A Maine Haven’s Guidebook
City/town information
Theme Parks (thrill rides and water park), the Saco River (boating, kayaking, fishing, swimming), hiking trails, and beaches. Quaint downtown center with local artists, mom and pop stores and dining.
12 locals recommend
Saco
Theme Parks (thrill rides and water park), the Saco River (boating, kayaking, fishing, swimming), hiking trails, and beaches. Quaint downtown center with local artists, mom and pop stores and dining.
Bon Appetit has great things to say about Portland, ME, but that’s just a fraction of its offerings. Beyond the amazing fresh seafood and worldly palate, explore the art/music scene, brew pubs and ice bars, or hop on a ferry (year round) and enjoy the views on the bay or bike one of the many islands. Shop the Old Port. Walk the wharf and witness a fishermen’s life.
273 locals recommend
Portland
Bon Appetit has great things to say about Portland, ME, but that’s just a fraction of its offerings. Beyond the amazing fresh seafood and worldly palate, explore the art/music scene, brew pubs and ice bars, or hop on a ferry (year round) and enjoy the views on the bay or bike one of the many islands. Shop the Old Port. Walk the wharf and witness a fishermen’s life.
Great variety of beaches, trails, and outdoor discovery. Hike or kayak in the vast marshes and you’ll certainly discover some terrific bird watching, marine life, and more.
9 locals recommend
Scarborough
Great variety of beaches, trails, and outdoor discovery. Hike or kayak in the vast marshes and you’ll certainly discover some terrific bird watching, marine life, and more.
Where to Eat…
OTTO
576 Congress StO'Reilly's Cure Restaurant & Bar
264 US-1Chaba Thai Cuisine
700 US-1The DAIRY CORNER
612 US-1A local favorite, portions are VERY generous!
Get there early and enjoy the sunset as you dine over the Scarborough Marsh. As the tides change, so do the local clam diggers and kayakers
35 locals recommend
The Bait Shed
9 Avenue 6Get there early and enjoy the sunset as you dine over the Scarborough Marsh. As the tides change, so do the local clam diggers and kayakers
Dine in and enjoy the historic mill interior, or dine in the patio and enjoy views of the Saco River and the sounds of local musicians
63 locals recommend
The Run of the Mill Public House and Brewery
100 Main StDine in and enjoy the historic mill interior, or dine in the patio and enjoy views of the Saco River and the sounds of local musicians
Golden Rooster
236 Main StVic & Whit's Sandwich Shop
206 Main StWine tastings and good local food.
Pacifico Restaurant
120 Main StreetTraditions
162 Main StQuiero Cafe
3 Deering AveFernleaf Bakery and Coffee House
20 Free St
Sugar Mama's Cafe and Juice Bar
209 Main StreetChaba Thai Cuisine
700 US-1
Sea Salt Lobster
660 Main StThings to Do...
Pine Point Beach
Expansive beach at low tide reveals tide pools, sand bars, and room. Either tide offers ample space for frisbees, sand castles, and sunning.
19 locals recommend
Camp Ellis
Bay AvenueExpansive beach at low tide reveals tide pools, sand bars, and room. Either tide offers ample space for frisbees, sand castles, and sunning.
Old Orchard Beach
Len Libby Chocolates
419 US-1
Funtown Splashtown USA
774 Portland RdSchooner Miniature Golf & Ice Cream
58 Ocean Park RdSaco Museum
371 Main StDunegrass Golf Club
65 Wild Dunes WaySightseeing
Saco Heath
163 Buxton RdFerry Beach State Park
95 Bayview RdYear round enjoyment for walking, running, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
19 locals recommend
The Eastern Trail
Year round enjoyment for walking, running, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
A small hidden gem just off of Main Street in Saco. A wooden bridge brings you to a small walk path with spaces for picnics, relaxation, or play chess on the permanent stone table. Completely surrounded by the soothing sounds and views of the Saco River.
Jubilee Park
26 Water StreetA small hidden gem just off of Main Street in Saco. A wooden bridge brings you to a small walk path with spaces for picnics, relaxation, or play chess on the permanent stone table. Completely surrounded by the soothing sounds and views of the Saco River.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Winter TraIl Hikes = snowshoes or Yak Trax & warm outerwear
There are MANY hiking/biking/cross country ski trails scattering the area, so a copy of the Saco Bay Trails Guidebook is in the Lofts Library for your reference. But if time is limited, we recommend visiting a portion of the Eastern Trail or the Saco Heath, both just a short car trip.
Book before you go
The Biddeford/Saco or Portland Arts Districts
Visit the websites for these areas to see what the latest shows are, and make it the start of your Friday Art Walk plans. Tour the city and join in their celebration of the local arts culture.