You can take some amazing day trips near Portland, Maine to see the most unique and charming natural and man-made sites in the Northeast.

On the plus side, Maine has more than 30 state parks, and many of them are as gorgeous ... and beautiful views of the towns of Falmouth and Portland and the surrounding areas of Casco Bay.

Maine's state parks saw a near-record number of visitors ... Also read: New music venue coming to Portland Despite the spike in tourism, seasonal staffing shortages remain a challenge for the ...

Make plans to view these iconic towers from the water with a guided tour, explore the scenic parks and coastal ... miles northeast of Portland, is the image on the Maine state U.S. quarter.