We recently gave you a list of some of the most underrated places in Maine. We could have made that list one of our longest, which got us thinking. As a state, Maine tends to fly under the radar. That’s great for all of us who want to make sure we can enjoy the unspoiled areas for as long as possible. But, from a pride perspective, we just can’t help but want to brag. So, we’ve compiled a list of reasons why Maine just might be the most underrated state in America.
- People think we’re hard to get to.
Jimmy Emerson, DVM / Flickr
Joanna Nichols Basinger / Facebook
CadaverTeeth / Flickr We have two international airports - one in Portland and one in Bangor. If you don’t like flying, you can take the Amtrak Downeaster which now travels from Brunswick to Boston with lots of stops in between. If you’re not into either of those, hop on my favorite mode of southbound transportation, the Concord Coach Lines. The buses are clean, the drivers lovely and, with service between Bangor and New York City, it is comprehensive and efficient.
- People only think of lobster when they think of Maine food.
Primo Restaurant / Facebook The reality is that Maine has a thriving food scene - and it’s not just Portland! Primo in Rockland has been featured in a number of our articles for a variety of great reasons!
- People think that anything worth discovering has already been discovered.
El El Frijoles / Facebook Nope! There are plenty of hidden gems nestled throughout the state. El El Frijoles in Sargentville is loved by many, but from the outside you’d never know it was one of the best mexican meals in Maine! There’s plenty left to discover since Mainers continue to create new things all the time.
- People see our politics on the news and think nothing gets done.
Sam T / Flickr But, in reality, we are at the forefront of some issues. In 2012, Maine was one of the first (along with Maryland and Washington) states to legalize same-sex marriage by popular vote.
- People think we’re only southern Maine.
w / Flickr We have some beautiful, rural land. Check out our Northern towns in Aroostook and Washington Counties.
- People think we’re only coast land.
Jim Liestman / Flickr Our coast is incredible, but we have so much to enjoy inland as well. Check out Baxter State Park for some inland adventures.
- People think we’re the “other” Portland.
las - initially / Flickr Nope, we’re actually the FIRST Portland. We also have an actual working waterfront.
- People think we live constantly in the cold.
Flickr/Peter Dutton The average July high temperature in Portland is 79. So, grab a cooler, a towel, some friends and family and head to Higgins Beach. Click here for seven other great beach options in Maine.
- People think we lack the culture of other states.
Flickr/Christine John Fournier Well! If our revolutionary history isn’t enough for you, keep in mind that we have our own language.
- People think they have to head out west for good skiing.
Wikipedia/Vratkostermen Maine actually has great ski conditions. From Sugarloaf to Mt. Abram, Maine has some of the best powder options in New England and in all the country.
Do you think Maine is underrated? Or, are you happy to keep our home secret? Let us know over on our Facebook page!
Jimmy Emerson, DVM / Flickr
Joanna Nichols Basinger / Facebook
CadaverTeeth / Flickr
We have two international airports - one in Portland and one in Bangor. If you don’t like flying, you can take the Amtrak Downeaster which now travels from Brunswick to Boston with lots of stops in between. If you’re not into either of those, hop on my favorite mode of southbound transportation, the Concord Coach Lines. The buses are clean, the drivers lovely and, with service between Bangor and New York City, it is comprehensive and efficient.
Primo Restaurant / Facebook
The reality is that Maine has a thriving food scene - and it’s not just Portland! Primo in Rockland has been featured in a number of our articles for a variety of great reasons!
El El Frijoles / Facebook
Nope! There are plenty of hidden gems nestled throughout the state. El El Frijoles in Sargentville is loved by many, but from the outside you’d never know it was one of the best mexican meals in Maine! There’s plenty left to discover since Mainers continue to create new things all the time.
Sam T / Flickr
But, in reality, we are at the forefront of some issues. In 2012, Maine was one of the first (along with Maryland and Washington) states to legalize same-sex marriage by popular vote.
w / Flickr
We have some beautiful, rural land. Check out our Northern towns in Aroostook and Washington Counties.
Jim Liestman / Flickr
Our coast is incredible, but we have so much to enjoy inland as well. Check out Baxter State Park for some inland adventures.
las - initially / Flickr
Nope, we’re actually the FIRST Portland. We also have an actual working waterfront.
Flickr/Peter Dutton
The average July high temperature in Portland is 79. So, grab a cooler, a towel, some friends and family and head to Higgins Beach. Click here for seven other great beach options in Maine.
Flickr/Christine John Fournier
Well! If our revolutionary history isn’t enough for you, keep in mind that we have our own language.
Wikipedia/Vratkostermen
Maine actually has great ski conditions. From Sugarloaf to Mt. Abram, Maine has some of the best powder options in New England and in all the country.
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