Region
Highlands
The state's wild north interior — Mount Katahdin, the 100-Mile Wilderness, Moosehead Lake. Bigger sky, fewer people, and the trailhead for the Appalachian Trail's last great push north.
Destinations
Highlands destinations
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Millinocket
Gateway to Baxter State Park and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail at Mount Katahdin, Maine's tallest peak.
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Bangor
Hub of eastern Maine - Stephen King's hometown, a riverfront reinvention, and your jumping-off point for Moosehead and Acadia.
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Greenville
The south shore of Moosehead Lake - Maine's largest - seaplane flights, moose safaris, and Kineo cliff across the water.
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Orono
Flagship University of Maine campus - Black Bears hockey, the Hudson Museum's Indigenous collections, and Orono Bog Boardwalk.
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Brewer
Across the river from Bangor - Chamberlain Freedom Park, the Waterfront trail, and Riverside Park overlooking downtown.
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Hampden
South of Bangor on the Penobscot - Leonard's Mills Living History Museum, Hampden Academy, and riverfront park access.
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Old Town
Old Town Canoe's birthplace on the Penobscot - the Indian Island tribal reservation and access to the Penobscot Experience.
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Dover-Foxcroft
Piscataquis shire town - Piscataquis River Grand Falls, Low's Covered Bridge, and a base for the 100-mile Wilderness.
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Glenburn
Pushaw Lake shoreline north of Bangor - Hirundo Wildlife Refuge trails and a quiet ice-fishing lake in winter.
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Hermon
Bangor bedroom community - Hermon Pond, Riverside campground, and the gateway drive west toward Moosehead on Route 2.
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Lincoln
Penobscot River lake chain, moose-and-fly-fishing country, and ATV access to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.
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Newport
Sebasticook Lake beach, Newport Village Historic District, and the Moosehead Trail drive north from I-95 up Route 7.
Hotels
Where to stay in Highlands
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Pittsfield
Cozy Home in Pittsfield
One-bedroom vacation home in Pittsfield, Maine with full kitchen, free parking, and WiFi. Walking distance to hospital and downtown. 9.9/10 rating.
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Old Town
The Sovereign Suite
Spacious two-bedroom apartment near Bangor with home theater, full kitchen, and fireplace. Perfect for families and groups seeking a quiet retreat.
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Greenville
Lakeside Chalet
Spacious lakeside holiday home in Greenville with private beach, fireplace, and full kitchen. Perfect for families and groups seeking Maine lake country.
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Greenville
Bobcat Cabin
Private two-bedroom cabin on Moosehead Lake in Greenville, Maine. Beach access, full kitchen, fireplace, pet-friendly. Ideal for families and groups.
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Greenville
Secluded Greenville Cabin on Moosehead Lake
Walk to Moosehead Lake from this spacious 3-bedroom cabin in Greenville. Perfect for groups. Free WiFi, fireplace, full kitchen. 9.7/10 rated.
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Lee
Silver Lake Inn
Lakefront B&B in Lee, Maine with homemade breakfast, kayaks, and friendly hosts. Perfect for couples and families seeking a quiet retreat near Acadia.
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Bangor
Spacious Home near Airport
Four-bedroom vacation home near Bangor Airport. Fully equipped kitchen, free parking, sleeps groups and families. Quiet neighborhood, 9.6/10 rating.
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Greenville
White Lobster Cottage
Four-bedroom lake house in Greenville with private beach access, outdoor fireplace, and mountain views. Perfect for families and groups seeking outdoor activities.
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Greenville
East Cove
Private four-bedroom lakefront home in Greenville with beach access, fireplace, and mountain views. Perfect for families and groups seeking space and nature.
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Dexter
Labyrinthia Guest House
Intimate adults-only guest house near Dexter with exceptional breakfast, sprawling gardens, and a welcoming host. 9.4/10 from 83 guests.
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Guilford
Guilford Bed and Breakfast
Gourmet breakfast and thoughtful hosts in a historic Guilford home. Central location for foliage season and lake getaways. 9.4/10 rating.
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Orono
Hotel Ursa
Clean, recently renovated 3-star hotel on the University of Maine campus. Free parking, on-site café, and excellent value for visiting families and couples.