The view is just breathtaking. Such a picture perfect place. We got some amazing pictures. Lots of place around for the kids to play. Paid parking We visited first week of October. Make sure to go around sunset and you get amazing photos when the light hits the water.

I visited the Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth on a beautiful Friday evening, and it truly lived up to its reputation as one of Maine’s most breathtaking landmarks. The panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean with waves crashing against the rugged cliffs was absolutely stunning, a perfect spot for photos, quiet reflection, or simply taking in the coastal beauty. Parking was very reasonable at $6 for 2 hours, and there was plenty of space when I arrived. The park closes sharply at 5 PM, so it’s best to plan your visit earlier in the afternoon if you want enough time to explore and enjoy the scenery. Despite being a popular attraction, it wasn’t crowded during my visit, which made it even more peaceful. The historical significance of this lighthouse adds so much character. Built in 1791, it’s the oldest lighthouse in Maine, and you can feel that sense of heritage as you walk around the surrounding Fort Williams Park. The nearby museum gives a quick but insightful peek into its past, from guiding early ships to serving as a symbol of maritime resilience. Overall, Portland Head Light is a must-visit serene, scenic, and rich with history. I walked away feeling both relaxed and inspired, watching the sunset cast a golden glow across the lighthouse and the sea.

Such a wonderful lighthouse with BEAUTIFUL views. There is a small museum with admission only being a couple dollars per person and it is very worth it. So much history there, it’s fascinating. The trails were maintained and plenty of parking. Several food and coffee trucks scattered throughout the grounds as well.

Beautiful views! Parking is plenty, but the light house area is quite a walk from parking - BUT this little spot in the world is so beautiful!! There are food trucks in several areas in this park - we tried the blueberry pie ice cream and the black raspberry ice cream truck near the light house and it was AMAZING! There is a small fee for parking, but the parking meters are easily accessible. There are porta-potties near the parking area.

I don’t even know where to start — Portland Head Light did not disappoint! The scenery was absolutely amazing. My husband, our toddler, and I wandered around for a few hours just taking in the views and snapping tons of photos. Our little one was thrilled watching all the boats out in the bay. It was so fun to see everyone enjoying the beauty of this place. If you’re in the area, take the time to go check it out, it’s 100% worth it!

This is a lovely light House outside of Portland in Cape Elizabeth. If you have a car you can drive there and pay for parking. There is a public bus that will take you half way but you will have to walk 45 minutes the rest of the way. Your best bet would be Uber or Lyft. Its not much going ($15) but double the price ($41) returning. It takes about 15 minutes. Reception is very bad there also so it'll take a while for a signal. You may want to reserve an Uber back. It's worth it for the views. There is also a cliff walk and Fort Williams. The Lighthouse museum is $2 located in the Lighthouse keeper's house. They also have a short tour conducted by a park ranger at 11:00am. They have three food trucks located in the park. It should take about 4-5 hours.

Beautiful lighthouse! The wind was really strong and chilly here even on a sunny day in the second week of October. You can walk along the coastal trail to see various views of the lighthouse.

This was my first time visiting this park and Portland Head Light! Had a great time walking around and photographing the lighthouse through the smoke and fog on a beautiful 80° morning. Also enjoyed a great Caprese Sandwich and a Maine Blueberry Soda from the Bite Into Maine Food Cart! I was very okay with the $6 parking fee for the minimum 2 hours. Downtown parking was $20 more for the same two hours or $25 for all day parking where available.

Wonderful spot to spend some time, go for a walk, admire the ocean views, and of course visit Portland Head Light. The park is pretty big and I wish we had time to explore more of it, especially the coastal cliff walk and the fort itself. Portland Head Light is a must-see though. Minus one star for forcing everyone out of the park before sunset was over, it was literally one of the most incredible sunsets we've seen and the ranger kicked everyone out before we could really enjoy it and see how the light was hitting the lighthouse. Be careful because the ranger let people linger a little bit but then he really started confronting people.

We came to this park specifically to see the lighthouse, but we parked in a lot near an old mansion and Fort, and walked around. The views were beautiful and it was a nice walk. We then drove up to the parking lot, close to the lighthouse and enjoyed walking around and getting as many different angles of pictures as we could. You do have to pay for parking, but it is not pricey. This is definitely a must visit if you are in the Portland area.

Very well maintained park in Cape Elizabeth, ME with a beautiful rocky coastline and an iconic Maine lighthouse. The views are outstanding. The city park is fairly large, beautifully landscaped and maintained by the town of Cape Elizabeth. Be prepared to walk up and down hills (wear good walking shoes). The park gets very crowded on weekends and parking can be hard to find. There is a fee for parking that you need to pay at a kiosk. The park is dog friendly so bring fido! Be sure to bring water for your pup in the hot weather, and for yourself. Toilets consist of porta potties (ick) but at least they are there!

Gorgeous, breathtaking, stunning, amazing…..no word in the English language can describe the views! Very dog friendly as well. We went off season but even for our reactive dog, there was plenty of space to pull off and keep everyone safe.

We visited on a Saturday afternoon in mid-June 2025. Finding parking was a little rough. There were a number of extra spots on grass and in the Fort William Parade Grounds field with sun and no shade. But if you wanted a decent spot closer to water or on more compact surface it was difficult to find. We did find a great spot up on hill by the public bathroom (porta johns). It was a great spot because there is a pavilion right up top that's great for picnicking. We started by visiting the Portland Head Light. We just walked down straight across the field. There is actually a great photo spot right before the steps as you walk down. We noticed a number of people stopped here to take a photo. Because you're so high up, there are no other people in your shot. The actual light house was nice. There is a small museum underneath it but there was a cost to go in. $2/ adult and $1/child. The sign specifically says NO TOWER TOURS, NO FOOD OR DRINK, NO RESTROOMS. We decided on the time that we had here that it wasn't worth it to pay to go in. There is also a small giftshop in an adjacent building. It was about the size of a large shed or small garage. It was also very crowded in and outside of there near the light house. As you walk further away there is less and less people which was nice. We decided to do the Cliff Walk towards the North Viewpoint because we wanted to also explore the abandoned bunker and Goddard Mansion. There are multiple stops heading north on the cliff walk that you can turn around and get a great photo of the headlight. Only issue we had was that it was mid-day and the sun lighting was harsh on the photos. Best to come earlier in the morning and later in the afternoon/evening. We hoped to also explore the Fort Williams Mine Casement but from up above trying to hike down, there was a ton of erosion and we were not sure if we went down, we could get back up. We knew there was possibly another entrance below but to get there from the rocks would've taken a significant portion of our limited time at the park. So we went as far as we could safely and decided to turn around. There were a couple of small signs that pointed out the structure. If you weren't specifically looking for it, you'd easily miss it. We arrived at the Abandoned Fort William Bunker with maybe 2 other groups there. We did climb up on the right side and explored all the way around. The kids really enjoyed it and you can get some cool pictures on top of the bunker. The kids also did the dark tunnel underneath. They said it was very dark and mostly trash and some graffiti in there. We explored here for maybe 20 mins. Lastly we hiked to the Goddard Mansion. The lighting was perfect through the trees. We entered from the back side coming from the Abandoned Fort Williams Bunker. There are trails back here and it looked so cool with the light. We took a number of photos and most people didn't really care it looked like and hiked on the paved asphalt trail to the other side. The mansion interior is fenced off but it was still really cool. I think we timed it just right for photos here. Also there weren't very many people interested in it. Looks like most wanted to see the bunker and then headed back. Overall this was a great afternoon we spent at Fort Williams Park. There were many other things here that we wanted to explore and hike but we only had about 2 hrs. If we were in Portland again we would totally put this on the top of our list to return. However we came in mid-June. I would be a little scared of the crowds later in the summer like July.

An iconic Maine site and a must see when passing through Portland, ME. Portland Head light situated on the rocky Maine coast is stunning. Additionally, the park features open space, picnic areas and walking trails along the coast. The one downside of the visit was the large crowd and significant traffic. We went on a beautiful Saturday in October and so did many others. We had to slowly cruise the parking lots for 20 minutes before a parking spot opened up. The visit was worth this minor inconvenience, but if possible you should try to visit during less crowded times.

