The Best Fall Activities in Maine, According to Locals

We’ve finally made it, folks. Turn those frowns upside down, because it’s officially fall in Maine.

Fall is simply the best season. There’s no reason to bury the lede. It’s so far ahead of the other three, it’s practically on a different planet. And in Maine, it’s in another solar system.

Maine is one of the Best States to Enjoy the Fall Season

Being away for college actually made me appreciate the season even more. Having gone to school south of the Mason-Dixon line, I can’t say I experienced much of a fall. It was five years of 80-degree weather until November—it didn’t even feel like a different season than summer.

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I’ve been incredibly lucky to have lived and worked in Maine ever since. Fall in Maine is like nowhere else (especially West Virginia). Crisp mornings, mild days, and cool nights make for the absolute perfect level of comfort. Not to mention, it’s sweatshirt weather—a true Mainer’s uniform.

The foliage is special, the harvest strong, and the baking exquisite. There’s really nothing negative to say about fall in Maine.

I was curious to see if this was a common belief, which I assumed it was. But as they say, never assume anything.

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So, we put out the call for the best things about Maine in the fall: the festivals, fairs, food, and phenomena that help create a truly unique atmosphere for the season.

What are the Best Fall Activities in Maine?

Thanks to our stations’ social media, we can now share a list of what makes fall so special.

Below is a list of what was suggested to us. How many of these do you love? Or are you just waiting for winter? Or maybe looking ahead to next summer?