When summer finally arrives, everyone wishes they lived in Maine. We've got it all: great beaches, outdoor music, gorgeous hiking trails, fairs and festivals, well-kept parks and plenty of water - both salty and fresh.

As your source for entertainment in the Greater Portland area, we're here to help you make sure your summer months are filled with activities. Use our hundreds of suggestions for events to check out, beaches to visit and even where to walk your dog.

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MAINE FAIRS & FESTIVALS: JULY

Bar Harbor Music Festival | July 1-26
various locations in Bar Harbor
see website for schedule
207.288.5744
www.barharbormusicfestival.org
Concert-goers can take in everything from string orchestra concerts and nights of jazz or brass to new composers concerts and even opera. Bar Harbor Music Festival has gained national recognition as one of the few music festivals in the U.S. whose mission is to provide essential performance opportunities for outstanding up and coming talent.

Bay Chamber Concerts Summer Music Festival | July 1-Aug 27
various locations in Rockport
see website for schedule
207.236.2823
www.baychamberconcerts.org
Each week in July and August, there are concerts on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Most summer concerts start at 8 pm. All Wednesday night concerts are at the Strand Theatre; all Thursday night concerts are at the Rockport Opera House.

21st Annual Sand Castle Contest | July 3-4
Ocean Park in Old Orchard Beach
207.934.9068
www.oldorchardbeachmaine.com
Come celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy a parade and band concert with line and square dancing. Sandcastle contest on the beach. Fun for the entire family.

Bath Heritage Days | July 3-5
various locations in Bath
see website for schedule
207.442.7291
www.vsitbath.com
Activities include a carnival, live music, boat trips, art and crafts shows, art in the park, strawberry shortcake sale, shipbuilder triathlon, parade, a big fireworks finale, and more.

Houlton Agricultural Fair | July 2-5
Houlton Fair Grounds in Houlton
see website for schedule
Admission: $10 per person, includes all rides
www.houltonfair.com
Activities include amusement rides, livestock, crafts, midway and live entertainment.

Fabulous '50s & Sensational '60s | July 4-5
Owls Head Transportation Museum, Rte 73, Owls Head
9:30 am-5 pm, Rain or shine
207.594.4418
Admission: $12, children 5-17 $8, children under 5 free
www.ohtm.org
An old standard that just never gets old. Featuring more than 400 classic autos from the industry's most stylish decades.

Cornish Strawberry Festival | July 5
Thompson Park, Main Street, Cornish
207.594.4418
Eat strawberry shortcake, visit with crafters, hear live music. There are kids events too.

Strawberry Festival | July 9
Oquossoc Park, Rangeley
10 am-3 pm
207.864.2392
www.rangeleymaine.com
Crafts, strawberries and pies for sale.

Ossipee Valley Fair | July 9-12
Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds in South Hiram
see website for schedule
Admission: $5-6, children 12 and under free
207.625.4440
www.ossipeevalleyfair.com
A true country fair with oodles of livestock events and exhibits, Ossipee Valley Fair also offers novelty events (egg toss, pie eating, watermelon seed spitting), horse and oxen pulling, a grand parade, pig calling, agricultural demonstrations, 4-H events and exhibits, car and truck show, 4X4 racing, horseshoe pitching, tractor pulls, musical entertainment, arts and crafts, great food, midway rides and games.

Moxie Festival | July 10-12
Downtown Lisbon Falls
207.783.2249
www.moxiefestival.com
Celebrate the world famous drink with music, entertainment, food, fireworks, a bed race and carnival games.

Country Fest | July 10-12
Stonehedge Farm, 342 West Gray Road in Gray
see website for schedule
Admission: $15 for July 11, $24 for July 12, $28 for July 13; $15 after 5 pm
207.428.3659
www.stonehedge-me.com
Activities include camping, the best country music, battle of the bands, talent show, food and family activities.

Maine Bike Rally | July 10-12
Fryeburg
see website for schedule
207.623.4511
www.bikemaine.org
This three-day event features more than 30 rides to choose from both off-road and on-road, some as short as five miles, others 100 miles long. They wind along country lanes, on forest trails and through scenic valleys in Western Maine and the White Mountains area of New Hampshire. Several rides will feature a combination of paved and dirt roads.

Greek Heritage Festival | July 10-12
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 186 Bradley Street in Saco
11 am-10 pm Fri-Sat, 11 am-4 pm Sun
Admission: Free
207.284.5651
www.biddefordsacochamber.org
Includes homemade Greek food and pastries, live Greek music, church tours, cultural lecture and videos, merchandise and more.

Maine International Film Festival | July 10-19
Waterville Opera House & Railroad Square Cinema in Waterville
see website for schedule
207.861.8138
www.miff.org
During the 10 days of the festival, nearly 100 films representing the best of American independent and international cinema, are screened. Some of Maine and New England's most exciting and innovative filmmakers are shown as well.

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County Gospel Music Festival | July 11
FARM Park in Fort Fairfield
10 am-6 pm
207.472.3802
www.countygospel.com
Live gospel music all day for the whole family. Admission is free.

Maine Music Society's Annual Garden Tour | July 11
Lewiston/Auburn
10 am-4 pm
$12 in advance; $14 day of
207.782.1403
www.mainemusicsociety.orgThe 15th annual Garden Tour will visit some of the finest private gardens of Lewiston & Auburn and the surrounding area. Maps provided with tickets.

North Atlantic Blues Festival | July 11-12
Public Landing in Rockland
see website for performers
207.596.6055
www.northatlanticbluesfestival.com
Activities include a Blues "Club Crawl" with more than 15 clubs featuring Blues bands.

Arts in the Park | July 11-12
Heritage Park in Belfast
Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 10 am-4 pm
www.fobp.org
One of Midcoast Maine's best arts and crafts shows, with 80 fine artists and artisans displaying and selling their work; the backdrop is Belfast's harbor and Penobscot Bay with sailboats, tugboats and other vessels bobbing in the clear, blue water. A good variety of live music, all day each day, and food completes the ambiance.

Harbor House Flamingo Festival | July 11-13
Southwest Harbor
see website for details
207.244.3713
www.harborhousemdi.org
Events include a kids carnival, craft fair and of course the grand Flamingo Parade on Saturday morning that you must truly see to believe. Get ready for Cirque du Flamingo!

