Whether you prefer scrambling along our rocky coasts or reaching new heights on our tall mountain peaks, Maine has something that will appeal to just about everyone. But, there are some incredible scenes that truly define what Maine is all about. Here, for your viewing pleasure, are just a few of the most mind-blowing scenes that we feel capture the essence of all we have to offer. We could have made this a list of 100 scenes, but let’s start slowly and maybe we’ll create one of our famous “Part Two” articles later!

1. Majestic Mount Katahdin in the distance from Millinocket.
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2. Or, if you're among the strongest, the view from the top.
Jeffrey Stylos / Flickr
3. A glowing sunset over the working lobster boats of Cape Porpoise.
Raging Wire / Flickr
4. The view of idyllic Camden from Camden Hills State Park.
Doug Kerr / Flickr
5. Nubble Light on a winter's day...
Damian Manda / Flickr
6. ...And West Quoddy Head on a sunny spring day.
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7. ...And, perhaps the most iconic of all of Maine's lights, Portland Head Light guiding boats home in Casco Bay.
Raging Wire / Flickr
8. A covered bridge nestled in the woods. This one is Hemlock Bridge near Fryeburg.
Bob Travis / Flickr

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9. Munjoy Hill's Portland Observatory towering over the city.
Corey Templeton / Flickr
10. Fall foliage in the Moosehead Lake region.
Dana Moos / Flickr
11. A bright, oceanside window, like this one at Boyce's Motel, in Stonington.
Spencer Means / Flickr
12. The bright greens and blues of Maine farmland.
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13. A quiet stream in the forest to spend some time alone.
Jack Flanagan / Flickr
14. The sunset view from the summit of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park.
Dave Wilson / Flickr
15. The cobblestone streets of Portland's Old Port. Pictured here is Wharf Street.
Corey Templeton / Flickr
16. Ending the day with one last SUP on your favorite lake. This one is Lake Cobbosseecontee.
Chris Goldberg / Flickr

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