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  • Friendship, Maine

    Top Spots in and near Friendship

    • Bristol, Maine

      Photograph the Pemaquid Lighthouse

      Pemaquid Lighthouse is situated above a spit of granite jutting out into the Atlantic, and it has all the look and feel of a classic Maine lighthouse. For photographers, it's hard to go wrong. The granite is grained such that all the rocks seem to be pointing towards the lighthouse, so there are ...
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    • Monhegan, Maine

      Explore Monhegan Island

      4.4 mi / 538 ft gain
      Nearly 10 miles off the coast of Maine, Monhegan Island is accessible by your choice of three ferry lines. Each vary in terms of length of stay on the island and time spent on the water.  Be sure you do your research prior to reserving your tickets.  Below you can find more information : Monheg...
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    • Camden, Maine

      Hike up to Maiden's Cliff

      2 mi / 1000 ft gain
      With a total elevation gain of 1000 feet in one mile to the top, the entire hike is uphill. The whole hike is within tree line until the very top, but there is a beautiful stream to hike next to for at least half. At the top, the view opens up to the Maiden's Cliff, and the view is spectacular. T...
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    • Camden, Maine

      Explore Mount Battie

      5.0
      1.5 mi / 669 ft gain
      The summit of Mount Battie is accessible from either the front trail that is located just outside of the state park, or there is an auto road that leads up to the summit within the park (the location drop pin reflects the route within the park). To access the front trail, the trailhead is on moun...
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    • Camden, Maine

      Hike Mount Megunticook in Camden Hills State Park

      2.9 mi / 1000 ft gain
      After driving in to Camden Hills State Park, there is a fork where you can go straight (to the campgrounds) or left (to head up Mount Battie). Take a left and then park in the parking lot immediately on your right. That is the trailhead to Mount Megunticook! The trail itself winds through the tre...
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    • Isle au Haut, Maine

      Camp at Acadia National Park's Duck Harbor

      8.85 mi / 150 ft gain
      Introduction Didn't think there was backpacking to be done in Acadia National Park?  Think again!  Isle au Haut (pronounced "isle ah ho") is a little island off of Stonington, Maine.  Half of the island is a quiet and quaint New England island community and the other half is part of Acadia Natio...
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    • Freeport, Maine

      Sport Clays in Freeport

      Try shooting a gun with L.L. Bean's Discovery Sporting Clay course. You can book courses in the morning or afternoon and will meet at a specified location (the range) where you will meet with the guide and other participants. You will be introduced to the sport of shooting a gun at artificial tar...
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    • Pownal, Maine

      Snowshoe the Northern Loop Trail at Bradbury Mountain

      2 mi / 407 ft gain
      Bradbury mountain has ample parking and multiple trails that lead around the mountain and up to the summit.  We took the Northern Loop, which is the longest trail up the small mountain. It is a gradual incline of 407 ft over 1.0 mile. It is a perfect out and back trail just to get outside for a b...
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    • Blue Hill, Maine

      Kayak Downeast Maine

      This scenic coastline is one of my favorites to travel whether it be on the water or on the shore. The route passes a large sand bar that is great for hanging out on, and enjoying a picnic. This coast also has quite a few summer houses, but it's not hard to find an open spot without bothering any...
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    • Blue Hill, Maine

      Hike Blue Hill Mountain

      2 mi / 600 ft gain
      There are two main trailheads to access the mountain, both of which have various ways of getting up. One easy trail that has only a few steep sections is the Osgood trail. Start by parking at the Osgood parking lot. Cross the street, and follow the well marked trail up. Cross a small bridge, and ...
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    • Portland, Maine

      Hike Peaks Island

      2 mi
      Peaks Island is the closest of the Casco Bay Islands to Portland, ME. It is a residential island that fills up with tourists in the summertime. If you visit the Peaks mid-spring, you can count on fairly decent weather and fewer crowds. There is a hotel and three or four restaurants on the island,...
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    Top Activities

    Camping and Lodging in Friendship

    Augusta / Gardiner KOA Journey
    Richmond, Maine

    Augusta / Gardiner KOA Journey

    Duck Harbor Campground
    Isle au Haut, Maine

    Duck Harbor Campground

    Freeport / Durham KOA Holiday
    Durham, Maine

    Freeport / Durham KOA Holiday

    Bucksport / Fort Knox KOA Holiday
    Orland, Maine

    Bucksport / Fort Knox KOA Holiday