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Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

We've been to Acadia a dozen times, and still find new hikes and cool places to see every time we go. If you don't like it, by all means stay away

I haven't been and don't plan to. Whenever people are asked what to do in the area, hiking and "cool places" is all they've got. I can't "hike" for a week straight. More power to you.

Hike, bike, go to the beach, kayak, charter a boat, ride a horse, golf, rent an ATV, take a ferry to one of the islands, fish, camp, swim, shop, go out to eat, visit breweries/distilleries, visit art galleries, visit local farms for fresh food and ice cream, relax.

+1

Also, paddle board, read books, listen to music, go to the beach.

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Anonymous wrote:Tick repellent. Lyme there.

So like in the DMV...

NP, but It’s much more common in Maine. We usually go every year and I’ve grown more and more cautious as I’ve become more aware. It doesn’t change what we do, just changes the precautions we take (pants or tall socks, spraying clothes with anti-tick stuff that I can’t remember the name of right now, etc). Maine is beautiful, but the PP is right to mention the high Lyme levels

Anonymous wrote:Tick repellent. Lyme there.

So like in the DMV...

Bring a sweatshirt! New England in August is amazing, but the evenings do get a little chilly.

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Anonymous wrote:We’ve been looking as well. I can’t believe how expensive Maine is in the summer. Seems like we need a big budget for family of 5. Is it worth it?

Is it? Maybe if you reserve late. Last summer we rented a cute little house for 5 people in Bar Harbor for a week for about $2000. Was in easy walking distance of downtown and was very comfortable.

Yeah, I've not had issues finding affordable lodging on Mt. Desert Island. I've had good luck finding cottages through this website: https://www.bhacr.com/

They are likely fully booked BUT I do recommend "Bass Harbor Campground" and renting one of their camping cabins. I would 100% bring your own large electric burner and stock pot so you can cook lobsters. I think the cabins go for about $600-700 a week. There's a pool, playground, laundry facilities, and a good-sized dog run. My kids loved it and it's on the quiet side of the island so you are near several great trails for kids.

I've also enjoyed visiting "Deer Isle" and checking out Stonington. It is super cute!! We stayed at the Oakland House Seaside Inn and Cottages and they are very likely booked but it's worth checking out!! It's a terrific spot with a private beach (with a lovely wooden rocking swing), some private hiking, a beautiful property with games and kayaks for rent, and they had a lovely breakfast. you pay extra but they have a super cute tradition where they provide a fancy breakfast and offer each child a small, special stuffed animal (all local animals)...my kids absolutely adored it!!! They felt SO SO big. There's some really beautiful hiking on Deer Isle as well.

I do really love Portland as well but it's honestly one of the most expensive places I have ever visited. Portland is definitely worth a visit, but be prepared for a splurge for even a simple meal.

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Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

We've been to Acadia a dozen times, and still find new hikes and cool places to see every time we go. If you don't like it, by all means stay away

+1

If you don’t like spending time outdoors, there are better places to visit.

But obviously there is a ton to do if you actually read any of these million threads.

I have a multi-page bucket list and check off a few things each time we go up.

Anonymous wrote:We’ve been looking as well. I can’t believe how expensive Maine is in the summer. Seems like we need a big budget for family of 5. Is it worth it?

You're surprised somewhere is expensive during the hot summer months? You must not travel much. Go in December.

Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

I'd happily hike 300+ days a year if I could.

Many on this forum sit on the beach in Delaware dozens of days a year.

We are all different.

(And in many places in Maine there's a lot more to do other than hike. Work on your reading comp skills.)

Check whether you'll need reservations for the Cadillac Pass area of Acadia National Park if that's something you're interested in.

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Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

We've been to Acadia a dozen times, and still find new hikes and cool places to see every time we go. If you don't like it, by all means stay away

I haven't been and don't plan to. Whenever people are asked what to do in the area, hiking and "cool places" is all they've got. I can't "hike" for a week straight. More power to you.

Hike, bike, go to the beach, kayak, charter a boat, ride a horse, golf, rent an ATV, take a ferry to one of the islands, fish, camp, swim, shop, go out to eat, visit breweries/distilleries, visit art galleries, visit local farms for fresh food and ice cream, relax.

Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

You're so right! Especially when you could be in Paris waiting in line to get into the Louvre along with everyone else on your neighborhood listserve so that you can come home and Instagram about how "cultured" you are after having consumed a mispronounced croissant!

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Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

We've been to Acadia a dozen times, and still find new hikes and cool places to see every time we go. If you don't like it, by all means stay away

I haven't been and don't plan to. Whenever people are asked what to do in the area, hiking and "cool places" is all they've got. I can't "hike" for a week straight. More power to you.

Anonymous wrote:Despite many years on this forum, I still don't understand what people do for an entire week in Maine besides hike, wear sweatshirts and eat lobsters and blueberries.

We've been to Acadia a dozen times, and still find new hikes and cool places to see every time we go. If you don't like it, by all means stay away

Tick repellent. Lyme there.