Maine's Family-Friendly Destinations

It's so important to spend quality time with your family. Maine offers vacation fun for the whole family, from upscale resorts to activities that will keep your kids happy, safe and entertained, and give the family happy memories for years to come.

Sebasco Harbor Resort in Sebasco Estates, is a great place for a family vacation. The resort is tucked away on 550 breathtaking acres of Maine’s mid-coast, and offers a variety of activities, including golf, boating, bowling, and a wide range of nature and outdoor kid’s activities at Camp Merritt. Camp Merritt, their acclaimed children’s program, is ideal for the younger family members, with activities such as ocean kayaking, golfing, fishing, scavenger hunts, pirate cruises, tennis lessons and much more.

For something to appeal to both the little and the big kids, there’s the wonderful Wilbur’s of Main Chocolate Confectionery Store in Freeport. Their extensive selection of confectionery treats will delight even the most discriminating sweet taste buds. The factory is behind the store and that’s where you can see where the chocolate is made. You can take part in the tour to taste the chocolate and kids will really enjoy the chocolate lighthouse.

Whether you’re planning a day trip or a week’s vacation with your family, the Kennebec and Moose River Valleys offer something for everyone and are rich in history, culture and natural beauty. Surrounded by lakes and forest, these travel ways will lead you to see breathtaking waterfalls, scenic hikes along the Appalachian Trail and East Coast Greenway, tours of forts and museums, along with some of the best whitewater rafting and sport fishing.