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News
- 7/10/2025: Step Back in Time to the 17th Century at Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site
- 6/26/2025: Maine State Park Update + 10 Parks to Explore This Summer
- 5/9/2025: Lyme Disease Awareness Month: Don't Let a Tick Make You Sick
Parks & Historic Sites: Days & Hours
Parks may be visited year-round, from 9:00 a.m. to sunset daily unless otherwise posted. Fees are collected at the booth by staff or through self-service stations.
For current status:
Please call the park or historic site directly.
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Park Amenities, such as water, restrooms and buildings, are shut down for the winter season as dictated by weather. Primitive toilets may be available at some locations.
Parking - Most parks and historic sites are not plowed during the winter due to seasonal staffing. A few parks are only plowed when the manager is on duty.
Upcoming Events & Activities
- July 15, 2025 : Archaeology Film Series at Colonial Pemaquid
- July 15, 2025 : Archaeology Film Series at Colonial Pemaquid
- July 16, 2025 : Mushrooms!!! at Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park
- July 16, 2025 : Forest Walk Meditation at Range Pond State Park
- July 18, 2025 : Scottish Small Pipes at Holbrook Island State Park
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