Kennebunkport Turns Into A Winter Wonderland Each Year In Maine

There's no reason to dread winter in Maine - the picturesque surroundings we enjoy every day just get even more stunning when the weather gets cold. Sure, it does mean waking up a little earlier to shovel our driveways and sidewalks, and taking extra caution when driving on the roads, but there's nothing that beats the silent serenity of your surroundings blanketed in powder after a snowfall. Between the beautiful natural scenery and the Christmas Prelude celebration that's held in December, Kennebunkport is the best winter town in Maine, and worth a road trip from any corner of the state. Let's check it out.

It's cold in Kennebunkport, but all that ice sure is pretty.

Kennebunkport is pretty charming on a winter's day...

...and it's even more enchanting in the evening.

At Christmastime, this place becomes a real winter wonderland town in Maine.

The entire town dresses up in twinkle lights.

Fragrant, green wreaths adorn doors.

Festive trees are decorated with lights and lobsters.

And every building in the town looks warm and cozy.

To see this winter wonderland up close, take the trolley through the woods at the Seashore Trolley Museum.

Kennebunkport is the home of Christmas Prelude - a two-week celebration. The entire town gathers for the lighting of the tree in Dock Square.

The lobster pot Christmas tree is an annual tradition.

Santa arrives by lobster boat, then takes a tour through the town in a horse-drawn carriage.

Candlelight Caroling at the Franciscan Monastery will certainly put you in the holiday spirit.

Is it the candlelight, or are all the people of Kennebunkport just beautiful?

The only way to make a winter wonderland even more magical? Fireworks every Friday night!

Have you visited Kennebunkport during the Christmas Prelude celebration? Do you agree that it is the best winter town in Maine?

If you're looking for more reminders of Maine's winter beauty, check out these 15 majestic places that will make you think you're in the North Pole!