Walk Kettle Cove and Crescent Beach: 3.0 miles
Not ready to give up on summer sand? Drive to these two beaches adjacent to each other in Cape Elizabeth, about 20 minutes south of Portland, for… Read more »
Walk Portland’s West End: 2.2 miles
This route will take you through the Western Promenade Historic District, a Victorian-era neighborhood filled with homes in the Italianate, Queen Anne, and other architectural styles. Start… Read more »
Walk Mackworth Island: 1.7 miles
A family-friendly flat trail circles this tiny gem of an island, which is located just outside the Portland city limits. To get there, drive north on I-295… Read more »
Fall Daytrip Destinations
A Maine fall means crisp days, cool nights, and beautiful foliage. These nine nearby spots—from farms to beaches to lighthouses—will keep you active and outside, whether you’re… Read more »
West End Story: A Victorian-era neighborhood with small-town charm
There is historic home after historic home in the West End. Stroll down a brick sidewalk in the direction of the Western Prom, and you’ll observe facades… Read more »
West End: What to do in a day
Morning and evening commutes in the West End often necessitate a stop at gourmet cafe, bakery, and market Aurora Provisions (auroraprovisions.com)—even if it’s just for a cappuccino… Read more »
U.S. Custom House
While similar in function to the featureless spaces you typically find when you arrive, jet-lagged, at the customs department in any international airport, Portland’s U.S. Custom House… Read more »
Condo Calling: New developments on the rise in the East End
Ever since John Ryan first visited Munjoy Hill 40 years ago, there was something about the neighborhood that kept drawing him back. It was the connection to… Read more »
Life on Munjoy Hill: Portland’s Easternmost Neighborhood
Portland’s easternmost neighborhood, Munjoy Hill, has a rich past and a promising future. And it’s a pretty great place to live right now, too. There’s no escaping… Read more »