Things to do in Boothbay Harbor - Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is the largest botanical garden in New England. Open to the public (8:30 am - 4:30 pm M-F, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm weekends and holidays) the gardens' 250 acres are a perfect get-away to enjoy the quiet magnificence of the Maine woods.

Two miles of walks, trails, and drives provide the access to the gardens and natural areas. Along the popular Shore Walk, you will find the Fern Garden, the Wetlands Garden and the native plant Shoreland Garden. The Entrance Garden is host to a growing Rhododendron collection. The Fern Trail and Heath Trails open up a world of mosses, lichens, heaths and ferns. Be sure to check their website for special programs and events throughout all 4 gorgeous Maine seasons.

(207) 633-4333
www.coastalmainebotanicalgardens.com
Barters Island Road, Boothbay

Directions: Exit the Newagen driveway and turn right onto Route 238. When that road ends, turn right and cross the Southport bridge. At the four-way intersection, turn left onto Lakeside Drive. Drive 2.2 miles and turn left onto Barter's Island Road. The entrance to the gardens is about 1 mile down on your left.

If you are looking for a great place to stay, consider Newagen Seaside Inn or Lawnmere Inn located waterfront just minutes from the quaint coastal fishing village of Boothbay Harbor.

Comments

[Destination Wedding Site]

This is gorgeous! Just beautiful ... would love to see it some day. What a gorgeous venue for a wedding. *SmiLes* Suzanne

[Christopher O'Donnell]

Hi There,

I think someone from your Inn posted a comment on my blog a few months ago on a photo I took of Hendrick's Head. I tried to find your email so that I could thank you for the comment, but was unsuccessful until I stumbled upon this blog today.

I can personally vouch for the Botanical Gardens. I went there on a photo shoot back in June and was taken aback when walking through the grounds. It is so well thought-out and there is something for everyone: waterfalls, waterfront gazebo, footbridges, wooded paths...it is another world compared to what you would imagine coastal Maine to be. I posted some photos I took of the Gardens on my blog last month if you care to see.

Best,
Christopher