Touristy but cool. Take a sailboat with captain Jack on the Silverlining. He’s super cool and the boat is a classic.

I ordered some bulk live lobsters from the lobster shack, while picking up my order and I parked in the loading zone with my car and a 50 gallon cooler, the municipality gave me a parking ticket for parking in a loading zone, The police department said if it was a commercial transaction that it would be allowed, I own a commercial business but I bought lobsters we could play the word game but I was trying to be honest and they were not very receptive.

A quaint little sea side town. Sure, it’s mostly a tourist trap with all the shops, but I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t super fun and that I couldn’t find cute things. The smell of the ocean is amazing, and all the boats are amazing to watch folks work. Worth the visit. Plus, leads to the gorgeous Marginal Way.

Beautiful spot!

Finally! I didn't have to be stuck in traffic in the summer to visit! I walked the Marginal Way trail from Stearns Rd, which isn't very far. Enjoyable short walk around the Cove and across the bridge. Nice views of the ocean 🌊 and the fishing 🎣 vessels. I'm not certain how much parking 🅿️ is, but, space is limited and there is a parking 🅿️ meter to pay. Public restrooms available. Restaurants and shoppes to check out. I only visited a cafe since my time was limited. Go off season, end 🔚 of April, to avoid the crowds and go early.

I have been going to Perkins cove every year since I was born I just absolutely love it there it’s like a second home it beautiful and so much fun all the little stores are adorable my sister and I love climbing the rocks along the marginal away it’s such a wonderful place and I highly recommend visiting

Nice groups of shops, but parking is a night mare.

This park is dope. They bring really good rising acts that people should know about during their summer concert series. They also do a good production each summer with some mediocre cast but they try. They also hold an acting camp for the kiddos. I’d bring a blanket here & have a picnic or you can just stroll through the flower garden. Beautiful place for real. 10/10 I’m always back.

Family friendly concerts on Saturday nights through the summer. Beautiful gardens well manicured. Wheel chair accessable. Next to Strawberry Bank, a view into Portsmouth history living from the era of the settlers. Did you know Portsmouth was founded before Boston

We visited during our weekend getaway in Portsmouth, NH, and were blown away by how beautiful and peaceful it is. The gardens are perfectly maintained, full of vibrant flowers and lovely walking paths right along the water. It’s such a relaxing spot to stroll, sit on a bench, or just take in the views of the harbor and nearby bridge. It’s also conveniently close to downtown, so it’s easy to grab a coffee or lunch nearby and enjoy it in the park. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or live nearby, it’s the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the charm of Portsmouth. Can’t wait to come back in the summer for one of the concerts or outdoor shows!

I absolutely love this place. I'm a PCA/CCMA and I bring a couple clients here to walk around and take in the beautiful gardens and water fountains. When ever the landscaper's are around we ask the history of the gardens (even though I remember...lol) my client's enjoy hearing it from them and interact with them. The workers love telling us about their hard work and they are very proud of what they have all have accomplished. As they should be. Absolute Beauty!!!

The most beautiful gardens I've ever seen. Someone puts a ton of time into keeping everything growing and grooming the grounds. Stunning!!!!

I adored this park. How I would love this in my own private garden! Plant enthusiasts, dont miss this sweet little center of town.

A don’t mix beautiful park on the water. The flowers are amazing - treat yourself and spend the day with a girlfriend. Great shopping and amazing restaurants!

This is an excellent place to visit for history and culture in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The buildings are well preserved, and it’s really fun to walk around and visit all of the buildings and see the exhibits inside. It’s definitely a must see for the history of the city. The buildings are very old from the 1700s and 1800s, and some of the buildings feature period actors. There are employees at many buildings to answer your questions, and everyone was very friendly.

This place is really something special. I had an idea of what to expect from their website, but man it is so much more if you take the time to really absorb it all and learn about everything there. Such a wild and rich history in this area.

Great time! You can spend a couple of hours but we spent all day here! So many diverse aspects of historical events, people, the trials and tribulations of settlers and indigenous natives of this area, and more. Well worth the admission! And if you’re a Baby Boomer, don’t miss the 1940’s corner grocery store and its proprietor, nor the WW2 multiple displays and recordings of the sacrifices made, and the impact on Americans during that time; as well as the victory garden.

Amazing neighborhood preserved as it was from its first inception. Only one structure has been moved. Most buildings were homes and had multiple owners and modifications through the years. Beginning in early 1600 through the late 1950's families lived here together. Theuseum has done a fantastic job of preservation through time.

I visited the Strawberry Banke Museum with my sister and brother-in-law the other day and we were all completely amazed and thrilled with the quality of the historic buildings in the historic neighborhood. I visit a lot of historic sites and I have to say this is one of my favorites and I became a member so that we can go whenever we would like. It was truly like taking a step back into history and the knowledge that one can gain there is limitless. I am so thankful that people had the foresight to preserve this beautiful neighborhood for those of us to enjoy many years later! I had been planning on visiting the museum for years and I am so thankful I finally made it happen. I can’t encourage people enough to go visit if it has been in one’s plans. I can guarantee that you won’t leave disappointed and your life will be enriched from the experience. I can’t wait to go back again! It truly is a wonderful piece of history and a true gift to society!

If you are anywhere near Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Strawberry Banke Museum is a must see! Staff excellent, gardens beautiful, and exhibits very interesting and some interactive!

Arrived at about 2:30, an hour and a half before they close. We were told immediately that we would have time to go through all the houses but that they would be closing up in a little over an hour. No problem. We were sent to a room with some other folks to wait for an orientation about the site and to get a map. Waited around for 10 min with no communication from staff and decided to just a grab a map and get started without the orientation because we had already been told we would need to hurry to see everything and felt that we were wasting time. Maybe that's when they would have mentioned that multiple houses were closed and you could not even walk through them? Feel like that's something u could mention when folks are buying tickets. The ones that were open were nice, and the gardens too, hence the 3 stars. Again, very little interaction with staff except when we were stopped by a worker inside one of the buildings and she demanded to see the tags proving we had paid to enter and would stop talking about the house whenever anyone entered so she could ask to see their tags if she couldn't spot them at a glance. VERY ODD. Maybe give out wristbands instead of tags if you want them on everyone's wrist? I would say the ticket price is steep for the amount of attention given to guest experience. Would not pay again or recommend to anyone.

The first show I saw here was 'Singing in the Rain' oh my gosh - such a grand show!! Then I attended the Davinci Code, which was also great, in a different way. The Playhouse is clean, staff is friendly, parking is a dream - so efficient. Cannot wait to go again! Maine, here I come! Just saw their new show 5/29/25. Amazing!!! Hoping to go back to see Titanic later this season. Next year, I think I will get season tickets, worth it for sure.

My wife watched her grandparents go to this theatre 70+ years ago. She said she'd go one day. I'm pleased to report she finally made it. They've obviously kept up and improved technology. The seating is very spacious. Sound is excellent. Technology for the stage is up to date. The show was excellent too

The Ogunquit Playhouse is a gem! At 93 years old, it’s full of history and charm, and our aisle seats (rows N & O, left side) had a perfect view. Elvis Meets the Beatles was high-energy, fun, and superbly performed, with colorful sets and a great storyline. A fabulous night in a legendary theater! Elvis was spot on. Little Richard was fantastic The Journalist Chris was convincing and the Beatles were entertaining.

Excellent production- grateful to watch a beautiful show excellent pricing and seating! Staff was super helpful and friendly which was so much appreciated. As Arnold Schwarzenegger would say "I'll be back!" ~Sillygirl

From the first moment we entered the carlot, to the final trip to the head after the show, we felt cared for and cared about. The show "Come from Away" was excellent! Set, costumes, casting, lighting, sound design and (particularly) the "subtitles" were all so good as to allow me to immerse myself in the plot of the show while I fondly remembered being Screeched-in in 2017! Welcome to the Rock!

Great place. We saw "When Elvis Met The Beatles ". Great show. Had a really enjoyable time.

High Society play was amazing. I thought we were on Broadway in New York City. This id6a must see play. The actors are great. This is by far the best play we have seen in Ogunquit.

