The summer is starting to feel like a distant memory. While the weather is still beautiful, we see the colors changing little by little. A red leaf here, a slightly less green leaf there. While it gives us a tinge of sadness, there’s truly no better place to be than Maine when the the leaves start to change color. And there’s no better way to experience them than a beautiful boat cruise on a lake.
The fall foliage in Maine is beautiful from any vantage point, but we’re going to go out on a limb and say that any view (of just about anything!) from a boat is pretty special. Fall foliage is at the top of that list.
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And, here in Maine the best way to experience lake fall foliage views might be through this tour with Damariscotta River Cruises.
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Take the near-daily Oyster Farm and Fall River tour for a voyage to see seven of the Damariscotta oyster farms that is the home of some of the best shellfish in the state.
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And, of course, when you grow tired of looking at beautiful bivalves, cast your eyes to the horizon for the changing leave of Maine’s forests.
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The river trip offers tons of information about oyster farming along with an opportunity to try some of the best.
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The trip is lovely and relaxing, without any of the bumps and waves you might experience in Casco Bay or the ocean.
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And you can’t go wrong with a boat ride that offers these delicacies!
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You’ll want to make sure you have a camera with you. The views are spectacular, but coupled with the oysters this might be the most quintessential Maine autumn trip ever.
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Trips take place once a day and last two hours. Tickets are $31 for adults and $16 for children. Well worth a day on the river, shucking oysters and enjoying the Maine autumn views.
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Damariscotta River Cruises operates fall foliage boat rides from early September to mid-October. You can reach them at (207) 315-5544, or make a reservation online. Fore more information check out their website or visit them on Facebook.
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Address: 47 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543
If you want something a bit more casual, consider getting in the car to see the state’s best foliage. This road trip will take you to some beautiful spots. Click here for directions and more information.
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