EP 227 - 4K Wells Maine, Wells Beach, September 2024

Описание: Tucked in between Kennebunkport and Ogunquit on Maine’s southern coast, Wells Maine is the third oldest town in Maine and is a paradise for anyone who visits.

Wells is home to an abundance of natural beauty, including several beaches that make it an ideal destination in warmer months. But it’s also home to historic theatres, antique shops, scenic views, and so much more that make it a cool place to visit any time of year.

So whether you love the natural beauty of beaches, forests, and wetlands, or you enjoy exploring the food and culture of Maine’s coastal towns, Wells Maine offers something for everyone.

Wells was founded in 1643 and is the third oldest city in the state. The town was named after Wells, England, and became known as a resilient frontier during the colonization of the United States.

Over time, Wells transformed into a farming community and also became known for its fisheries and shipbuilding. With the arrival of railroads, Wells became, and still is, a popular tourist destination in southern Maine.

Wells is called the “Friendliest Town in Maine”, and also the Antique Capital. Visitors can find many things to do in Wells, from beaches and shopping along Route 1, to nature trails and dining at casual clam shacks and diners to gourmet restaurants.

When you visit Wells, you’ll find a world of possibilities in front of you. From the beaches to restaurants to shops to being by the ocean taking in amazing views, fun awaits in Wells.

Some of Well’s top events include the Wells Chili fest and Wells Christmas Parade, plus Maine craft fairs that are offered all year round. Wells is located in between the towns of Kennebunkport and Ogunquit, which both offer great shopping, dining, and beaches for a fun-filled day trip.

Wells Harbor is home to boats from lobster fishermen to pleasure yachts and fishing charters. Within Wells Harbor you can canoe or kayak up the Webhannet River, or paddleboard around the calm waters, or venture out to see through the Wells breakwater.

Here, you can find scenic sailing excursions, fishing adventures, or chartered boats for a private adventure.

Wells Harbor is also home to Wells Harbor Community Park where concerts in the Gazebo are free in the summertime, and special events like craft fairs, Chilifest, and HARBORFEST take place every year.

One of the biggest reasons Wells is a popular destination is because of its beaches.

So if you love swimming, sunning, and having fun by the water, you’re in luck! Wells has miles of beaches that are separated from the mainland by the Webhannet River and is made up of four different beaches: Wells Beach, Drakes Island Beach, Crescent Beach, and Moody Beach.

Wells Beach is one of the best family vacation attractions on the Southern Maine Coast. Wells hosts four beaches including Moody Beach, Crescent Beach, Wells Beach and Drake’s Island Beach. Wells Beaches stretch for miles, from soft sand dunes, to tidal inlets and marshes, all beautiful beaches in Wells.

The Ogunquit and Wells town border separates Footbridge Beach in Ogunquit and Moody Beach in Wells where these two beaches share the shoreline.

The main stretch of Wells Beach offers over a mile and a half of continuous sand beach bordering Crescent Beach and extending to the Wells Beach Jetty to the north. Wells Beach is a wonderful, long, sandy stretch with sand dunes and sea grass.

Wells Beach is the best known of the beaches and is perfect for gazing out over Wells Harbor. From this vantage point, visitors can see boats coming and going from the river and see the hustle and bustle of the harbor.

Wells Beach is great for kids to explore the rocky section near the Mile Road entrance or walk the dog during regulated hours.

Free parking to Wells Beach is at the end of Mile Road where there is a snack bar, restroom facilities, gift shops, arcades, and a few restaurants.

Paid parking is available to Wells Beach at the end of Atlantic Avenue where there is a restroom and direct access to the Wells Beach Jetty, as well as, a boat launch into Wells Harbor.

Note: Beach Parking Passes are needed from the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend through the Monday of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

The Wells Beach Jetty is a popular walkway for anglers and children to explore and hop the rocks. Beachgoers will find a small beach area adjoined to this parking lot, however, that offers little beach lounging during high tide.

I’ve been coming to Wells Beach for years. I love the dramatic high and low tides that either erase or grow the beach to be half a mile wide. We walk it at sunrise and sunset, depending on the tide. I live to search for sea glass and listen to the waves.

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