The Cliff walk is closed indefinitely. Even to locals who live there because the storm in January made several places impassable. A woman died falling there two years ago. It’s a sad loss for all. The black point road is also closed at the inn because the road is literally falling into the sea after the storm. That should be repaired by next year. The town is working on it.

We paid to park at the beach, walked the beach to get there, and then were blocked from walking it by an older gentleman. There was an unofficial sign that was laminated that said "path closed today". The man had on a yellow flagging vest on and a clipboard, he told us that it was closed due to erosion. But when we went back to the beach and told the person taking money at the beach, they said they hadn't heard about the erosion, and weren't notified of anything from the police. And from talking to someone else, supposedly the gated community that lives near the cliff walk, doesn't want hikers near their houses. So, we think we were scammed into thinking there were dangerous conditions and this man was just paid to stand there looking official to keep tourists away. There was no official state or police sign, and this person stood in our way and basically threatened us from walking on the path. We tried to walk it on a Saturday.

This on the cliff walk website: “No bikes or wheeled vehicles are allowed on the Cliff Walk. No unattended bikes are to be left by the entrance area.” So you must walk to this spot from the public beaches or somehow carry your bike with you along the rocky trail.

There is no public parking, so there is no way to access this trail unless you live in the area, or park at the beach ($9 a person for out of state residents) a mile or two down the road and then hike to the trail.

Beautiful, but you do need to bike to it. No parking!

Parking is over a mile away at the state park and costs $20

This walk is CLOSED. If it does re-open there is NO PARKING.

This beach was so beautiful. The whitecaps were perfectly patterned against the backdrop of the coastline and were so refreshing to play around in. This beach was one of the cleanest I've ever seen, and the water was pristine. It was busy but not overwhelming.

The beach is nice. The parking is 15$. There’s a beach side and a kind of pond that’s a bit warmer with no waves, also big rocks on the right of the beach, and nice waves, but the water is cold. Overall nice variety and view, with bathrooms and lifeguards.

Wonderful time with my family. I love the cold, clear Atlantic. We missed Maine almost right away. One of the most beautiful stares I've ever seen.

We visited Ogunquit Beach on a Sunday in October and couldn’t have been more happily surprised! The tide was low, which made it absolutely perfect for our two little girls to run and play. They loved chasing seagulls across the wide stretch of wet sand and splashing around in the shallow pools formed by the tide. It was so beautiful and peaceful, with plenty of space to spread out. Flying a kite was a highlight, and watching the girls run free in such a safe, open area was wonderful. It turned into such a fun family day—Ogunquit Beach is definitely a gem, even in the off-season!

The BEST beach. Amazing beach, cold crisp clear water .. amazing river side for exploring- and loads of beach area for playing in the sand or small tide pools. If you her hungry there is plenty of food near by or a short walk up town. Favorite beach by far especially if you have kids who love to swim and explore.

Such a beautiful beach. Great for walking. Dog friendly September 9th-March 31st!

What a spot! We visited in winter so there was plenty of parking in the lot and no one at the gate collecting money. We were hoping to find sea glass but definitely not a sea glass spot. It is an absolutely beautiful beach with tons of space and we really enjoyed watching the waves. We saw several dogs on the beach too.

The USS Albacore is a retired US Navy submarine that is open for all to see. The Albacore was built in the 1950’s in Portsmouth, NH. At the time of its launch in 1953 it had a revolutionary design. The design, operations, and life of the crew are all explained very well on the self-guided tour of the submarine. The submarine could hold a crew of about 54. On the self-guided tour of the submarine you can see the spaces where the crew operated, ate, and slept on the submarine. As you go through the submarine there are red buttons located throughout the cabin. After hitting the button a voice will come on explaining the significance of the part of the sub you’re looking at. It’s really unique that the person talking at each station served on the submarine. Perhaps, the most interesting part of the sub tour is seeing the living quarters for the crew. As you would imagine it’s incredibly small and narrow. You will also have to duck your head down at certain points as you walk through the submarine. You will also get to see the controls of the submarine. The sonar system is interesting and again was revolutionary when first used. On top of that the diesel engine and electric batteries for operation are all visible. When you’re done on the submarine there is a small museum inside the visitor center. It has interesting naval artifacts. This is an excellent site to see in the Portsmouth area. The submarine is a well preserved piece of history. Outside the visitor center are some nice monuments dedicated to those who served. Tours are easy to do and there is a lot to learn at this site.

What a cool place and a very unique experience. Touring a submarine was awesome, and educational. I wouldn't pass this opportunity up if you are in the area.

Great time and learning how life was for our Sailors. One piece of advice per park rules children under 2 may not enter the Submarine. The park guides were pleasant on explaining to us as we have a child under 2 and was very understanding to the dangers of the Sub . Great photo ops and the museum.

A must visit if you’re in town. When can you ever enter a submarine?! It’s a self-guided tour with audio recording in different sections. Pretty cool experience, I’ll leave it at that!

It is vey nice to know how it looks like and how people can live inside it. It is a very narrow way and all doors are very small, but people can still squeeze in!

Very enjoyable visit. Great gift shop. Bring the kids. Be prepared to duck and squeeze.

Little museum with access to the U.S. Navy's testing submarine the Albacore. You can see it in its 4th configuration and see the type of experiments it performed to improve the U.S. sharing force! Definitely reccomend a visit!

A bit challenging finding parking as this area is shared with the Southern Maine Community College. Many of the lots nearby are designated for “student” or “faculty” parking. There is a small lot near the Lighthouse Circle but there are only a few spots there. We were able to park on Benjamin Pickett Street which is a short 5-10 minute walk to the lighthouse area. There is a bit of a walk out onto the lighthouse area…lots of large but stable rocks but be mindful of your foot placement as there are some larger gaps in the rocks throughout. Once you are there though, there are some lovely views of the lighthouse and waterfront. People were there relaxing and some even fishing while on the rocks. Free to park and walk the lighthouse and nearby Fort Preble in my experience.

Beautiful setting, on campus grounds. Tough rocky walk if you want to go to it. There is a small friendly gift shop and occasional tours. Parking is a little hard during tkitties. The old fort remains are fenced off, not accessible. No real rest rooms only portable ootties.

Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse was one of the most beautiful stops on our trip. The walk out to the lighthouse along the granite breakwater is stunning — especially on a clear day when the ocean sparkles and you can feel that crisp Maine breeze. It’s not a difficult walk, but you do need to watch your step on the rocks, which only adds to the charm of the adventure. Once you reach the lighthouse, the view of the harbor and surrounding coastline is breathtaking. Built in the late 1890s, this historic “sparkplug” lighthouse once guided countless ships safely into Portland Harbor. Standing there at the end of the breakwater, it’s easy to imagine what it must have been like over a century ago when keepers tended the light through rough seas and cold winters. Today, it’s beautifully preserved and offers a quiet moment to soak in both the scenery and the history. It’s the perfect spot for anyone who loves lighthouses, coastal walks, or a little piece of New England magic.

Another very cool lighthouse close to Portland, we found this on a bicycle ride. Very pretty with Peak's Island as a backdrop. You can see several old forts from here. There is a long causeway that leads out to the actual lighthouse and you can get good views from several vantage points. Probably crowded during the season, but we were here in October and on bikes, you're not fighting for parking. There aren't any tickets required to my knowledge.

Pretty magical lighthouse. You can walk out to it. You can walk around it. There are a lot of spider webs which is pretty cool if you like. Spider webs. You can even view it at night time. There is a gift shop on the coast if interested. It is a great morning walk with coffee. Enjoy the view in the sunrise and the beauty

While visiting Portland, I wanted to see Portland Head Lighthouse but noticed Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse was not far away. Definitely worth the visit if you can find parking, which may be difficult on some days since it’s shared with the local community college. You’ll need to be careful walking the rocky path out to the light, but it’s worth it. This is one of only a few lights in Maine that offer tours. The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable explaining the history and function of the light, going through each level from the kitchen to the light keeper’s quarters to the assistant’s quarters to the beacon. Fun to ring the bell at the end of the tour. Be sure to visit if you’re in the area!

