Maine may be home to some rough winters, but don’t let that get you down! Sure, waking up early to shovel your driveway is less than desirable, but there winter in Maine also offers plenty of perks – you just need to know where to look! For example, every winter, Aroostook State Park completely transforms into a beautiful wonderland, and you should check it out. Come along with us and let’s take a closer look:

Our adventure starts nestled within Presque Isle in Aroostook County.
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It is here that you will find Aroostook State Park, which is a true nature lover’s paradise.
Beautiful year round, this 898-acre state park was formed in 1938.
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Today it stand as the first official state park of Maine.
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No matter what time of year you visit, you’re sure to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural scenery Maine has to offer.
The park features 3 miles of hiking trails, each one ranging in difficulty.
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However, all of them will take you on quite the adventure to some of the most scenic vistas in Maine.
One of the park’s main attractions during the warmer months is Echo Lake.
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In the spring in summer, it’s common to see many locals swimming, fishing, and exploring Echo Lake by kayak.

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But when winter sets in, things change.
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That's when the park transforms into quite the winter wonderland!
The area sees nearly 90-inches of snowfall per year.
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That's a lot of snow! But people are used to dressing warmly for the firgid Maine winter weather.
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And after a few snowfalls, the state park is truly a sight to see.
It’s a great place to go cross-country skiing.
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You'll have nothing by wide-open Maine state park land to traverse and enjoy all of what nature has to offer all around you.
Or bring a sled and fly down a hill!
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No matter how you spend your time, you're certainly in for a treat.

For more information, check out the Maine State Parks website. Have you ever been to Aroostook State Park in winter? Which do you think are the best state parks in Maine during the winter? How many state parks in Maine have you visited? Share your experiences with us in the comments below! For those who would like to explore other winter hikes in and around the area, you can find some great trails by going to the AllTrails website. Also, be sure to check out these six Maine Day Trips That Are Even Cooler During The Winter. If you’re still in the mood for more Maine adventures, take a look at this video about Acadia National Park:

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Where can we find historic homes in Maine?

  • The Marrett House in Standish retains much of the furniture and room arrangements since it was built and renovated throughout the 1800s.
  • The Harriet Beecher Stowe House in Brunswick is where this famous abolitionist wrote the book, “Uncle Tom's Cabin.”
  • Castle Tucker in Wiscassett is named after the family by the same name that was prominent in the shipping industry in the early 1800s.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other interesting historic homes in Maine. What are some things that are unique to Maine?

  • Because there is so much coastline, there are over 60 lighthouses.
  • The 100-Mile Wilderness is here and is believed by many to be the hardest portion of the entire Appalachian Trail.
  • It’s where you’ll always find the first sunrise in America every day.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other cool things that are unique to Maine. Where can we find haunted attractions in Maine?

  • The Kennebec Arsenal in Augusta was once a facility that housed the mentally ill and its former patients are believed to haunt the property.
  • The movie version of the book “Pet Sematary” by Stephen King was filmed at haunted Mount Hope Cemetery in Bangor, where creepy happenings are supposedly occurring.
  • Many paranormal activities are said to occur at Pocomoonshine Lake located in Washington County.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other haunted attractions in Maine.

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