Maine Potato Blossom Festival | July 11-19
Fort Fairfield
207.472.3810
www.potatoblossom.org
Famous event features mashed potato wrestling, a potato picking contest, live music, a parade, craft fair, fireworks and more.

Bates Dance Festival | July 11-Aug 8
various locations at Bates College
see website for schedule
Admission: tickets vary
207.786.6161
http://abacus.bates.edu/dancefest/
The Bates Dance Festival brings together an international community of choreographers, performers, educators and students in a cooperative community to study, perform and create new work. Festival includes innovative dance choreography, dance theater, workshops and other performances.

6th Annual Compass Project Boat Building Festival | July 12-14
Monument Square, Portland
Family $750 (scholarships available)
207.774.0682
www.compassproject.org
Get a group together and build a 12-foot Bevins skiff under a tent at Monument Square in three days. Launch the boat at East End Beach when it's finished, then take it home with you. No experience necessary.

Maine Windjammer Parade | July 17
Rockland Breakwwater Lighthouse
800.807.WIND
www.sailmainecoast.com
This event is for both sailors and spectators on shore and offers close-up views of the fleet. The windjammers will anchor and there will be tours of the lighthouse. 2-4 pm.

Yarmouth Clam Festival | July 17-19
Main St, Rte 115, Yarmouth
see website for schedule
Admission: free
207.846.3984
www.clamfestival.com
Activities includes a parade, free performances, juried craft show, an art show, sports contests, a carnival and a variety of free family-oriented activities.

Maine Celtic Celebration | July 17-19
Belfast
www.mainecelticcelebration.com
At this celebration, expect live Celtic music, storytelling, and dance; sporting events with Highland Games, a rugby scrum, gold tournament, and a 5k road race; contests such as a "Celtic Iron Chef" and more.

Maine Vegetarian Food Festival | July 18
East End Community School, Portland
11 am-3 pm
Admission: Free
207.409.3917
www.maineanimalcoalition.org
Sample plant-based meals from local restaurants and attend free workshops on vegetarian cooking.

Waterville Intown Arts Fest | July 18
Waterville
207.680.2055
www.watervillemainstreet.org
Activities include art for sale, children's activities, food and more.

Antique Auto Days | July 18-19
Boothbay Railway Village, Rte 27 in Boothbay
207.633.4727
www.railwayvillage.org
Activities include restored and running antique autos, Sunday parade, awards and more.

Native American Pow Wow | July 18-19
Harbor Park in Wells
Gates open at 9 am
603-528-3005
Featuring music, dance, crafts, jewelry demonstrations and special guests.

Celebration of the Arts | July 19
The Mooring Bed and Breakfast, 132 Seguinland Road in Georgetown
12-4 pm
Admission: free
207.371.9042
www.georgetownhistoricalsociety.org
This four-hour celebration highlights the artists of the island of Georgetown. Painters, printmakers, sculptors, photographers, and fine crafters display, sell, and demonstrate their work while talented musicians entertain with lively tunes. Add light refreshments, a children's activity tent, and the exquisite rocky coast location and you won't want to miss this annual event sponsored by the Georgetown Historical Society.

Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music | July 21-Aug 18
Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor
207.276.3988
www.mtdesertfestival.org
Live concerts every Tuesday at 8:15 pm.

Deertrees Theatre Festival | July 21-Sept 5
Deertrees Theatre on Deertrees Road in Harrison
see website for schedule
207.583.6747
www.deertreestheatre.org
Activities include theatrical performances and workshops.

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Casco Days | July 23-25
Casco Day Park in Casco
see website for schedule
www.cascodays.org
Activities include fireworks, barbecue, midway, race, parade, concerts and more.

Ossippee Valley Bluegrass Festival | July 23-26
Ossipee Valley Fairgounds in Cornish
see website for schedule
207.625.8656
www.ossipeevalley.com
Activities include concerts, camping and the New England Flat Picking and Banjo Championships.

Bucksport Bay Area Festival | July 23-25
waterfront and downtown Bucksport
Thu 4-9 pm, Fri 4-9 pm, Sat 9 am-9:30 pm
207.469.6818
www.bucksportbaychamber.com
Fun-filled family celebration including boats, bands, food, antique cars, crafts and more. The 20th Maine reenacts Civil War soldier life at historic Fort Knox along with fireworks Saturday evening.

Logging Museum Festival Days | July 24-25
Logging Museum, Rangeley
see website for schedule
207.864.5364
www.rangeleymaine.com
Activities include burying of the Bean Hole Beans, biscuit bake, Logger's Hall of Fame, Miss Woodchip contest and more.

County Bluegrass Festival | July 24-26
Farm Park, West Limestone Road in Fort Fairfield
See Web site for schedule
207.472.3802
www.countybluegrass.com
Includes live music and camping. Weekend tickets at the gate $50.

9th Annual Deer Isle Jazz Festival | July 24-26
Stonington Opera House, Deer Isle
207.367.2788
www.operahousearts.org
Three full jazz concerts, related films, panels and other events.

York Days | July 24-Aug 3
Short Sands Beach in York
see website for schedule
http://parksandrec.yorkmaine.org
Activities include local concerts, tournaments, sandcastle building, fairs, Christmas in July, craft fair, 5K Road Race and fireworks.

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Rockland High School, 400 Broadway in Rockland
see website for details
207.623.4511
www.bikemaine.org
The ride features four marked routes from 16-100 miles, with fantastic ocean views, fresh ocean air, maps, support services, rest stops with food and water and a fresh Maine lobster roll dinner.

Festival of Nations | July 25
Deering Oaks Park in Portland
2-8:30 pm
Admission: Free
207.761.9464
www.wini.us/festival.htm
The Festival is a day of music, dance and other performing arts, representing cultural traditions from across America and the world. This event will showcase Maine's ethnic diversity, perpetuate traditions, encourage ethnic understanding and promote unity.

2nd Annual Seaside Art Festival | July 25
Memorial Park in Old Orchard Beach
www.oldorchardbeachmaine.com/Activity.htm
Proceeds will benefit the Libby Memorial Library Building Fund. Festival will consist of numerous Maine and New England artists displaying their work for sale and judging. Salvation Army Band and local barbershop quartet will perform.