Fun lighthouse at the end of a breakwater. It takes a few minutes to make it out there, it's not a paved path by any means but the rocks are pretty flat and easy to walk across. Parking can be tough; we were about to have to park several blocks away before we lucked into a visitor spot in the university lot.

We were visiting from out of town and my 9 year old son who is a train enthusiast heard about this place from a local, so we decided to give it a go. The history here that you can touch and learn about is amazing. We rode the trolley to the park and back and them explored the trolley sheds. They have some very unique pieces at this location. Afterward we went in and toured the museum and gift shop. They also had a very nice large model railroad in one of the other buildings. All in all we spent about 2hrs here and could easily have spent more. There is an entrance fee, but you get to do everything off the one ticket. Parking was pretty easy when we were there, but they do have overflow lots so they may get much busier during certain days/times. Worth the visit if you are interested in the history of the local area or are just into trains and trolleys!

Excellent museum, rideable trains are super fun. Being able to stand on the observation deck of the machine shop was delightful. I loved seeing the progress of the restoration projects. The miniature train display is a work of art, and still in progress. I was pleasantly surprised with the collection of busses available for exploration as well. I look forward to seeing the plans for that exhibit. The staff are knowledgeable, funny, and kind. I sincerely hope the museum continues expanding, it's a historical hidden gem of the northeast.

Quite the place! Had a wonderful time on two refurbished train cars that were over 100 years old. We enjoyed two 40 min rides around the property and into the woods. The conductors on board talk a little bit of the history of the cars in about different historic places you can see at the museum. There is one building where they physically work on and refurb the cars, and there’s other building where they just store old train cars. Majority of the cars that are in the storage shed areas you can walk in and get a feel for them, there was some that were also double-decker buses! Old and rustic. There’s other junkyards that have old school cata buses, along with old T lines, ex. Red and Blue line. Also go and check out the model railway trains building that’s across the parking lot from the main museum entrance. It’s all volunteer service, folks will bringing their trains in and run them around all the tracks. Quite a fun place if you like really old train models, and even take a ride on some of the oldest railway cars! It’s amazing how they remodel and keep them in good shape, and they even run off of just electric! FYI for the train rides, you need to purchase tickets for the ride, but one ticket is good for as many train rides as you want. The train rides are 40 minutes long, And every train ride goes off every 45 minutes. Come and enjoy a few hours at this cute little train museum. A fun family activity. Enjoy all the photos and videos I took and posted here!

Super cute museum, pretty small. The train ticket is $15 per head for a half an hour drive. The train is 120 years old! The gift shop is has some cute items as well. We got to ride the pump car as well!! I was looking forward to rail biking but they have this closed it.

Wonderful jewel of a place. I've been taking groups here for 17 years, the experience is always pleasant. Everyone is helpful, kind, knowledgeable and professional. It's a chance to go back in time. The museum is well maintained with plenty to do and discover. Going on the trolley ride never gets old. Fun for all ages and the museum gift shop and new diorama exhibit are a delight as well. Featured are the residents of the Wardwell in Saco. We were there today and had a great visit.

Nice place for the family to go to,a lot of history about the old trolley systems in Boston and in New Hampshire. Also, an HO model Railroad club has a huge model. Railroad layout replicating the white mountains in North Conway down to the sea coast.

My boyfriend and I had a lovely time here! The staff were very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. We took the trolley ride and perused their trolley collection.

A lovely space, great for families, excellent snacks and the pizzas were top tier with a delicious base and well cooked. The highest is clearly the beer. Lunch/Dinner are well known in the beer community, super clean and delicious. If you are travelling past Portland this is a place you really need to visit for a quick refresher. Good merchandise too!

Came to Freeport just for the Maine Beer Company! Greeted warmly and sat at a table with a menu. We ordered up at the bar - boyfriend got a beer tasting and I got a Strawberry Moon cocktail and a pretzel to share! They have a food menu with a good amount & some pizza - we didn’t get but looked good! Indoor (upstairs & downstairs) & outdoor seating, great gift shop (where we picked up a lot of gifts!), spot to grab some beer to bring home in 6 & 12 packs. Really awesome place, can’t wait to come back!

We knew we liked the beer - Lunch is a family favorite - but until today we didn't know how good the food was! Our party of 4 ordered one cheese pizza, one with sausage and Calabrian chiles, plus the veggie "sandwich" and we took leftovers home from everything. The sandwich is a whole Neapolitan style pizza crust cooked and wrapped around an incredible mix of cheese, roasted veggies, and dressed lettuce shreds that is one of the best vegetarian meals I've had in a long time. A Wolfe's Neck IPA complemented everything nicely. The atmosphere is great, staff is friendly, food and drink are unimpeachable, and to top it off they were donating 20% of food sales to a mental health organization. We'll be back soon, and often.

Beautiful space.. They definitely put thought into the design and details. Love the stories and the conservation.. The beers I tried were decent. The help was great. Food was fabulous.

A staple go to while in Freeport. Friendly staff, great atmosphere, and of course, amazing beer. They have their staple Lunch IPA as well as rotating options. Post ride snack is a session IPA which I really enjoyed. Their pizza is delicious as well! They have crumble sausage toppings which I personally love!

Great spot in Freeport!! One of our favorite breweries through our trip to Portland and Bar Harbor! Space was exceptionally clean, beer was the best we had, and pizza was amazing! They also don’t accept tips - only donations which I think is super cool and rare. They have it down pat here, gonna miss it!

A hostess stand greets you when you walk through the doors, with a host or hostess that is required to seat you...in a brewery. Picnic tables are your seating options and a small food menu. Orders must be placed at the bar so get in line. If you want bottles to go, there's another bar set up with a large refrigerator behind it that has the available brews. You stand there and wait for someone to come over. In my case I waited 5 minutes or so and no one came. They delivered our pizza to the table so I went back to the table. Pizza was good, and you can't go wrong with Lunch on tap. When we finished our meal, I went back to the bottled beer spot, two people working it at this time so I placed my order. Lady behind the bar couldn't locate our tab, stated we must have closed it, which we didn't. She eventually found it in their system. Closed our tab and left. On the way out they have a little merch room, just past that is an outdoor patio with seating, and where dogs are allowed. Big parking lot which I am sure fills very fast. 3 stars because this place was cold, physically and from just about each staff we interacted with were indifferent or a tad haughty. Very uncomfortable. I won't go back again. Miss the days before they expanded, when it felt more local, more friendly and you hoped the pretzel lady had made a delivery and there was still a pretzel left to go with your beer. Sometimes bigger is not better. The beer is great though. I'll buy it in the store and skip the brewery.

It’s such a unique spot—you don’t expect to find a sandy desert in the middle of Maine! The visitor center was welcoming, and the trails were well-marked with interesting signs explaining the history and geology. We enjoyed the mix of walking paths, art installations, and learning about how the “desert” formed. It’s a fun stop for both adults and kids, and it only takes a couple of hours to explore. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the Freeport area.

This place is truly magical! It's like stepping into a dream! I mean, I attached a picture of the view from the bed. How does it get any better?!? We rented the geodesic dome and IT WAS PERFECT!! It's amazing how they thought of EVERYTHING! I am already planning our next trip back here. (The wife wants to build one for our retirement house!) Thank you for such an amazing birthday weekend for my wife and I. Can't wait to come back!

This place is amazing! Not only is the campground top-notch impressive, but the desert area is so well done! I highly recommend a stop here and a stay in the campground. High quality facility! My friend and I were wishing we had our grandsons with us for the desert activities.

Obsessed with this place! Insanely peaceful and beautiful! We stayed at the campground, haven 1, it was spacious, clean and cozy. And the actual desert was so cool! Great history and so many cool activities for families!

