Discover Portland, The Hub of Coastal Maine

Maine is the north-easternmost state in the United States, and the only one that borders just a single other state. New Hampshire lies to the west; Quebec and New Brunswick make up the rest of the land border, and the Atlantic takes the whole eastern side. It is the largest state in New England by a wide margin (bigger than the other five put together) and one of the least densely populated in the country.

That size is the thing most first-time visitors misjudge. The drive from Kittery on the New Hampshire line to Fort Kent on the Canadian border is close to eight hours. Most people see the southern coast and Acadia National Park, which together account for a narrow strip of the state. The interior is forest, lakes and mountains, and the far north is farm country.

Where is Maine?

Maine sits at the top-right corner of the United States, north-east of Boston and directly north of the rest of New England. Portland is about two hours from Boston by road and five and a half from New York.

What is Maine known for?

Lobster, lighthouses and a rocky coastline, most immediately. Maine lands the great majority of the country’s lobster. Beyond that: Acadia, the only national park in New England; blueberries; and a working coast where fishing is still an industry rather than a display.