East Benton Fiddle Fest | July 26
I95 Clinton exit, first farm on Richards Road in East Benton
Admission: $10, children free
www.eastbentonfiddlers.com
The Fiddle Fest features premier fiddle and bluegrass talents from across the state. 11 am to dusk.

Christmas in July | July 26
Nubble Lighthouse, Nubble Park, York
207.363.4422
www.yorkmaine.org
For the 16th year, visitors and residents will be able to view the Nubble Lighthouse as it appears during Christmas season despite the heat of the summer. 7-9 pm. Free.

Schoodic Arts Festival | July 27-Aug 9
Hammond Hall, 427 Main St in Winter Harbor
see website for schedule
Admission: by activity
207.963.2569
A two-week celebration of arts and culture, including 63 workshops, 14 evening performances, free Brown Bag lunchtime performances, an Art Show, a Silent Auction and much, much more.

Maine Lobster Festival | July 29-Aug 2
Harbor Park in Rockland
see website for schedule
207.596.0376
www.mainelobsterfestival.com
Tons of steamed Maine lobsters, waterfront activities, maritime displays, Maine arts, naval vessels, harbor cruises, entertainment and a parade.

Bangor State Fair | July 31-Aug 9
State Fairgrounds in Bangor
see website for schedule
207.947.5555
www.bangorstatefair.com
Activities include concerts, children's shows, animal exhibits, comedy shows, thrill shows, carnival rides, food and more.

FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS

Alive at Five concerts | July 9-Aug 6
Monument Square in Portland
All concerts 5-8 pm
207.772.6828
www.portlandmaine.com
Kick back, enjoy free music by your favorite bands in the summer sun, and enjoy a cold drink in the beer garden, presented by Sebago Brewing Company.

Weekday Music Series | July 10, 17, 24
in Post Office Park
July 31, Aug 7 & 14 in Congress Square
Noon-1 pm
www.portlandmaine.com Take a break from your busy work day to hear music from up-and-coming local bands.

LL Bean Summer Concert Series | June 27-September 6
Discovery Park, Freeport, Maine
www.llbean.com
Enjoy the incredible talents of local and national performers at L.L.Bean's 11th Annual Summer Concert Series. There's music for everyoneÐfrom jazz to folk and country to zydeco. Best of all, concerts are free. All show times are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted:
June 27: Madeleine Peyroux
July 4: Patty Loveless
July 11: Dan Zanes and Friends
July 18: Matt Dusk
July 25: Punch Brothers
August 1: Blues Traveler
August 8: Dar Williams
August 15: The Wallflowers
August 22: An Evening of Maine Songwriters, featuring Carol Noonan, Ellis Paul and Slaid Cleaves
August 29: Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience
September 5: Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul Celtic Folk
September 6: Asleep at the Wheel

Summer Concerts at Memorial Park | July 2-Aug 6
Memorial Park on Oak Hill in Scarborough
http://www.scarboroughcrossroads.org
July 2: Bob Charest Band
July 9: Don Campbell Band
July 16: Wavelength
July 23: Motor Booty Affair
July 30: Montgomery Road
August 6: Tony Boffa Band

"Summer in the Parks" Concerts | July 7-Aug 11
Deering Oaks Park bandstand
Bring a chair or blanket, sit back and enjoy the music throughout the summer months. Portland Recreation & Facilities Department and area businesses sponsor these free outdoor concerts. Concerts last approximately 1 hour. (Inclement weatherÉ concert cancelled.)
www.portlandmaine.gov
July 7, 7:30 pm: Don Campbell (Adult Contemporary/Country)
July 14, 7:15 pm: Sidecar Heroes (A Cappella Quintet)
July 21, 7:15 pm: Sean Mencher and his Rhythm Kings (Rockabilly)
July 28, 7 pm: Italian Heritage Center Band
Aug 4, 7 pm: TROUT (Metal-grass Trio w/Electrified mandolin)
Aug 11, 7 pm: Strause & Company (Original American Music)

Sunset Folk Series | July 8-Aug 12
Western Prom Park, Portland
Concerts last approximately 40 minutes.
(Inclement weather concert cancelled.)
July 8, 8 pm: Tree By Leaf (Folk Quartet)
July 15, 7:45pm: Darien Brahms
July 22, 7:45 pm: Black Powder (Country Folk Trio)
July 29, 7:30 pm: Sara Cox with Special Guest Player Nate Schrock
Aug 5, 7:30 pm: Truth About Daisies (Folk Quintet)
Aug 12, 7:30 pm: Slaid Cleaves

Children's Performance Series | July 9-Aug 6
Deering Oaks Park | 12:30 pm
These concerts are sponsored by local businesses and last approximately 40 minutes. (Inclement weatherÉ the concert is relocated to Reiche Community Center, 166 Brackett Street.)

July 9: The Yo-Yo Guy (2008 World Yo-Yo Champion!)
July 16: Jon Call (Kids Music)
July 23: Sammie Haynes (Singer Songstress)
July 30: Sparks Ark (Show & TellÉ Wild Animals)
Aug 6: Marcus Gale (Music for Everyone)

Nostalgia Night | July 9-July 30
Fort Allen Park gazebo (Eastern Prom)
Inclement weatherÉ only Chandler's Band Concert is rescheduled
July 9, 7:30 pm: Chandler's Band Concert
July 16, 7:30 pm: The Lighthouse Jubilees
July 23, 7:15 pm: Chandler's Band Concert
July 30, 7:15 pm: Rain Date (if needed for Chandler's Band Concert)

Wells Summer Concert Series | July 4-Sept 5
Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park, Wells | 6:30 pm
www.wellschamber.org
July 4: The 60's Invasion
July 11: Straight Lace
July 18: Truffle
July 25: Banjo Dan and the Midnite Plow Boys
Aug 1: Corona Brothers
Aug 8: Debbie Myers
Aug 15: Eddie Forman
Aug 22: Up Roots
Aug 29: All Together Now
Sept 5: Rick Charette

GREATER PORTLAND BEACHES

East End Beach in Portland
Access beach from Eastern Promenade (connects with Congress Street).
Views of Casco Bay with picnic tables, boat-launch ramp, changing rooms and restrooms. Sand and swimming area are rocky. Between Labor Day and Memorial Day dogs are allowed off leash. Other times, dogs must be on leash. Residential area with limited free parking for 70 cars.

