the Maine State Quarter

Pemaquid Beach - A perfect family friendly place to enjoy a New England beach

Acadia National Park - One of the most breathtaking US national parks

 

 

Location

Around the corner is Main Street Wiscasset, and several antique stores and seafood restaurants like world-famous Red's Eats, voted the best lobster in Maine by Travel and Leisure and named as one of the "500 Things to Eat Before you Die" by USA Today. 
 Or you can stroll less than two minutes down to the picturesque marina, the boat dock (which is also a put-in for kayaks), and the Maine Eastern line train station. Wiscasset is the antiquing capital of Maine, and visitors will find an auction house a short drive over the Route 1 bridge. The 'prettiest village in Maine' has a recreation center with a swimming pool, and locations to purchase seafood fresh from the dock. The house is a 25-minute drive to Pemaquid Beach, and the famous Pemaquid Fisherman's Coop. Drive 20 minutes for the resort atmosphere, whale-watching and fishing trips available in Boothbay Harbor.

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