We came for the camping and stayed for the mini golf. This is by far one of the best areas around to camp with a bit of luxury if you can afford it. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The cabins and large tents are nicer than hotel rooms but still give you a feel that you’re connected to nature. We couldn’t afford a cabin but they look super cool. I think we still made out better with a tent, it’s just as luxurious plus it feels more like camping and the top of the tent is clear so you have an awesome view of the sky at night. Airflow is good, plus there is an oscillating fan. If you can’t take the summer heat the cabins win with built-in air-conditioners (I believe I read that, don’t quote me). You have wi-fi, electricity, mini-fridge, lighting, and personal bathrooms in the cabins, the tents have access to one of the cleanest, nicest campgrounds bathrooms + showers I’ve ever seen. Firepits (with built-in grill) and nice adirondack chairs come with every campground. There are some free activities in the public space like a big connect-4 game, ring/hoop toss and horse shoes. All the other campers we met were friendly and laid back. Quiet hours are strictly enforced (from what I can tell but we didn’t have to test that). It was super quiet at 10pm-8am. Even with a fairly full house the camp sites are spread out enough so you can see your neighbors but don’t feel like you’re crowded. There isn’t allot else to do on the campgrounds but tons of great hiking spots 5 min away by car; like wolfs neck trails. Cons: The cleaning fee is $50 which is understandable, and they were done in time to let us check-in early at 1pm. The room looked beautiful, only very minor nit-picking the keurig coffee machine tank was a little dirty and the tea pot had some water left in it and needed a cleaning. I texted the staff and they immediately brought a new coffee machine just to minimize the inconvenience and fix the issue. I only mention it because for the premium price of these cabins plus the room cleaning fee , I would expect the made would have been thorough. Again this is minor and the staff more than made up for it. The mini golf is cool and priced fairly reasonably; plus if you’re camping you can get 15% off. With that said, for the price of camping I think mini golf should be thrown in or at least 50% off. Notes: we brought some sparklers for the kids to use, the staff said they are not allowed. Bummer, seems a bit strict but I get it. In the campgrounds there is a kiosk open 24/7 you can buy firewood, drinks and some snacks with cash, credit card or touch-pay. Really a nice feature.

We had a great time playing mini golf with our daughter, her husband and kiddos, age 5 and 2 oa Friday late afternoon. The playground is super fun, I enjoyed the tree house/fort and I am old! Even went on the Seesaw with my daughter and granddaughter! The mini golf is quite challenging and full of fun features. Grounds are very clean and well taken care of. Lots of shade which is a plus. They have incorporated the history of the area and the desert into the mini golf. There's a food concession, that even had wine/beer. We got some ice cream which was delicious. We'll certainly be back, next time have to check out the desert.

We stayed 2 nights at Desert of Maine, our first night was in a glamping tent and our second in one of the A frame cozy cabins. Both experiences were phenomenal!! The cleanliness, abundance of accommodations, and customer service were beyond what I could’ve ever imagined. The luxury feel and cozy decor of each stay made you feel like you were in a walking Pinterest board. We loved the camp store and used it quite a lot for wood as it was cold during our stay, it was super user friendly and had s’mores kits too!! Not to mention the owner Doug did me a huge favor, I left my ID in WV and Doug was so gracious to allow me to have it overnighted to his personal home where he then dropped it off at our tent. If I’m ever visiting Maine again I will be returning to Desert of Maine!!

Awesome place! We love all the animals, but the fact that they are rescue animals is even cooler! We had a great visit. First time I have been face to face with a Moose, They are huge! We saw so many animals and birds, bears, you name it. The staff we encountered were very friendly and helpful. Very well maintained Park, nice, clean and well laid out. Tickets were very reasonable too. If you enjoy wildlife and a nice walk through nature. This place is a must visit!

This place is such a fun and educational experience—we absolutely love it! There's plenty of parking, a convenient snack shack, bathrooms, and tons of picnic tables where you can enjoy your lunch. The animals were either rescued due to injuries or being orphaned, and now they have a safe, loving home. You can really tell they're well cared for and content. It’s a wonderful spot for all ages to learn, explore, and connect with nature!

This Park is AMAZING! We always have a great time when we go. Our recent visit was right around noon and all of the critters just got their lunches. so we were able to see every animal! The small critters eating veggies was the cutest thing ever.

Thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Maine Wildlife Park! The animals are here because of being unable to be released into the wild for a variety of reasons. It is not a zoo! It is a place for these animals to live well, in a simulation of their natural life, in a manner that we can visit and learn more about them, engage in a manner not possible in the wild. This said, be prepared to see them sleeping thru the heat of the day! Or not necessarily out and about visible! Here are my tips to get the best views of these wild animals...acting like wild animals should. Be quiet! If you want to see them, and they aren't visible, sit quietly for awhile, often they will show themselves, start poking their heads out if its quiet and you are relaxed/ seated/ non threatening vibe about you. The park is set up well for children with places to sit, snack, rest, inside displays/ educational displays etc. There is a lot of tree shade and structures with shade to get kids and babies out of sun/ heat/ rest etc. There are good, clean, bathrooms as well. The grounds are very nice to walk! Walkways have nice walking surface, shaded by trees, places to sit down. I visited while recovering from serious knee injury/ in a brace. The walking surface and seats were perfect therapy for my knee AND delightful day out! It's suitable for those with mobility challenges and you would be able to get around in a wheel chair or scooter in my opinion. There are snacks and drinks available to buy. Lovely gift shop with lots of tempting items!!!. Ample parking that has tree shade and grassy areas if you want to bring picnic with you and just sit of the grass in the shade. There are also picnic tables under shade inside the park. My impression is week days, even in summer, are not very crowded. I can't speak to weekends, as I've never been on a weekend. Regarding tickets, I just showed up on a weekday and had no problem buying a ticket, no lines etc. However, I think its wise, if you are planning to drive there, have kids and family coordinating for a visit> buy your tickets ahead of time to play it safe. I've never gone on the weekend, guessing best to buy tickets ahead to avoid hassles and disappointments!

This our second year coming here. This year was better than last year. More animals were awake walking around wasn’t very crowded kids under a certain age are free adults I believe are $10. They have a picnic area where they have grills tables etc. they also have a section where the fish are and you can feed them. Just make sure u bring quarters for the fish food.

I joined my son’s school for a field trip, and we had a great time! I love that it’s just a nice walk through the woods and it takes just a couple hours to get through everything if you take your time. The park was so clean! There’s even a little gift shop and a place to grab some snacks. Don’t forget quarters to feed the fish!

I’m from Ca and really wanted to see a moose so we found this awesome wildlife park and got to see one he came really close and was actually laughing. The other animals were fun as well. Saw a porcupine climb the fence of his enclosure and watched the raccoons playing.

🎸🔥 ADHD - The AC/DC Tribute Band Blows the Roof Off Rochester Opera House! 🔥🎸 What. A. Show! ADHD hit the stage at the Rochester Opera House and completely crushed it! From the moment the first guitar riff rang out, it was pure, electrifying energy. These guys didn’t just play the songs — they lived them. Every note, every scream, every headbang was straight-up lightning. The crowd was hooked from the get-go — clapping, cheering, and singing every word like it was 1979 all over again. I don’t think a single person stayed seated. Even the people who came out of curiosity ended up rocking out like lifelong AC/DC fans. And let’s talk about those light-up red devil horns — genius move! Seeing the whole venue glowing red and bouncing to the beat made it feel like we were part of the show. High-voltage vibes all around. Whether you're a die-hard AC/DC fan or just someone looking for a killer night of music, ADHD delivers big-time. Their talent, showmanship, and stage presence are off the charts. Honestly, if you missed this gig, you missed out — but don’t worry, they better come back, and when they do, I’ll be first in line. ⚡ 10/10 — Would follow these guys highway to hell and back. 🤘

Saw the Fiddle Experience here. What a great little venue. The sound was fantastic. The drinks were cold. The ushers were polite and very helpful. Do not hesitate to attend an event at the Rochester Opera House.

Hi Everyone! Mike from 7empest TOOL Tribute. We love playing at this venue every year. Most of all because the staff here are so incredible. Every year they show up in such a positive energy for a fun might for both the bands and more importantly, the patrons who come to this amazing venue. Its an absolute privilege to be able to work with every single person at Rochester Opera House. Thank you to Anthony and Kelly and all the team who support the arts!

Be aware, the Opera is located in the City Hall building next to the Police Station. There is plenty of parking behind. Beautiful venue with an incredible "moving floor" , unique mechanism that raises orchestra floor at an incline for amphitheatre seating and levels the floor for dancing. We went to Salsa night with a live band and were impressed with the building and staff working that night.

We went to see Annie. The cast was outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed the performance! Will definitely go to more shows!