Willard Beach in South Portland
Access beach from Willard Street (connects with Pillsbury Street, then Cottage Road).
Family beach with playground, picnic tables, restrooms and lifeguards. Free parking lot for 75 cars from 6 am-9 pm. Sandy beach with gentle surf almost a mile long overlooking Casco Bay. Dogs are permitted.

Ferry Beach on Prouts Neck peninsula in Scarborough
Access beach from Ferry Road off Black Point Road / Rte 207.
Sheltered sandy beach with calm surf, restrooms, benches, boat-launch ramp. Perfect for small children. Parking lot for 100 cars. Dogs are permitted.

Higgins Beach in Scarborough
Access beach from Ocean Avenue off Rte 77.
www.higginsbeachmaine.com Sandy beach with large waves for surfing and good for sunbathing, beach sports, kayaking and fishing. Convenience store and market in area, but no public restrooms. Residential area with limited parking costing $10 per car. Dogs permitted.

Scarborough Beach State Park in Scarborough
Access beach from Black Point Road / Rte 207
Admission: $3.50, children $1.50
www.maine.gov
Popular sandy beach with concession stand, public showers, lifeguards, restrooms and bike racks. Connects with Higgins Beach. Parking (with fee) for over 500 cars available on Black Point Road. Admission is $3.50, children $1.50. Call 207.883.2416.

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Pine Point Beach in Scarborough
Access beach off Rte 9
Family beach with surfing, snack bar and restrooms. Parking (with fees) available from 8 am-5 pm. Leashed dogs permitted throughout summer from 5 pm-sunrise.

Crescent Beach State Park in Cape Elizabeth
Access beach off Rte 77
www.maine.gov
Family beach with snack bar, picnic tables, bike racks, grills, restrooms and lifeguards. Dogs on leash are permitted Oct 1-May 31. Admission is $4.50 per person (State Pass for year $60). Call 207.799.5871.

Mackworkth Island in Falmouth
Access beach from Rte 1
www.maine.gov
Rocky beach with views of Casco Bay, bird-watching, hiking and fairy homes. Small parking lot available. Call 207.624.6076.

Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park in Freeport
Access beach from Wolfe Neck Road off Rte 1
www.maine.gov
Rocky beach with hiking through the woods along Casco Bay and the Harraseeket River, picnic tables, grills and bathrooms. Park is wheelchair accessible. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Admission is $4.50 per person. Call 207.865.4465.

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SOUTHERN MAINE BEACHES

Old Orchard Beach
Access beach from Rte 9.
www.oldorchardbeachmaine.com
Tourist beach with good waves. This 7-mile beach has a pier with restaurants and shops, amusement park and arcades for kids. The town also offers free concerts, street dances and weekly fireworks displays. Prices at nearby private lots range from $5 to $10.

Ferry Beach State Park in Saco
Access beach off Rte 9 on Bay View Road.
www.maine.gov
Sheltered beach includes picnic tables, benches, trash cans, restrooms, walking trails, boat launch and parking. Leashed dogs permitted from 5 pm-sunrise. Parking available from 8 am-5 pm. Admission is $4 per person. Call 207.883.4301.

Camp Ellis Beach in Saco
Access beach off Rte 9.
www.soscampellis.homestead.com
Beach with fishing off the rocks at Camp Ellis and several restaurants nearby. Hourly parking is available.

Bayview in Saco
Access beach off Rte 9.
Small beach with public parking.

Biddeford Pool Beach in Biddeford
Access beach from Rte 208.
Sandy beach with gentle surf, bathhouses and lifeguards. Sticker parking only, stickers available at City Hall. Parking after 5 pm is free.

Fortunes Rocks Beach in Biddeford
Access beach off Rte 208 from Rte 9.
Sandy beach with restrooms and lifeguards. Parking passes available at City Hall. Parking after 5 pm is free.

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Hills Beach in Biddeford
Access beach on Hill's Beach Road through UNE Campus
Popular beach for bird watching. Limited parking, permits can be bought at City Hall. Parking at the beaches after 5 pm is free.

Gooch's Beach (largest part of Kennebunk Beach)
Access beach on Sea Road off Rte 9.
Soft, sandy beach with gentle surf, restrooms and lifeguards. Sticker parking only. Resident passes are available at Town Hall and nonresidents passes are available at the Chamber of Commerce, police station, or Town Hall.

Middle Beach (part of Kennebunk Beach)
Around the corner from Gooch's Beach.
Rocky beach with small sandy patches. Appealing to beach walkers. Sticker parking only. Resident passes are available at Town Hall and nonresidents passes are available at the Chamber of Commerce, police station or Town Hall.

Mother's Beach (part of Kennebunk Beach)
Very sandy, well-protected beach with gentle surf, playground and lifeguards. Sticker parking only. Resident passes are available at Town Hall and nonresidents passes are available at the Chamber of Commerce, police station or Town Hall.

Arundel Beach in Kennebunkport
Access beach on Ocean Avenue across from the Colony Hotel. Small beach.

Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport
Access beach off Rte 9.
Soft, 3-mile long beach good for walking with restaurants nearby. Parking with sticker only bought at town hall and police station.

The Colony Beach in Kennebunkport
Access beach from local hotels.
Very small, soft sandy beach with gentle surf, limited on-street parking and restaurants a short walk away.

Cleaves Cove Beach in Kennebunkport
Access beach off Ocean Avenue.
Small, secluded beach.

Crescent Surf Beach in Wells
Access beach on Eldridge Road off Rte 1.
Sandy beach with salt marshes, tidal pools, seal-watching and restrooms. Limited free parking on Gold Ribbon Drive.

Laudholm Beach in Wells
Access beach from Wells Reserve of Rte 1 & 9.
Beach with bird-watching and salt marshes. Limited free parking.

Drakes Island Beach in Wells
Access beach on Drake's Island Road off Rte 1.
Sandy beach with sand dunes, sea grasses, sea walls, restrooms and lifeguards. Limited parking for $6 per day or park for free at Laudholm Farm.

