Sights in Freeport
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Desert of Maine
William Tuttle came to Freeport in 1797 to farm potatoes, but his deadly combination of clear-cutting and overgrazing caused enough erosion to expose the glacial desert hidden beneath the topsoil. The shifting dunes, which are 70ft deep in some areas, cover entire trees and the old farm’s buildings. Admission includes a 30-minute tram tour and lots of kiddy activities. To reach the farm, take I-95 exit 19 and head west of the highway for 2 miles.
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Bradbury Mountain State Park
Bradbury Mountain State Park has several miles of forested hiking trails, including an easy 10-minute hike to a 485-foot summit. It yields a spectacular view all the way to the ocean. There are 35 rustic campsites here. To reach it, take ME 125 and ME 136 north from Freeport, and turn left just after crossing I-95; from there, follow the state park signs.
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DeLorme Mapping Company
Don’t miss a visit to this office with its giant 5300 sq ft rotating globe, Eartha, in nearby Yarmouth at exit 17 off I-95. Maker of the essential Maine Atlas and Gazetteer, DeLorme also creates maps and software for every destination in the United States.
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Wolf Neck Woods State Park
Wolf Neck Woods State Park, just outside Freeport, has 5 miles of easy hiking trails, including a scenic Shoreline Walk that skirts Casco Bay. To reach the park, take Bow Street and turn right on Wolf Neck Rd.
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Winslow Memorial Park
Overlooking the islands of Casco Bay, the Winslow Memorial Park, is a 90-acre seaside park with a short nature trail and a beach area for swimming.
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