With 6,000 lakes, 32,000 miles of rivers, 5,000 miles of coast and 17 million acres of forestland, there’s plenty of room to spread out and experience all Maine has to offer. Perhaps you'll discover a charming family campground tucked away along the shores of a pristine lake, a cozy weathered cottage on a bluff overlooking a sheltered cove, a rustic theatre offering entertaining performances somewhere off the beaten path, or a unique museum presenting an intriguing look into an important aspect of Maine history. You can fulfill all of your vacation needs here, from the fast-paced excitement of your favorite outdoor activity, to the exceptional performances of our theatre companies and symphony orchestras. Tour a living history museum in the morning and dine in an elegant restaurant in the evening. Ski the slopes of a world-class resort by day, and relax in an historic bed & breakfast at night. Browse countless antique shops or search for a bargain in our outlet stores. Stretch out on a white-sand beach or on the deck of a windjammer.

If art is your passion, you can celebrate art in Maine and discover the state's unique and lively cultural heritage. Maine's thundering surf, fog-shrouded islands, and craggy forests have inspired artists for generations. Explore the beauty of Maine and tour Maine's seven leading art museums on the Maine Art Museum Trail. Or perhaps maritime history intrigues you? Discover hundreds of years of colorful maritime history and culture from the upland forests through the long river valleys to the deeply indented, island-speckled coast.

Whether you stand on the banks of one of our many lakes or ponds, in the shallows of our dancing streams and rushing rivers, or cast a line from our more than 5,500 miles of coast, fishing in Maine is a great escape from everyday life. And it’s surprisingly easy to do. Because of its simplicity and the beauty of Maine’s natural environment, and since the state has been visited for centuries for its abundant fishing opportunities, a fishing excursion is easy and accessible for everyone in the family. Whether you fish from a canoe, a wooden dock, the shores of the ocean or a scenic lake or pond, a day spent wetting a line can be one of the best ways to relax, enjoy the view, and spend time with family and friends.

Finally, discover Maine’s rugged beauty and amazing wildlife. Pristine streams flow from craggy mountains through magical pine forests, down to the bold and rocky coast. And everywhere are diverse wildlife popultations that can be seen in abundance, many found nowhere else on the East Coast. A visit to Maine — whether to the mountains, lakes, forests or thousands of miles of coastline — can only be complete by experiencing Maine’s natural treasures. See a moose. Hear the loon’s melancholy cry. Watch seals playing in our harbors or photograph puffins on a rocky coastal island.

To start planning your Maine getaway, check out www.visitmaine.com.