Wells Beach in Wells
Access beach from Mile Road off the Maine Turnpike.
Sandy beaches but also rocky ridges with tide pools, lifeguards, restrooms, sand dunes, restaurants, playground, arcade, and souvenir shops. Parking fees are $6 per day. Resident stickers available at town hall. Parking after 4 pm is free.

GREATER PORTLAND FARMERS' MARKETS

Bath Farmers' Market
Saturdays May-Oct | 8:30 am-noon
Waterfront Park in downtown Bath
207.443.8330 x223
Features vegetables, herbs, fruits, poultry, beef, pork, cheese, bread, perennials and cut flowers.

Bridgton Farmers' Market
Saturdays May-Oct | 8 am-1 pm
Depot Street behind Reny's in Bridgton
207.452.2772
Features vegetables, perennials, cut flowers, herbs, lamb, cheese, goat meat, pork, soap, fudge, baked goods, jams and hot sauces.

Brunswick Farmers' Market
Tues & Fri May-Nov | 8 am-2 pm
Maine Street (On the mall, below the gazebo) in Brunswick
207.966.2363
Features vegetables, bedding plants, perennials, shrubs, cut flowers, canned goods, baked goods, lobster, cheese, lamb, beef, herbs and more.

Crystal Spring Farm Market
Saturdays May-Oct | 8:30 am-12:30 pm
9 Pleasant Hill Road in Brunswick
207.846.4319
Features cheese, berries, lamb, beef, poultry, pork, cut flowers, eggs, crafts, apples, honey, cider, jams, relish, pickles, maple syrup, herbs, perennials and baked goods.

Cumberland Farmers' Market
Saturdays May-Oct | 8:30 am-noon
Main Street in Cumberland Center
207.829.4159
www.cumberlandfarmersmarket.org
Features vegetables, berries, seedlings, perennials, seafood, bread, dairy, meat, poultry, olive oil, cheese, apples, tea, soap, skin care products and candles.

Falmouth Farmers' Market
Wednesdays May-Oct | noon-4 pm
Rte. 1, Wal-Mart parking lot in Falmouth
207.829.4159
www.cumberlandfarmersmarket.org
Features vegetables, berries, seedlings, perennials, seafood, bread, dairy, meat, poultry, olive oil, cheese, apples, tea, soap, skin care products and candles.

Freeport Farmers' Market
Fridays May-Oct | 2-6 pm
Town Office parking lots, Main Street in Freeport
207.829.4159
www.cumberlandfarmersmarket.org
Features vegetables, berries, seedlings, perennials, seafood, bread, dairy, meat, poultry, olive oil, cheese, apples, tea, soap, skin care products and candles.

Gorham Farmers' Market
Tuesdays June 24-Aug 5 | 5:30-8 pm
270 Main Street in Gorham
207.222.1635
Features vegetables, cut flowers, perennials, meat and baked goods.

Lakes Region Farmers' Market
Saturdays May-Oct | 8 am-noon
Manchester School, Rte 302 in Windham
207.892.0293
www.lrfm.org
Features vegetables, perennials, baked goods, cheese, milk, yogurt, chicken, beef, maple syrup, honey, herbs and soap.

Portland Farmers' Market: Monument Square
Wednesdays April-Nov | 7 am-2 pm
Monument Square, Congress Street in Portland
207.883.5750
Features vegetables, herbs, perennials, fruit, berries, cider, maple syrup, honey, poultry, pork, beef, eggs, jams and cut flowers. Everything sold at the market is raised by the member farmers or other local farmers.

Portland Farmers' Market: Deering Oaks
Saturdays May-Nov | 7 am-noon
Deering Oaks Park between State Street and Deering in Portland
207.883.5750
Features vegetables, herbs, perennials, fruit, berries, cider, maple syrup, honey, poultry, pork, beef, eggs, jams and cut flowers. Everything sold at the market is raised by the member farmers or other local farmers.

Saco Farmers' & Artisans Market
Wed & Sat May-Oct | 7 am-noon
Parking lot of Saco Valley Shopping Center (off Spring Street), Rte 1 in Saco
207-929-5318
www.sacofarmersmarket.com
Features vegetables, perennials, fruit, berries, milk, beef, cheese, vegetable seedlings, baked goods, maple syrup, honey, cider, local crafts, jam and soap.

Scarborough Farmers' Market
Sundays June 21-Sept 14 | 9 am-noon
Behind Scarborough High School in the Town Hall's lower parking lot in Scarborough
207.883.4893
Features vegetables, perennials, fruit, dairy, cheese, eggs, seafood, meat, dog biscuits, soap, baked goods, honey, herbs and berries.

Yarmouth Farmers' Market
Fridays June 25-Aug 27 | 2:30-6 pm
Sacred Heart Church parking lot, Main Street in Yarmouth
207.829.4159
www.cumberlandfarmersmarket.org
Features vegetables, berries, seedlings, perennials, seafood, bread, dairy, meat, poultry, olive oil, cheese, apples, tea, soap, skin care products and candles.

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OTHER MAINE MARKETS
Maine is filled with farmers' markets and new ones pop up every year. If you want to check out a market outside of Greater Portland, visit Get Real, Get Maine, where you can search for markets by town or county.

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BERRY PICKING

Maine weather changes from season to season and day to day. As a result, berries and fruits may ripen earlier or later than usual. Once the berries ripen, farms may close early or not open for a couple days if they've been picked out. It's always a good idea to call before you head to the farm of your choice.

BLUEBERRY HILL FARM
off Foxes Ridge Road in Acton
Mid-July through Sept
207.457.1151
Pick your own highbush blueberries. Call ahead for availability.

CRABTREE'S BLUEBERRIES
Rte. 107 in Sebago
Mid-July through Aug | Tue, Thurs, Sat, Sun 10 am- 2 pm
207.787.2730
www.crabcoll.com
Pick you own highbush blueberries.

DOLES ORCHARD
187 Doles Ridge Road in Limington
Mid-June-Aug 1 | Daily 6 am-noon & 5-8 pm| Aug-Nov| Daily 10 am-4 pm
207.793.4409
www.dolesorchard.com
Pick your own apples, peaches, plums, raspberries, stawberries, blueberries and other fruits. Call ahead to check hours.

FAIRWINDS FARM
Browns Point Road in Bowdoinham
Late June through July, daily 7 am-7 pm
207.729.1872
Pick your own strawberries.

