Trip Closeout

We really enjoyed our time in Maine.  The scenery was amazing, the campgrounds were great, and we ate lots of good food! 

The gem of the trip turned out to be Boothbay Harbor.  And we almost didn't go there - thank goodness that during my trip research I found it and then when the time came to pick a place, I remembered it and found a place to camp with no advance notice. Otherwise, the trip wouldn't have been the same.  It had a great small town feel, great places to eat, and the lobster - delicious!  We can't wait to go back there and spend more time.  Heck, I'm ready to buy a condo there!

We liked Acadia, but I think it would be better in the fall when the crowds are lighter.  It's a small national park, so when the people pour in, you definitely notice.

If we had it to do all over again, we'd probably have spent more time around Rockport and Marblehead and a day or two less in Old Orchard Beach.  And a day in Portland would have been nice, too.  I think both Jeff and I would agree that a car is a necessity when camping in New England if you want to check out places off the beaten path, like Kennebunkport, where there is no RV parking.

My memories of the trip will be the scenery and the food.  The waves crashing on the rocks in Acadia, the trees on the coastline, the New England churches, and the harbor towns.  And I have to say it again, the lobster!  I loved getting lobster in Boothbay Harbor, fresh from the fishermen.  The lobster club, the lobster roll, and steamed lobsters with corn.  And the homemade ice cream in Boothbay Harbor - the Maine blueberry ice cream was divine.

I'd highly recommend the trip, and look forward to doing it again in the years to come.  Now to start planning our next adventure...