Falling for New England: York and Ogunquit, Maine

Lobsters, charming seaside towns, lighthouses, wild blueberries. These are what come to mind when I think of Maine. Last August, we visited our cousin's new vacation home in York, and got the opportunity to explore both York and neighboring Ogunquit, which is only fifteen minutes' drive away. Years ago, friends had recommended Ogunquit, so we were excited to visit.
Perkins Cove
lobster and fishing boats
A unique footbridge caught our eye as we walked around the little harbor of Perkins Cove. It was fascinating to see the drawbridge opening and closing to let boats through. We later learned that the drawbridge was scheduled for demolition this year, and a new bridge will replace it.
Perkins Cove Drawbridge
We went up the drawbridge to get a bird's-eye view of the lovely little harbor. It was exciting to watch the drawbridge open for a lobster boat, as you can see in the video.
It was pure serendipity that Footbridge Lobster was having a promotion for $5 a lobster (1.25 lbs or more.) After we ordered, the employee literally walked across the street to the docks to fill our cooler with fresh off the boat lobsters. It sure can't get any fresher than that! 
ordering our lobsters at Foot Bridge Lobster
lobsterman bringing in their catch
Needless to say, we feasted on lobsters for several days. Lobsters for dinner, lobster sandwiches for lunch, and lobster with oatmeal for breakfast. We were happy campers.
We enjoyed a stroll along Marginal Way, the 1.25 mile walkway that meanders along the rocky shoreline. There are plenty of benches to sit and view the stunning ocean vista.
views along Marginal Way
A trip to York won't be complete without a visit to Nubble Light.
Nubble Light, York
People flock to New England for its stunning fall foliage. If you prefer less crowded places, the Maine coast is a good alternative. Happy Fall, Y'all!



Comments

  1. Oh my goodness! Lobster can't be any fresher than walk across and get them out of the cage. Wowza! Lobster for all meals. Yummy. Yummy. Yummy. I love Maine too. Too bad the bridge is going to be replaced. Perhaps it was a safety issue. Your pictures and explanation are fantastic!

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  2. The coast of Maine is so beautiful! I wish I had had more time when I visited Boston in 2019 to go there. By the way, the lobster looks delicious!

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  3. Our trip to New England in the fall got cancelled due to the pandemic. It's about darn time I reschedule. Looks marvelous.
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  4. You had me at lobster 🦞
    I'd love to visit Maine someday.

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  5. Talk about picturesque and quaint, your photos are it. Plus such abundance of lobster. Perfect place to visit.

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  6. Wow, gorgeous! One of the few states I've never visited, but I would sure like to sometime!

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  7. Looks beautiful. I’d love to visit.
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  8. Wonderful views and food. My mouth is watering as I think of lobster. I visited Maine a few years ago, staying in Boothbay Harbour and was able to sample local lobster. Just delicious. Thank you for your comment on my blog.

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  9. Lobsters look so tasty. Nice pictures of the charming lobster fishing village and drawbridge. Reminds me to go back to Maine for a visit.
    Sue

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  10. Always wanted to see the East Coast, especially Maine and Vermont. Oh those lobters!!!!

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  11. dh and I are considering a move to Maine... thank you for the great peek into it. We love the Northeast. LeeAnna at not afraid of color

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  12. Hi Eileen
    Thank you for showing us this beautiful place!!!

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    1. Hi Ji,
      So nice to hear from you. Where are you these days? Send me an email - mvmaithai@gmail.com

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  13. Happy to hear from you. Anyway, I will send an email to you

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