Maine’s Most Beautiful Town is This Midcoast Gem
One of Midcoast Maine's popular seacoast spots has been included on quite the prestigious list.
In fact, it was named the most beautiful small town in Maine by Town & Country Magazine. Talk about some bragging rights.
Of course, I'm talking about the town of Camden. It's not only a popular destination for many a Mainer and tourist, but also a town that I love to visit. Heck, I even enjoy a simple drive through the village.
Camden is unquestionably beautiful. The town is situated right on Maine's beautiful coast. It features a stunning harbor filled with old schooners, fishing boats, and windjammers. The waterfront is also loaded with quality restaurants that will blow you away with taste.
Just above the waterfront is the main drag that perfectly encapsulates everything to love about a small Maine village. The main street is always bustling with life, and for good reason. It's a smorgasbord of small shops, charming inns, and eateries.
Speaking of inns, Camden might be Maine's number one spot for bed & breakfasts. It seems that every large, historic house has been converted into an amazing B&B. This includes an actual castle that you can stay in. If this doesn't scream "charming," I'm not sure what does.
As wonderful as this all is, we haven't even gotten to the best part, the state park. Literally minutes away from the downtown is the entrance to Camden Hills State Park, the home to Mount Battie. The summit is an easy hike. However, an auto road to the top also exists in case the hike isn't in the cards.
The views from the summit are some of the best in Maine. It's a spectacular sight that showcases Camden and the bay.
Honestly, Town & Country nailed it with this selection. While there are many beautiful towns in Maine, especially along the coast, nothing quite compares to this special little place. It truly is a perfect representation of all that is wonderful about Maine.
This is great publicity for Camden, a town that continues to grow in popularity from both Mainers and tourists alike. And now, all I want to do is go visit again.
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