FENIMORE'S GREENHOUSE
Keay Road in West Bowdoin
End of June to mid-July | Daily 7 am-7 pm
207.353.2360
Pick your own strawberries.

ESTES FARM
5 miles from Gorham in Buxton
Open late July-Sept
207.929.4801
Pick your own highbush blueberries and fall raspberries. Call ahead for hours.

LIBBY & SON U-PICKS
mid-July through October | 8 am-5 pm
Off Rte 11 in Limerick
207.793.4749
www.libbysonsupicks
ick your own highbush blueberries. Call for times.

MAXWELL'S FARM
June 20-July 20 | Mon-Sat 7 am-8 pm
112 Spurwink Ave, off Rte 77, near Two Lights in Cape Elizabeth
207.799.3383
www.maxwellsfarm.com
Pick your own strawberries.

PATTEN'S FARM
July | Daily 8 am-6 pm
Rte 22 in Gorham
207.839.4667
Pick your own strawberries.

PINELAND FARMS GILLESPIE FARMS DIVISION
Mid-June-Mid-July | Daily 8 am-5 pm
Mayall Road in New Gloucester
207.829.5610
Pick your own strawberries.

POPP FARM
Rte 128 in Dresden
June 20-July 20 | Daily 7 am-7 pm
207.737.4351
Pick your own strawberries.

THE STEWART'S FARM
Aug 1-Labor Day | Daily 8 am-sunset
Rte. 1A in Stockton Springs
207.879.1667
Pick your own wild Maine blueberries.

WILLIAM H. JORDAN FARM
Late June - mid-July
21 Wells Road in Cape Elizabeth
207.767-2740
www.jordansfarm.com
Pick your own strawberries. Call for times.

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PORTLAND TRAILS

Mackworth Island Trail
This easy 1.25-mile trail circles Mackworth with great views of Casco Bay. The trail is surfaced with wood chips and packed soil and leads past a fairy house village. Steep side trails allow more fit hikers access to the shoreline. Mackworth is a bird sanctuary of about 100 acres. It's connected to Falmouth by a causeway (look for the entrance off Route 1 at the end of Andrews Avenue.) and is open to visitors from dawn to dusk. The perimeter path is maintained by the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands. You can have your dog on a leash, and the gatehouse guard has been known to have treats for your dog. Borrow a map from the guard at the gatehouse. An outhouse also is available in the parking lot.

Eastern Prom Trail
Access this 2.1-mile trail either from the corner of Commercial and India streets or from the East End Beach parking area. You can also get to the trail from Commercial Street near Fore Street. The trail runs along the waterfront on an old rail corridor with terrific harbor and ocean views. Locals love to walk, run, bike and rollerblade here. There are public toilets at East End Beach - where there's swimming, kayaking and a boat launch. Dogs are allowed on the beach off season. The trail connects to Back Cove Trail near Tukey's Bridge.

University Park Trail
This unpaved trail of .6 miles begins on Harvard Street and loops back on Yale Street in a narrow area of woodlands. It's a flat trail that offers quiet and solitude. There is also room for dogs to roam. Access the trail from behind the Seventh Day Adventist Church on Allen Avenue or from Harvard Street off Washington Avenue. University Park Trail allows access to the Portland Arts and Technology High School Trail on Allen Ave.

Presumpscot River Trail
The 0.4-mile trail begins at the parking area on the west side of Allen Avenue Extension, opposite Walton Park. It's a primitive trail with many tree roots and winds through the woods, at points high above or very near the river. The trail ends just past the location of the former dam. Private property beyond this point is marked and should be respected.

Westbook Riverwalk
An attractive 0.6-mile bike and pedestrian path follows the bank of the Presumpscot River into Westbrook's Riverbank Park and historic downtown. The paved trail begins at Cumberland Street and ends at Bridge Street. Parking is available in Riverbank Park off Main Street.

Baxter Woods
Baxter Woods is a 30-acre nature preserve offering towering pines and quiet, shaded trails suitable for foot and bike traffic. It's a great off-leash area for dogs. A sign marks the start of the 0.75-mile main trail from the Stevens Avenue side. Parking is available along Hartley Street, Stevens Avenue and Forest Avenue.

Stroudwater Trail
This lovely wooded trail follows the winding banks of the Stroudwater River from the historic Stroudwater Village area to the Westbrook city line, west of Hutchins Drive. Three trailheads, each with parking for 5-9 cars, give access to the 2.75-mile trail. From outer Congress Street look for Portland Trails' sign 1/10 of a mile west of Westbrook Street at River's Edge Drive. Larger parking areas are available at Blueberry Rd. and Hutchins Dr.

Jewell Falls (Fore River Sanctuary)
Portland's only natural waterfall is on the edge of the 85-acre Fore River Sanctuary. It's a short walk from the end of Hillcrest Avenue. The heavily-wooded area is a habitat for songbirds and small mammals. Near the falls the trail connects to a loop trail that goes around the sanctuary. In all, there are 2 miles of trails. Hillcrest starts at the intersection of Brighton Avenue and Capisic Street. Parking is at the end of the road.

Find more trails at:
Portland Trails: www.trails.org
Appalachian Trail Conservancy: www.appalachiantrail.org
Bicycle Coalition of Maine: www.bikemaine.org
Eastern Trail Alliance: www.easterntrail.org
Healthy Maine Walks: www.maineaudubon.org
Maine Island Trail Association: www.mita.org
Maine Land Trust Network: www.mltn.org
Mountain Division Trail Alliance: www.mountaindivisiontrail.org
Rails to Trails Conservancy: www.railtrails.org
Saco Bay Trails: www.sacobaytrails.org
State Parks & Public Lands: www.maine.gov/doc/parks
The Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org/maine

FAVORITE MAINE CAMPING SPOTS

Baxter State Park | Millinocket
There are several campgrounds within the park, where you'll get the best views of Mt. Katahdin, Maine's highest peak. The park offers hiking on more than 30 trails, fishing, canoeing and other activities, and is a paradise for site-seers, photographers and naturalists. Go to www.baxterstateparkauthority.com or call 723-5140.

