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We cruised around the islands (Cranberry Island in this photo). I think this picture best captures the rugged coastal beauty of Maine.
It was great September weather and we took advantage; hiking in Acadia National Park, canoeing and taking in the view from Cadillac Mountain on Mt. Desert Island.
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One of the old gate houses in Acadia Park that was built in the 1930's. |
Below is a snapshot of the beautiful Japanese Gardens near the tiny village of Northeast Harbor where we stayed.
Of course we indulged in some lobster-it was Maine after all! This red truck brimming with lobster traps was parked outside the lobster pound where we had dinner.
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We spent quite a bit of time in Bar Harbor, where the local ice cream parlor drew a constant crowd.
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A day trip down to Camden to see this beautiful seaport town.