We saw The Great American Trailer Park Musical... It ended with a standing ovation preceded by so many laughs and the building of a bunch of new memories for my friends and I to share. This venue is great and the staff friendly and fun. I highly recommend attending this play specifically, but I am confident anything at this venue is well worth the ticket price. :) Make More :) and Less :( ... This definitely made lots and lots of :) . #RAoK603 #ChrisCortez603

Was in the Handicap section and the seats weren't super comfy but hey it did the job. The auditorium is fairly spacious and there's concessions with booze. 2 levels, but I never passed the first. Audio was perfect and there isn't a seat too far from the stage. And the comedy show was great!

Have always loved camping here for the week of July 4th. Been coming for about 7 years in a row. But this year the atmosphere was completely different. The rangers were all over the campers and made everyone feel watched. They did not allow sparklers on the beach like every other year I have been there which ruined the evening for my children. They dispersed every gathering I attended before quiet hours even began. New rules have been put in place about visitors as well. One of the female rangers at the front gate was also very rude. I'm disappointed that my beloved campground has come to this.

This is good family-friendly campground, especially for beginners. My wife and I were nervous since it was our first time camping but after staying a few days, we enjoyed the experience and would do it again. What’s really nice is that they have a beautiful lake and amenities such as a dishwashing station and trash disposals. We appreciated how they have bathrooms and showers. They are not 5-star but it’s good and cleaned daily(you are camping, so it is a luxury to have a bathroom). There are daddy-long-legs all over the place but they are hardly an annoyance. We went during late summer so that could contribute to how we didn’t deal with a lot of critters. When you prepare well, camping here can be a fun trip with friends. Overall, we’d come back

Wow!!! I use to go there every summer as a kid, best campground ever we would stay 2 weeks I’m 66. Sooo, it’s been 57 years since I was there. The ratings are still high after all these years. I’m so happy you are still open.

This place is terrible. The campsites are on top of one another. If you are tent camping, all through the night you're going to smell somebody's campfire that they didn't bother to put out. If reviewers write this is a great place, it's because they attach their house to a huge truck and park it where they have one of those ridiculous loud crappy boats. People let their rude kids run wild. Loud obnoxious jet skis and boats constantly cover the lake... it smells of diesel. Tourists took a beautiful place and destroyed it. The staff are amazing, I don't know how they put up with these people. I will never come back here.

I have been coming here since I was a little girl and it has always been my favorite place to visit since. Over the past couple of years we have been disappointed in the campground. The beach is still amazing and the site are good, however, the rangers are rude and the don’t enforce any rules at all. We saw 2 dogs here which specifically states when you check in, “No dogs.” I have little ones and the whole time all we could smell were people smoking marijuana, which is illegal in all state parks. My little one started coughing it was so bad at one point. The quiet hours are also not enforced because we had a neighbor swearing loudly and talking on the phone until 3am. We called the rangers station about the smoking, and we got the voicemail and never a call back. If this keeps going the way it is, we probably won’t be coming back here and will find a kid/family friendlier place to go now. Do better Sebago Lake State Park!!

If you couldn't tell by the name there is a lake here. Pretty nice one. Decent beach. Bathrooms so clean you could eat off the floor and likely only get one life threatening disease. (Side note, dont eat off public campground bathroom floors.) Campsite was nice, big enough for me and all my homies. None of my homies came but it would've been big enough for us all. There are also books you can read so you dont have to be alone with your thoughts at night. 10/10 would do again.

Great camp ground... swimming areas were clean. Kids had a blast. Lots of trails to explore..

Fun place and very well kept. Small food court has grab and go food that was surprisingly very good and reasonably priced. Got a sausage smothered in peppers and onions for $7. I would give this place 5 stars if I won money....but I didn't so they get 4 stars.

My husband and I stayed at the Hampton inn across the street and wanted to grab a couple of drinks and an appetizer after a long day to relax. We go to the restaurant and get seated in a booth. Both my husband and I ask for an espresso martini with a tiny splash of Baileys. When we received the cocktails we both noticed they were extremely creamy and it practically tasted like a White Russian. We decided to send the cocktails back, which is something we NEVER do and felt terrible for doing. I believe that is what set off the whole experience. We receive our espresso martinis, which tasted great as well as the food. we mentioned we might get another round of drinks. A little bit later the manager comes to our table asking if “anyone told us the alcohol policy” and we politely said no. She said that we can only have one drink every 30 minutes, especially if we’re playing games in the casino. My husband and i weren’t planning on playing any games In the casino. the manager ends up coming back to our table. My husband asked if the alcohol policy was true because we couldn’t find it anywhere on the website or online. The manager immediately started getting defensive/aggressive with us and and said “I know what I’m talking about, I’m the food and beverage manager” etc. etc.. my husband asked in the most polite way because he also works in food and beverage and understands how the work place can go. We decided to just get our check and leave. This was the most discouraging and terrible experience we’ve ever had. I feel like we were treated poorly for asking for a new drink. We also felt like the manager was lying to us About the 1 drink policy every 30 minutes being maine state law. If that is the policy it needs to be posted somewhere and not just told to us by an aggressively upset manager.

After some research I found out this casino has their RTP set somewhere between 89.5-94.5. If you look around for the right slots you have a good chance winning more than you think. Play was fun, none smoking which is very nice. Staff was friendly and helpful. Thanks for the fun time.

I absolutely love this casino. The rules on the low limit and high limit blackjack tables are wonderful for the player. The staff was there is wonderful. Some of the dealers were new and slower but not too bad. The slots are fun but table games are where its at. I traveled from out of state and really enjoyed myself. I am looking forward to returning soon. Next time I will have to stay in a room. The only thing that I wasn't a fan of was ID at the door. Good thing I planned to play rated anyways.

I was pleasantly surprised by the casino and the rooms. The machines were great! Played for hours . The rooms were nice and roomy. Dinner was nice and the drinks were really good. Definitely going back soon!

We make it up to the casino in Oxford, Me 3-4 times a year. We have a timeshare in Ogunquit which allows us close proximity at only about 1 hour away. The hotel rooms are very nice and clean and the hotel staff are always pleasant and cordial in making reservations. My wife and I are "casino go-ers" so our 2-nite stay rooms are generally "comped" due to play but rates are reasonable. There is a wide variety of the latest slot games and many table game options. There is only one restraunt on the with premises but the food is good in the $25-$40 price range however there are many local restraunts nearby and breakfast at Daddy O's is a must.! We always make fall one of our destination times as the foliage in Sept/Oct is breathtaking.

My husband and I recently stayed at the hotel for his birthday. The rooms are very clean the staff very friendly and helpful.We ate at the Pub the food was good and the service was great. A day after we left we discovered we had left my husband shirts in the closet.i called the hotel and Brittany got back to immediately they found the shirts and could ship them to us....so very impressed with the service and the honest integrity of the staff..highly recommend and we will be visiting again soon

Great place been many times.nice to ski at night so quiet not crowded staffs super helpful.thanks see ya 2026.

I grew up at this mountain and have skiied and snowboarded here for over 20 years. I am not particularly fond of the name change, as this will always be Shawnee Peak to me. I was happy to see so many upgrades and renovations with the new chairlift, bathrooms, snack shack, etc. I will say that sometimes we noticed that it would be helpful to have a staff member directing traffic to get onto the lifts. The night skiing was not great, pretty icy. Otherwise a great mountain for beginners and intermediates.

Lovely mountain! I like most things about it, but I find it weird just how much they upcharge you for ordering at the window. I got my lift ticket on the website for $55 and my friend got hers at the window for 80 something dollars. I get wanting to give people a discount for ordering online ahead of time but it's a bit of a nasty surprise for some people to get to the window and find out they're paying (in my opinion) ALOT more just because they may have wanted to be spontaneous that day.

Very beautiful scenic rides up the mountain. Just a strong warning..DO NOT TAKE THE SKI LIFT IF YOU ARE AFRAID OF HEIGHTS!!

Pleasant Mt is the most family friendly, high service, beautifully challenging, fun ski resort in New England! Pleasant is a real gem of a resort offering a superb winter experience day or night and a must see and experience family resort... check it out, you're family deserves it!