Bradbury Mountain State Park | Pownal
At 485 feet above sea level, the summit of Bradbury Mountain, featuring a scenic view of Casco Bay, is just a short climb. The park is available for hiking and biking. Picnic tables and outdoor grills are also available to campers. Go to www.bradburymountain.comor call 688-4712.

Penobscot River Outpost | Millinocket
The Penobscot River Outpost is a 36 acre facility with tent sites, cabin tents, yurts and cabins. For daytime fun, book rafting trips on the Class V rapids of the Penobscot River or skydiving. Go to www.jumpandraft.com.

Hermit's Island | Phippsburg
This family-oriented campground is located near sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and forested areas on this 1.5- by 0.5-mile peninsula. There are more than 275 campsites equipped with a picnic table, rock fire ring and parking for one car. There are also three small cabins if you prefer to skip out on the tent experience. Go to www.hermitisland.com or call 433-2101.

Moxie Outdoor Adventures
Specializes in whitewater adventures on the Kennebec, Dead and Penobscot rivers. You can choose a mild trip for the family or an all-out aggressive adventure on the water in a canoe, kayak or inflatable raft. Spend a couple days on the river all while enjoying camping, hiking, fishing and free meals. The packages provide guides, equipment, tents and meals. Packages include the Kennebec River Overnight ($230), the two-day Kennebec East Outlet Canoe & Raft ($260), the four-day Moose River Bow Canoe Trip ($450) and the two-day Kennebec Super Trip ($299). Go to www.moxierafting.com for details.

Magic Falls Rafting Company
Offers camping packages for any skill level or age. Raft the Kennebec or Dead rivers during the day and spend the night in cabins with electricity or rough it in a tent. You can also fun yak, bike or hike the trails, take a floating trip, rock climb or design your own adventure. Check www.magicfalls.com for rates and packages.

Sebago Lake State Park | Naples
This 1,400-acres recreation area is the perfect place for swimming, fishing, boating, trail hiking and biking. Picnic facilities, bathroom facilities (with hot showers and flush toilets), a boat ramp, lifeguards and a 250-site campground make this park a comfortable place to hang out for a day or a week. Go to www.bigmoosecabins.com to reserve your trip.

Moosehead Lake | Greenville
Designated campsites are maintained by the state, some accessible by car, while others are more remote and can only be accessed by foot or boat. Picnic tables, campfire rings and outhouses are available. Primitive campsites are also available with landowner permission and open fire permits are required. Other activities include biking, all-terrain vehicle riding, boating, canoeing, kayaking and rowing, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and much more. Go to www.mooseheadlake.org] or call 695-2702.

Recompense Shore Campground | Freeport
There are 115 sites and cottages stretched along a mile of oceanfront camping. It's next to Wolfe's Neck Farm with many local hiking trails, the Children's Day Camp, swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The shopping mecca of Freeport is only minutes away. Go to www.freeportcamping.com or call 865-9307.

Mount Desert Campground | Mount Desert
The family campground caters primarily to tenters although there are sites for RVs. Many of the tent sites have wooden platforms and electrical hookups. The waterfront sites overlook the northern tip of Somes Sound. There is an all tide boat launch and a swimming dock. The Gathering Place sells ice, wood, coffee, baked goods and ice cream. It's central location offers quick access to all parts of Acadia National Park. Go to www.mountdesertcampground.com or call 865-9307.

GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS TOURS

GREATER PORTLAND LANDMARKS TOURS
To schedule a group tour, call 207.774.556 x 104. For more information, go to www.portlandlandmarks.org]. At this site you'll also find information about self-guided tours like the Churches Walking Tour, Historic Portland tour and more.

GUIDED WALKING TOURS

Old Port Walking Tour
Mon-Sat 10:30 am | July 1-Sept 30 $7
Meet at the Portland Downtown District info booth at Tommy's Park (corner of Exchange and Middle) for this tour that gives you the inside scoop on Portland's days from a busy seaport to becoming the state's largest commercial center. Guides will take you back in time for a look at the people and events that shaped the city.

Homes of Portland's Golden Age Walking Tour (1800-1860)
Fridays 10:30 am-noon | July 1-Sept 30 $7
Meet at Portland Museum of Art (7 Congress Square) for this tour that showcases Portland's remaining Federal mansions and Greek Revival and Italianate homes around the Spring Street Historic District. This area was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 and was once home to Portland's richest merchants and entrepreneurs.

GUIDED TOURS

The Portland Observatory
portlandlandmarks.org/observatory The Observatory (1807) is the only remaining maritime signal tower in the country. Sea Captain-turned-entrepreneur Lemuel Moody built the tower to signal the arrival of ships into the harbor through the use of specialized flags. Climb the 103 steps to the top and enjoy the finest views of Portland, Casco Bay, the islands and the White Mountains. 30-45 minutes. Don't forget your camera! Tours are offered Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day. Admission: Adults $7 (Portland residents $5), $4 children 6-16 (Portland residents $2), under 6 FREE with paid adult. Greater Portland Landmarks members: FREE

Maine Historical Society Musuem
489 Congress St. 207-774-1822
www.mainehistory.org
The MHS Museum features changing exhibitions and programs spanning more than five centuries of Maine life. Drawing from the extensive collections of the Maine Historical Society, original exhibits feature art, artifacts and documents that vividly bring Maine history to life. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and students and $2 for children, and are waived with admission to the Wadsworth-Longfellow House. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Wadsworth-Longefellow House
489 Congress St. 207-774-1822
www.mainehistory.org
Within its walls lived three generations of one remarkable family that made significant contributions to the political, literary and cultural life of New England and the United States. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807Ð1882), grew up in the house and went on to become one of the most famous men of his time. Admission: adults: $8, students: $7, children: $3. Price includes admission to Maine Historical Society Museum. It's open to the public 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Victoria Mansion
109 Danforth Street 207-772-4841
www.victoriamansion.org
Victoria Mansion, also known as the Morse-Libby House, is the finest example of residential design from the pre-Civil War era in America. With superb architecture and well-preserved original interiors that were among the most lavish and sophisticated in their day, it is an unparalleled document of America's highest aspirations in architecture, interior design, and the decorative arts. Our history, a quick tour, and our present-day efforts at restoring the Mansion convey an impression of the significance of this unique site, which is of national and even international importance. Admission is $15 for adults, $13.50 for seniors, $4 for students ages 6 to 17, and free for children under 6. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Maine Narrow Gauge Railway
58 Fore Street 207-828-0814
www.mngrr.org
Take a trip back in time at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum. Enjoy magnificent views of Portland's waterfront aboard antique rail cars pulled by hard-working steam and diesel locomotives. Discover the unique two-foot gauge trains that linked rural Maine to the rest of the world. Admission to the museum is $2 for adults and $1 for seniors and children. Train tickets cost $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $6 for children older than 3, and include admission to the museum. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; rides leave on the hour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

