Fall Is The Perfect Time To Visit This Historic Mountain Town In Maine
Fall is one of the best times to get outside and explore Maine. The days are still warm enough to avoid bundling up and the cool days are crisp and refreshing. The forests just about everywhere are changing colors which means rich reds and bright yellows surround us. There’s plenty to do, including hikes. But we love just hopping in the car and exploring the small towns. One great destination is this Oxford County town, located in the mountains.
Bethel, located in Oxford County, has been voted one of the best mountain towns in Maine and we completely agree!
The town is the ancestral land of the Abenaki people, like much of the state. It was settled by European settlers in 1774 after a grant by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1768.
One of the best is Grafton Notch State Park, a must-visit for nature lovers. Be sure to check out the trail to Screw Auger Falls, which you can learn more about here.
Newry is right next to Bethel and a great stop is the Artist's Bridge. Officially known as the Sunday River Bridge, this beauty was build in 1872 and is often the subject of photographers and painters. It was closed to vehicular traffic In 1958 which makes it a lovely walk over the Sunday River.
Sunday River Bridge, Sunday River, Newry, ME 04261, USA
If you can stay overnight to make a weekend of it consider the beautiful Bethel Inn Resort. You'll be fully surrounded by the gorgeous fall colors, making this the perfect autumn weekend away.
The Bethel Inn Resort, 21 Broad St, Bethel, ME 04217, USA
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