Excellent staff! Perfect Pleasant Mountain Ski Area! Excellent service! Excellent establishment!

Love the vibe here. Everyone is super friendly. Night skiing is fantastic!

In my 25 years of coming to Conway area,I’ve never come here to ski. So for my bday weekend we booked to come here. It may not be the biggest or best mountain in the area, but it was still a great time. We booked a slope side room which sat above the base lodge, I think it was under $500 for 3 nights/4 days stay and included 4 days of ski passes for 2 people. So you couldn’t beat the price. Down the road about 1 minute away, was “traditions” restaurant which offered dinner and breakfast on certain days. Another purity springs lodge that is apart of king pine is located across the street, they offered more rooms, a hot tub, and a nice in ground heated pool. In the summer they have some other options for guests. As far as the mountain and slope side rooms went, the room was nice but basic, the bed was brutal to sleep on for me, and the shower head should be changed. It’s too small. But the water is always hot!, the room was nice enough, and the staff were good with cleaning and re supply. We had a beautiful view of the trails. Lastly, the trails were well groomed, and pretty fun. It’s just not a large mountain. But with that you get more runs in. The lines were small and at times there was none. So overall we had a great time and a pretty good stay, we would stay here again.

A very small nice little ski area. The vertical here isn't huge, but it's still fun. A great place for beginners and/ or families especially if getting started on skiing or snowboarding. They offer night skiing, and they do have a couple of expert runs when they have lots of snow. Rentals are available should you need them. Just a real nice family spot for sure.

Go a tiny mountain, King Pine Ski area, at 1515 Eaton Rd in Madison, NH is fantastic!!! They have wonderful, varied terrain, fantastic grooming, ample lift capacity, easy parking, delicious cafeteria food and SUPER friendly people working there! Because King Pine is part of the Indy Pass family, we decided to give it a try and we’re so pleasantly surprised! I hadn’t skied there since I was FIS racing as a child and didn’t remember much about it. I’m so glad we went! The runs are short of course, with the mtn having only a 350’ drop, but they run it like a large mountain and it is a hoot! A couple of trails have a nice drop, thought it’s predominantly a beginner to intermediate area. It’s very family friendly. I recommend you give it a try! This is a fun ski resort!

Bottom Line: 10/10 experience. Phenomenal slopes, extremely friendly staff, incredible views and they are super service member friendly! Was visiting NH for my 30th birthday and we decided to go snowboarding. We didn't realize they offered FREE lift tickets for active duty and their spouses so, essentially, we snowboarded for free (minus the rental). This was an incredible experience and we will definitely be back.

Always a great time skiing at King Pine. My son decided to take up snowboarding this year. His lesson with Alex was great. She was so encouraging and he improved alot with her instruction.

This is a great ski spot to take your family. It’s located right off of the road and has plenty of parking. The mountain isn’t huge so you can hit all of the trails and there isn’t a bad trail. They offer private and group lessons for skiing and have a tubing park as well. Staff are great and they have a general cafeteria, a bar, ski rental shop and a gift shop. Definitely give King Pine a look if you are planning any day or night skiing!

Excellent place to go for beginner alpine skiing. Plenty of low-grade winding trails to improve novice skill, as well as some more advanced trails if you are working on advanced technique. Set up for lunch was efficient and the food was fresh. Highly recommend

The Frederick and Paula Anna Markus Wildlife Sanctuary, in partnership with the Loon Preservation Committee, is a true hidden gem. The sanctuary offers a peaceful retreat into nature, with beautifully maintained trails and serene views perfect for birdwatching and quiet reflection. The staff and volunteers are passionate, knowledgeable, and clearly dedicated to preserving New Hampshire’s iconic loons. A visit here is both inspiring and educational—an ideal spot for nature lovers and conservation enthusiasts alike.

Went here to see Loons. Walked into a snake, tons of flies and mosquito's, and the markers are a joke. I got lost in that forest. Did'nt see one bird. Do not go in there without hiking boots. Never again.

Such an informative and beaufully ran place. Unfortunately we didn't get to see any live loons (was labor day weekend). But we did enjoy a gorgeous hike, had some mushroom peepin & had a very nice chat with two amazing employees! Will definitely be returning in the near future!

We visited The Loon Center on the Markus Wildlife Sanctuary today which was closed for renovations, but we hiked the 1.5 mile Loon Nest Trail. It was an easy hike, well-marked and had some views of brooks and marches as well as several views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Not much wildlife activity today. Several benches are available for resting and for viewing. Unfortunately, we didn’t see any Loons. Four-star rating because of the Loon Center’s mission, however I would give the trail an uninteresting three-star rating.

Loved the live web cam of two nesting!!!

Short informative video. Great rainy day activity which took < 1 hour. Not able to walk the trail due to the weather.

The trailers an easy hike for me. I loved all the Big rocks. It is a mostly shaded walk. I would recommend it.

I had higher expectations but it was still a nice relaxing ride. 70% of the time was spent riding through a wall of trees and towns. When you enter the train, for best views sit on left side. Once it did open up, the views were great. Definitely consider a fall ride during peak for the best color.

We were so excited to take the scenic railroad train ride. Cut out a scenic drive in the national park to make the trip. The train car was really cool and built in 1923 very detailed features and use to be a passenger train from new Jersey to Manhattan. The ride was smooth and relaxing with the sun coming through all the windows. The scenic views were sub par from construction zones, neighborhoods, junky back yards, businesses, a corn field and one nice view of a mountain range with soccer goals all in front of it. Very disappointed from what was described on the website to what was actually delivered. Maybe the 4hr trip is better but the 1hr was just a train ride without the scenic views. I will say everyone was nice and polite and the car was exceptionally clean. Adding pictures of the #view of your doing the 1hr to save your time.

This is a wonderful opportunity to see the changing colors in the fall. However, I recommend that you do NOT reserve the dome car which has the most expensive seats. The dome and windows are not clean and are tinted so you can not get pics. In addition, we were freezing as there is no heat and the seats appear short than in the main cars. Four hours is a long ride to see more ‘of the Same’. I might recommend a shorter, less expensive option.

We had a really enjoyable experience. We travelled in Dome class which does give you better views. The trees along the track obscure much of the views so you really have to enjoy the journey itself. It is quite an expensive activity so you really have to like riding a train. I feel like they could have made the experience more valuable with a complimentary drink and snack. There is a snack bar on board but queues are long. Overall we are glad we did the journey but I wouldn’t repeat it

We took a 1-hour ride to celebrate our anniversary and had a lovely time! We bought first-class tickets and had the car entirely to ourselves (on an August Sunday). The views were lovely, the seats and car were comfortable (and the A/C had no trouble keeping up with the August heat), and we had a delightful time. For the first half of the trip there was a pre-recorded narration of the sights coming up (in a soothing Mr. Rogers–style voice — we felt like he liked us just the way we are!), which helped me get in position for photos. The second half of the trip (coming back along the same track) had no narration. Probably not good for small children with limited attention spans, but a delightful, relaxing experience for adults who like scenery and history. One thing to watch out for: We did not allow for the dense traffic we experienced on our way to the station, and we ended up being the last people aboard and had to scramble to get our boarding passes. In general, traffic in the area during the summer was a lot thicker and slower than I expected. (Since we were the only people in the first-class car, though, it didn’t matter that we were the last ones aboard.) There were a few fun historical exhibits in the station; it's worth taking the time before or after your ride to check those out.

Riding the Conway Scenic Railroad was a truly unforgettable experience like stepping back in time while gliding through some of New Hampshire’s most breathtaking landscapes. The vintage train cars were beautifully restored, and the ride itself was smooth, peaceful, and full of charm. As we traveled through lush forests and over scenic bridges, the fall colors were absolutely stunning, making every moment feel like a moving postcard. The staff were incredibly friendly and shared fascinating local history throughout the journey, adding depth to the views outside the window. Whether you're a train enthusiast or just looking for a relaxing and scenic escape, this ride is a perfect blend of nostalgia, nature, and New England charm.