Churches on the Peninsula
www.portlandlandmarks.org/events-tours/Self-Guided.php
Features 15 houses of worship including the First Parish Church (1824) with cannonballs from the 1775 British bombardment, the Abyssinian Meeting House (1828), which is the third oldest African American church in the United States, and the Cathedral Church of St. Luke (1868), with its beautiful carved mahogany woodwork and as its altarpiece painting, the "American Madonna" by John LeFarge. This tour also features Queen Anne and Gothic architecture, stained glass, a Paul Revere Co. bell and designs by John Calvin Stevens and Francis Fassett.

Freedom Trail
Markers are outside and accessible all year long
207-591-9980
http://www.portlandfreedomtrail.org
The City of Portland officially proclaimed the establishment of the Portland Freedom Trail on November 9, 2006 with the installation of a granite and bronze marker at the Eastern Cemetery. The cemetery was chosen as the first site to be unveiled on the trail in honor of the final resting place of many of Portland's abolitionist leaders. The Freedom Trail consists of 16 granite markers throughout the city. They highlight the people, places, events and daily life associated with the Underground Railroad and anti-slavery movement in Portland.

Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse Tour
off Fort Road in South Portland
Saturdays 11 am-3 pm | June 14-Oct 11
207-699-2676
www.springpointlight.org
Tour America's only publicly accessible caisson lighthouse, listed in the National Registry of Historic Buildings, and enjoy amazing views of Fort Gorges, Portland Harbor and Casco Bay Islands. Tours cost $5, kids 14 and under are free.

PRIVATE GROUP TOURS

Available from April through mid-October, you can get to know the city better by scheduling a private group tour (should be scheduled two weeks in advance). Call 774-5561.
The Eastern Cemetery is the oldest burial ground on the peninsula. Established in 1668, it is the resting place of early settlers and other famous Portlanders. Among those buried in Eastern Cemetery are Commodore Edward Preble, Lemuel Moody and the two young captains of the Boxer and the Enterprise, who died in a famous sea battle during the War of 1812. Interesting and beautiful headstone art symbolizes our ancestors' changing attitudes toward death over the years. 60-90 minutes

Congress Street is the commercial and transportation hub of downtown Portland. Our tour will trace the evolution of the street from its earliest beginnings as a back road to its present day configuration as the focal point for business and retail activity. Along the way, see how Portland's rich architecture changed to reflect the city's status as one of the leading maritime ports in America. Inside stories give a human face to the city and an insight into why Portland continues to be a growing and vibrant community. 60-90 minutes

From its earliest days, the East End/Munjoy Hill area has been home to a diverse group of citizens who have helped shape Portland's history. Learn how this area evolved from cow pasture to booming economic seaport, railroad hub and neighborhood. Along the way, notice the mix of residential, religious and commercial architecture and enjoy the spectacular views of Casco Bay from the Eastern Promenade. 60-90 minutes

The Western Promenade Tour focuses on 19th and 20th century residential architecture and what it reveals about Portland's society and culture. The tour route features the magnificent Italianate, Second Empire and Colonial Revival homes of Portland's successful 19th and early 20th century business leaders, as well as more humble examples of vernacular architecture. Recognized as one of America's best-preserved Victorian neighborhoods, the district was entered on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. 60-90 minutes

Step back in time in Portland's Old Port for a personal look at the events and people who shaped our city and left their imprint on its streetscapes and architecture. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor, you will be enchanted by the inside stories that trace the development of this historic area from its earliest days as a bustling seaport to its revival as a vibrant retail and commercial center. 60-90 minutes

PORTLAND'S OFF-LEASH DOG AREAS

Is it me, or does everyone in Portland have a dog or two? Dog-owners and lovers, check out Four-legged Freedom, a Switch article about the Portland Dog Parks.

Eastern Promenade Park & East End Beach
Eastern Prom 5-9 am & 5-10 pm (April 15-Oct. 15); 5 am-10 pm (Oct. 16-April 14). Beach part closed from Memorial Day to Labor DayOff leash area in Eastern Promenade Park within perimeter bounded by Portland House Property, water side of the Eastern Prom and Cutter Street (excluding the area known as Fort Allen Park). Bathrooms available seasonally.

Capisic Pond Park
Lucas and Brighton streets
Daylight hours
Dogs should be good under voice control due to many distractions. Beautiful trail next to the freshwater pond on 18 acres.

Jack School
North St.
Daylight hours
Dog off-leash area is behind school.

Pine Grove Park
Ray Avenue
Daylight hours
Easy access from Washington or Allen avenues.

Riverton Trolley Park
Bridgton Road (Rte. 302)
Daylight hoursTrail goes through wooded area and then near an open field. Be aware of cross country skiers in winter.

Valley Street Dog Park
Valley Street
Daylight hours
Highlights include water spigot, benches and decorative fire hydrants.

Hall School Woods
23 Orono Road
Daylight hours
Dog area is in the woods.

Ocean Avenue Landfill Trails
Ocean Avenue (near Falmouth line)
Daylight hours
1.5-mile trail surrounds the capped landfill. Be careful of quarry pits and water that may not be clean for swimming.

Evergreen Cemetery
672 Stevens Ave.
7 am-4:30 pm
Use the far side of the pond (not clean for swimming). The cemetery covers -- acres and maps are available at the office.

Quarry Run Dog Park
Ocean Avenue and Portland Street
Daylight hours
Near Landfill Trails but has a separate area for small dogs.

University Park
Harvard Street off Washington Avenue
Daylight hours
Street parking at Harvard St or at Seventh Day Adventist Church.

Portland Arts & Technology School
196 Allen Ave.
Daylight hours that do not interfere with classes
Dog area is in woods behind school.