One of our absolute favorite things to do when we are out riding around is to find roadside oddities and attractions. We have been known to make many a U-turn while driving down the road. This page will be dedicated to any roadside attractions we have found in the state of Maine.
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Bass Harbor Head Light Station
Location: 116 Lighthouse Rd
City: Bass Harbor, Tremont
Region of State Located: South/Central
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The Bass Harbor Head Light Station sits on the southwest corner of Mt Desert Island. It’s one of 80 lighthouses scattered amongst Maine and is one of 3 managed by Acadia National Park. A word of caution. There is only a very small parking lot for and there is no parking allowed along the roadside. You will probably only get a spot during the day. At night it is the most crowded for photographers trying to catch the perfect sunset.
Bass Harbor Head Light Station Official Website
Fisherman Statue
Location: 754 Bar Harbor Rd
City: Trenton
Region of State Located: South/East
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Comments: After a day of riding around Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park, we were heading back to our campground. When we passed this I had to get a picture.
Penobscot Narrows Bridge
Location: 740 Fort Knox Rd
City: Prospect
Region of State Located: South/Central
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Comments: The Penobscot Narrows Bridge was opened to traffic in 2006. It replaced the Waldo-Hancock Bridge and spans about 2120 Feet across the Penobscot River. The observatory stands at 447 feet and for a small fee, you can take the elevators up to the top of the bridge allowing you some great views.
One of the things we found to be most amazing is that the entire weight of the bridge and any cars that are on it are supported by cables that are 1/5 “ in diameter. Ok, not one thin strand but 7 of these thin wires are twisted together making up 1 cable. After the 7 are twisted together they are coated with epoxy to prevent corrosion.
There was plenty of parking, restrooms, and areas to sit down and relax.
Check Out My Short Video About This Bridge
Video of Penobscot Narrows Bridge
Official Webpage: The Penobscot Narrows Bridge