One of Maine’s state mottos is “the way life should be,” and we can’t disagree. The biggest state in New England and making up nearly half of the region on its own, Maine is overflowing with outdoor adventures that are perfect for checking out in a camper van.

Rugged wilderness and thousands of miles of forest make Maine’s inland regions irresistible to outdoor adventurers. Outdoor attractions span from bird watching in springtime to snowshoeing during winter and are only limited by what your imagination can muster.

The northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail is in Maine’s remote Baxter State Park at the top of Mount Katahdin. While this climb isn’t for the faint of heart, thousands of hikers make the trek every year whether for the day or to begin or end a more epic backpacking journey. There’s no cell phone service in the park, so plan to unplug and enjoy nothing but the sounds of nature when you spend a day hiking or a few nights camping in one of the five campgrounds and primitive cabin locations.

Acadia National Park is the only national park in New England. In fact, it’s the only national park north of West Virginia. It’s known for its rocky coastline where the mountains meet the sea, winding scenic coastal drives, and short but dramatic hiking trails with views of the ocean and inland peaks alike.

The cuisine of Maine is truly an eating experience like no other place on Earth. The award-winning chefs of this beautiful state bring creativity and passion into their cooking as Mainers have done for centuries. The city of Portland has over 300 restaurants bursting with flavor as well as more than 25 breweries serving up the best local brews on tap.

The dramatic scenery of Maine’s too outdoor destinations like Boothbay Harbor and the Cutler Coast are an artist or photographer’s paradise year-round. Diverse landscapes ranging from saltwater marshes to craggy peaks and dense forests are sure to inspire. Maine camper van rentals are some of the most popular in New England and make seeing the best parts of this beautiful state a breeze.



Maine is known as the Pine Tree State and contains approximately 17.6 million acres of forest land. That's 89% of the state's land area.

There are about 43 people per square mile in Maine. The national average is 93 people per square mile.