Reid State Park

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Reid State Park, located in Georgetown, Maine, is a stunning coastal destination that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Maine region. The park is known for its beautiful sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, and scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach, explore the rugged coastline, or take a leisurely hike through the park's trails, Reid State Park has something for everyone.

One of the park's main attractions is Mile Beach, a two-mile stretch of sandy shoreline that is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing. The beach is also popular with surfers and kite flyers, making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can also explore the park's extensive network of hiking trails, which wind through the park's diverse coastal landscape, offering stunning views of the ocean and opportunities to spot local wildlife.

In addition to its natural beauty, Reid State Park also offers a variety of recreational activities, including picnicking areas, a playground, and a snack bar. The park is a popular destination for families, offering a safe and enjoyable environment for children to play and explore. Visitors can also take advantage of the park's educational programs and guided nature walks, which provide insight into the park's unique ecosystem and wildlife.

Established: 1946 (78 years ago)Elevation: 30 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°47'12"N, 69°43'47"W

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Reid State Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort Popham, Burnt Island Light, Hendricks Head Light, Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library.

3.5 miSW
Historical place, Forts and castles
Fort Popham, Phippsburg
89 min walk • Fort Popham is a Civil War-era coastal defense fortification at the mouth of the Kennebec River in Phippsburg, Maine. It is located in sight of the short-lived Popham Colony and, like the colony, named for George Popham, the colony's leader.
5.2 miNE
Lighthouse
Burnt Island Light, Southport
133 min walk • The Burnt Island Light, built in 1821, is the second oldest surviving lighthouse in Maine. It hosts a living history museum run by the state Department of Marine Resources.
3.2 miNE
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Hendricks Head Light, Boothbay Harbor
81 min walk • Hendricks Head Light is a lighthouse in Southport, Maine marking the west side of the mouth of the Sheepscot River. The light station was established in 1829, and its present structures date to 1875. It was deactivated in 1933, but relit in 1951.
6.7 miNE
Library, Greek Revival architecture
Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library, Boothbay Harbor
172 min walk • Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library is the public library of Boothbay Harbor, Lincoln County, Maine. It is located at 4 Oak Street, in an architecturally significant Greek Revival building constructed as a private residence in 1842.
3.8 miSW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Pond Island Light, Pond Island National Wildlife Refuge
98 min walk • Pond Island Light is a lighthouse at the mouth of the Kennebec River, Maine. It was first established in 1821 on Pond Island at the mouth of the Kennebec. The present structure was built in 1855.
4.2 miNW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Squirrel Point Light, Phippsburg
107 min walk • Squirrel Point Light is a lighthouse marking the southwestern point of Arrowsic Island on the Kennebec River. It was established in 1898, as part of a major upgrade of the river's lights — the Doubling Point Light and the separate Range Lights on the point, Perkins Island Light, and Squirrel Point Light were all built at the same time.
7 miNE
43°51'22"N • 69°37'34"W
Boothbay Region Historical Society, Boothbay Harbor
180 min walk • History museum, Museum
4.7 miNW
Georgian architecture
McCobb–Hill–Minott House, Phippsburg
120 min walk • The McCobb–Hill–Minott House is a historic house at 44 Parker Head Road in Phippsburg, Maine. Built in 1774, it is a high quality example of late Georgian architecture, notable for its architecture and its prominent residents, who included Mark Langdon Hill, Maine's first United States Congressman.
6.9 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Pythian Opera House, Boothbay Harbor
177 min walk • The Pythian Opera House, also known historically as the Knights of Pythias Hall, Boothbay Harbor Opera House and The Opera House, and formally as The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, is a historic meeting hall and multifunction building at 86 Townsend Avenue in Boothbay Harbor, Maine.
5 miSW
National park
Popham Beach State Park
127 min walk • Popham Beach State Park is a stunning natural gem located in the picturesque town of Phippsburg, Maine. This coastal paradise boasts a long stretch of sandy beach, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing. The park is also home to a diverse array of wildlife...
5.1 miE
Island
Squirrel Island
131 min walk • Squirrel Island, Maine is an island in the Gulf of Maine and village within the town of Southport, Maine. It was established as a summer community in 1871.