Freeport

Freeport, Maine is a small town with spectacular scenery and charming shops. No matter what season of the year a person visits, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy. One of the top destinations is Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park. It offers a mix of coastal areas with both rocky and sandy beaches and woods that are ideal for hiking. Be sure to bring a pair of binoculars and a camera for birding and taking photos of the sunrise and scenery.

Another place to check out is Bradbury Mountain State Park. The best time of the year to visit is in late September through mid-October, when the leaves change color. There are hikes for all ability levels, and mountain biking is allowed in the park. The hike to the summit is easy enough for young children to complete.

For fun indoor activities, visit the When Pigs Fly Bakery. This family-owned and operated bakery offers a wide selection of freshly baked breads, cookies, pies, butters and more. Visitors are invited to try as many samples as they like in order to decide which options to buy for the trip home.

Adults may want to visit the Maine Beer Company, which offers tours and a tasting room. Specializing in craft and seasonal beers, the offerings vary from one month to the next. There are often food trucks in the parking lot, so guests can make an evening out of pretzels or pizza and a new type of micro brew.