You will probably pass through this section to get somewhere else. From Kittery to Freeport, there really is not much in the way of Maine-type photos The coast is fairly straight with sandy beaches and many of them are private. Here you will find outlet stores, antique shops, summer colonists and lots of traffic. I recommend you just pick up Interstate 95 (the Maine Turnpike) out of Boston and shoot up the coast to spend your time in more photogenic places. There are, however, some lighthouse that are worth a quick stop, if weather is favorable.

Cape Neddick Light (Nubble Light)
   Cape Neddick Light has graced many a calendar and is probably one of the most photographed lighthouses on the east coast. It is located on an island just a short distance from the shore, and there are good views right from the parking area. Its white conical light tower, white and red keeper's house, and red brick oil building makes this setting a colorful subject. Lobster boats are often in the area, adding more interest to the scene. The light is near York. From Interstate 95 take Maine Exit 1 to Route 1 or take Route 1 from York to Route 1A to Nubble Road and drive to the end.

Perkins Cove
   This is really a touristy spot with restaurants in weathered lobster shacks. If you don't plan a trip up the coast to authentic fishing villages, this may do. Parking is almost impossible during the high tourist season. The pedestrian drawbridge here, though, is a popular photo subject. If you've stopped at the Neddick Light and want to see a little more of the south shore, continue up Shore Road to Perkins Cove. After Perkins Cove, continue to Wells and go west to reenter I-95 at Exit 2.

Portland Area
   The best photo subjects in the city of Portland are two of its lighthouses. If you continue up the south coast to Portland, you will pass close to them.

Cape Elizabeth Light
   The Cape Elizabeth Light was once called "Two lights" because there are two light towers. It is located in Two Lights State Park just south of Portland and can easily be approached for photography. This is also an excellent area for photographing dramatic waves crashing against rocks. The park is open from mid-April to the end of October. From Portland drive south on Route 77 to Two Lights park and follow the signs to the lighthouse.

Portland Head Light
   The Portland Head Light is the oldest lighthouse in Maine and it is probably the most photographed lighthouse in the country. It has a white conical tower and a white keeper's house with a red roof. The lighthouse is in a very picturesque location on a rock surrounded by crashing surf. The area is open year-round from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is next to Fort Williams State Park in South Portland. Take Route 1 to Route 1A, and then Route 77. It is on shore Road.

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