The Maine Coast and Lighthouse

Maine is the Pine Tree State. It is in the northeast corner of the United States and is known for its chilly winters. Maine has no lack of scenic beauty, with over 5,000 miles of coastline, including the shoreline of 3,166 off-shore islands. Maine has 32,000 miles of rivers and streams, and 6,000 Lakes and Ponds. Most of the lobsters harvested in the States comes from Maine. The largest city in Maine is Portland, and the capital of Maine is Augusta.

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State Flag

"I Lead"
State Motto

The Pine Tree State

Chickadee
State Bird

White Pine Cone Tassel
State Flower

The Capital

Portland

Maine Lighthouse

West Quoddy Head Lighthouse

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Maine is known for its lighthouses. The Portland Head Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in the state. It goes back to 1791. The West Quoddy Head Lighthouse is on the easternmost point of the continental United States. Its bold red- and-white horizontal stripes makes it easily recognizable. In total there are 57 active lighthouses in the state of Maine. These beautiful structures are becoming less common due to the expense to maintain them, and modern navigational tools.

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