![]() The Pine Tree State’s rocky outcrops where seals go are much more spread out, diluting the chances of massive seal groups and, in turn, the odds of shark hotspots along the coast.Īnother thing that may make it hard to tell if there even is a hotspot is one of Maine’s most famous attributes: its long rocky coast. Though Maine does have seal colonies, it doesn’t have anything equivalent to the Cape. “If their food is there, they are going to follow the food.” ![]() “They aggregate mainly to feed on seals,” said John Mohan, a shark researcher at the University of New England. While other species’ ranges are creeping northward into Maine on a warming Atlantic Ocean, sharks are more concerned with the lunch options than the water temperature. That makes the region an attractive hunting ground for sharks. Thousands of seals will amass on these sandy stretches, so much so that you can see them on satellite photos. The coast of Cape Cod has massive seal haul outs. #The porthole maine free#We were able to find free parking one night and then had to pay valet at the hotel the other night.One of the compelling reasons why Maine may never see sharks in large congregations is the aggregation of seals in Maine and Massachusetts is vastly different. Parking can be an issue since pretty much everywhere is paid. You will need a car for this trip unless you are just staying in the heart of portland and planning to uber. A lot of people like the Press hotel, but they were sold out during our dates. There are a lot of big brand hotels, we ended up staying at a Marriott with water views. Visit a brewery like Novra Rez, Rising Tide, Allagash, or Oxbowĭefinitely stay in downtown Portland so you can just walk every where.Visit a speakeasy – Lincoln’s – cash only dive bar – all drinks are $5 – (this was impossible to find – look for the red door and go down the stairs to the left, then the rest is up to you!.We did the seal tour since that was the only one available compared to the lighthouse tour, the tour guides were great and it was worth the experience for sure Lucky Catch Lobster Experience – we booked this day of just because of weather was uncertain.Find a happy hour – Di’millos – boat on the water (open seasonly).Visit Willard Beach – we brought a blanket and just hung out and listened to the waves roll in.Visit the Lighthouses: Spring Point Ledge (this was my favorite one and it was a free spacious park, easy to get pictures), Cape Elizabeth (hard to see from the public viewing area), Bug Lighthouse.Grab a Cocktail: Blythe and Burrows, Batson River Distilling, Portland Hunt and Alpine Club, Hardshore Distillery.Explore the Downtown/Old Port – public market, shops, architecture.Ferry to Peak Island for the day – this run almost the entire day, dog friendly, and about $6 per ticket round trip.Scales – high end seafood, by the water.Woodford Food and Beverage – local Maine spot, retro feel.Union at the Press Hotel – more upscale American.Eventide Oyster Co – we went here for dinner, all was really good – they are known for their brown butter lobster roll on a bao bun, also the fried oysters (gf) and the burger and homemade chips were delish.Fore Street – upscale, this place was really good – we had to get reservations in advance and we barely got one – you must get the squid app no matter what its amazing.Garden Cafe – Portland Regency (warmer months only).Central Provisions – sandwiches during COVID times (no gf options really).Duckfat – fries, paninis, shakes (pictured above) – get the flight of sauces and the blueberry “cidah”. ![]()
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