We rode the scenic railway at the beginning of October. Overall it was a disappointing experience. We chose the dome class for the best views. Unfortunately the windows were filthy so it wasn’t possible to get good photographs. A lot of the journey is through trees and woodland so the views aren’t great. It does open up towards the end so you can enjoy the scenery. It is expensive for what it is. The ticket collection was confusing, we queued for a long time to board the train and were directed to the wrong carriage. This process could have been better organised . If you love trains it’s worth doing otherwise you’re see more driving around.

Parking is in an open gravel parking lot. There is a box at the entry to the trail where you pay through honor system. Restrooms are located at the entry too. Nice hike through lush forest next to the stream. There are small ponds and waterfalls past Diana's Bath. Hiking trail is not easy but less than an intermediate-level hike for some parts.

Outstanding marvel of nature! We spent a ton of time here, when the water level is low you can climb on the rocks. We climbed to the top. In the summer you can get refreshed by the cold waterfalls. Just be very careful as the rocks are worn smooth and are slippery even when dry.

We we're looking for a little walk with a 'reward' at the end and this place didn't disappoint. A really nice cool walk through the trees to Diana's Bath and the relaxing sound of running water. We used our America The Beautiful pass for free parking too.

There wasn't much water due to the drought we've been having, but there were still small water streams and not having as much water allowed us to explore on the rocks a little more which was cool. Definitely want to visit again when we're not in a drought.

Great place for a family friendly experience. Just be cautious of climbing on the rocks, it can be slippery. Very scenic and beautiful rock formations with waterfalls. Nice place to picnic but get there early because it's a popular attraction

It's a short easy hike which leads to a great many rocky steps which sends water cascading down into a plethora of pools. Great place to run around without too many sharp ledges to worry about. Always take care where the rocks look wet, of course! A few brief downsides: when we went there around early afternoon, it did take awhile to get into the parking lot. It's a very popular place! Also, the bathroom was a pig style (and smelled worse than one...)

A past time we have been enjoying with family every year since 1998! Such an iconic spot. The rainfall for the year determines how beautiful the falls will be. Easy half a mile walk to the falls then climb the rocks yourself or with your kiddos, grandkids and pups. Bring water or hiking shoes with you. Last but not least, get there before 8:30 because the line backs up out the entrance.

Great place to bring your kids. We went with a group of adults and teens and we still had a great time. It's more safe than bigger parks, has more of a home feeling than you'd expect. The staff are very helpful and friendly. They're very safe witht the rides and you can bring in food and drinks of your own.

Cute amusement park but kind of dated. The park is storybook /nursery rhyme themed but we noticed most kids did not know Humpty Dumpty, mother goose, the old lady in the shoe and other rhymes. The water park “moo lagoon” is quite nice and they have adorable farm animal mascots. Cinderellas pumpkin coach was cute. And how cool to take it up to the castle to visit and have pix made with Cinderella.

I wish I could live there! Great entertainment, fun rides, saw favorite characters from when I was a child. I sat with Mother Goose and the old woman in the shoe Saw beautiful Cinderella, Captain Hook, the Queen of Hearts, Cinderella, Alice and even the fox. Went in the tea cups, a boat ride on a pirate ship and the train ride around the park. This was my first time there. My daughter and granddaughter brought me and I am so happy. There was lots of walking. They do have rentals for wheelchairs and scooters. (Also strollers). I think it truly takes more than one day to see and do many other things. There are other rides and splash pools in the summer. My granddaughter loves the Polarcoaster! She is 10 yrs old.

My family and I love going to Story Land! We are season pass holders and always get more than our money’s worth every year. My son is on the spectrum and this park is very autism-friendly. They have an amazing calming room (located right over by Humpty Dumpty next to the adult changing room) for when kids are dysregulated or are feeling overstimulated. All of the rides feature sensory ratings posted outside of the rides. We’ve been in June, July and October and the most we’ve ever waited in line was 40 minutes for the antique cars. October was so much fun for the Halloween decorations and cooler weather, lesser crowds, etc. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area with kids.

Great place for small children. There are plenty of rides for small children and things to see to keep them occupied for several hours. The entertainment for cost is excellent. The park is super clean.

Really a 3.5. Kids had a blast but it’s a still a tourist amusement park that nickels and dimes you everywhere you step. Family of four was easily a $350+ day after all said and done. My girls loved the tea time with Cinderella and bamboo shoots

Its a great park we like it there alot of fun things to do for the family I recommend this park also I hope they expand and put more on to it

Was a bit of a drive, and a bit out of the way .. but the scenery was spectacular along the way. This bridge was nice to visit, walk through, and photograph... but just wished there was something more in the immediate area - no town/village; no cute shops; no real restaurants or dining. Just know that it's kinda in the middle of nowhere. But again, the bridge is in good condition and wonderful to visit.

Really only the bridge and river to see, but it was worth the trip down in for us. We enjoyed it.

Another New England Historic bridge. Located off the main road there seems to be plenty of parking on both sides of the bridge for multiple cars. Is it accessible. Maybe the entrance is narrow for a wheelchair. And it is a dirt path leading from the parking lot the bridge. Walking across took me 20 seconds each way. There is no bathroom nearby. You’ll probably have to drive to the Sunday River resort nearby. You can walk down to the rivers edge to take pictures. Its technically open 24 hours, but its not lot so you wont see it at night off the main road. I did not see a plaque explaining the history of the bridge. But the sign does say Sunday River 1872. Enjoy

Really nice old covered bridge! Worth the trip.

Beautiful ride. Bridge is in much better condition than the pictures.

Very relaxing views, nice walking trails.

It is absolutely peaceful, the river looks so clean.

Sunday River is one of the best mountains in the Northeast without question. First time visit, loved it. Spring skiing so not as many trails open as we'd have liked but the double blacks were manageable and there was plenty to experience. The igloo is incredible, the Mountain Room food delicious and the apres scene with live band was fun. Plan to return.

Studio with kitchenette was plenty spacious for one or two people. Clean and comfortable! Staff was very accommodating. I enjoyed hiking the trail up to Locke Mountain.

What a nice experience I had at Sunday River Ski Resort! I really enjoyed my friday afternoon there (12- close). At first I thought it was a bit expensive, but I was surprised by : - ski conditions were very good. 😊 - the views everywhere are just wow!!! - not much wait at the chairlifts. - there was a super nice and huge igloo bar at the bottom of jordan bowl peak, SO COOL! One of the main highlight of the day. ✨ - and what to say about those bubbled chairlift anti-wind 👌10000/10 thanks doppelmayr! Shout out! Last but not least, LOVED seeing those ski-doo snowmobiles 👌 #thankyou

Great staff, amenities and skiing experience for all levels. I am a novice skier and liked how many green and blue trails there were to pick from. Icy conditions the weekend we went but I felt comfortable on the trails as a novice compared to some other mountains in New England area. Highly recommend the waffles at the top of the chondola lift. Absolutely delicious! As a novice, I most enjoyed and felt comfortable on the green trails at the South Ridge area but also really enjoyed Moonstruck trail. Staying at a ski in and out condo is great, but be sure to check out the trails first because some are located on difficult trails or you can ski out with no problem but getting back could be a little challenging. Update: I went again a week with fresh powder and optimal conditions and it was amazing, still would recommend even when on icy side. Staff are all wonderful!

We went there in July for a conference, and I found the staff to be really friendly. The food was great, and there are plenty of trails to explore and enjoy.

Best maine mountain for snow making and high speed lift service. Massive in length, you can ski from the top right most peak Jordan, across all 8 peaks to white cap lodge. An amazing long beginner trail Kansas that brings you back to the base. (Sometimes a bit flat for snowboarders depending on conditions) Jordan 8 and Barker have great advanced terrain to lap and you can do a ton of runs even during the spring. White heat and vortex are amazing expert trails steep, groomed, and open most of the season. (Including April) I wish there was a steep groomed double black off Jordan 8 that led back to the lift. They blow snow on tin woodsman let it mogul up, turn to ice, and close it. Why not groom at least one of the 8 double blacks off Jordan. Otherwise it's a massive distance from rogue angel to cyclone closed for skiing. Sucks having to take Aurora or white heat (slow lifts) just to ski steep groomed terrain.

Great place, looking forward to the renovations! Jay at the front desk is exceptionally kind and helpful, and all the other employees were kind and generous.