Beaches & State Parks - Despite Maine's rocky coast reputation, sandy beaches are a staple of summer life. From undeveloped peninsulas with protected inlets and coves, to state parks with lifeguards and picnic areas, you're bound to find the right spot to set up shop for the day. Beaches also make a great walk in fall and spring, and—if you're feeling brave—perhaps a polar dip. Maine State Parks span mountain, lake and coastal landscapes. Whether you're planning an afternoon or a weekend, you'll find a range hiking, walking, picnicking, swimming, camping, and paddling opportunities. Beaches and State Parks

Biking - Whether you want to mountain bike or road bike, hit the coast or climb the hills, you'll find it in Maine. Latest biking features and photos

Camping - From car camping to nights spent in the remote backcountry, you can't go wrong tenting it in Maine. Backcountry ideas and the latest camping features, blogs and photos Campground guide Find State Park camping

Golfing - Interested in getting out on the green? Latest golf features, blogs, and photos

Fishing Latest angling articles, photos, events, blogs and regulation information Charter Boats listings

Hiking - Looking for a hike in Maine? The state really does have it all, from easy oceanside trails to serious backcountry peaks. Beginners might look to the coastal regions for oceanside trails and gentle hills. Serious hikers will want to head inland to scale the peaks in the Katahdin/Moosehead and Western Lakes regions. Latest hiking features, blogs and photos Search our database for the perfect hike

Kayaking - Whether you're seeking white water thrills, a calm lake, or a paddle around coastal islands, you'll it in Maine. Latest paddling information, photos, events, and blogs

Nature Watching Latest nature watching blogs, bird alerts, staff features and sky report

Outdoors with Children - From geo-caching to snowboarding, hiking to gem mining, here you'll find a variety of outdoor adventures, tips and advice on the best ways to enjoy the outdoors with young children. Latest features and blog entries on being outdoors with children Family Ski Guide

Sailing Latest information, photos, events and blogs

Windjammer Cruises - Windjammers are a great way to navigate the Maine coastline. Cruises vary from a few hours out on the ocean, to multi-day adventures. See listings.

White Water Rafting - Rafting season (late April through mid-October) is one of Maine's most popular outdoor pursuits, with more than 90,000 people running the rapids annually. Latest rafting information

Winter Activities Photos, blogs and staff features on snowmobiling, downhill skiing and boarding Family Ski Guide Outdoors with Children section