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Nancy with the Nubble Lighthouse in the distance - York Beach
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Nubble Lighthouse
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  • By KarenandCory on July 5, 2005
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  • Nubble 8/05 - York Beach
    Nubble 8/05
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    Cape Neddick Lighthouse, better known as Nubble Light can be seen from many spots along the coast in York, Maine. The best view is from Sohier Park which offers an unobstructed view with perfect photo opportunities. You can sit on a bench and watch the waves crashing on the rocks, the seagulls coasting overhead and the occaisonal scuba diving group. There are almost always artists painting or drawing the lighthouse. It's a very peaceful, romantic setting. What you CAN'T do is actually go onto the island the lighthouse sits on. I have heard that once a year they have a clambake in the lighthouse but I've never seen any evidence that they let people over there. There is a lot of history and stories associated with the Nubble, which I won't go into here. You can read about them online. Nobody lives there now. Rumors that it's haunted, but then there are stories about hauntings in lots of lighthouses in Maine. Twice a year the Nubble is adorned with white lights: for "Christmas in July", Santa pays a visit on a York Fire Engine. Also, the first Saturday after Thanksgiving, for the Annual Lighting of the Nubble. Santa stops by for this event also. There's music and some munchies available, usually cookies if I remember correctly. There is a Gift shop and a restaurant called "Foxes". Maine has wonderful seafood and Lobster no matter where you go. At Foxes the "Lobstah" selections are divine and the view breathtaking. Foxes has a take out window also, not sure if they have same menu selections as inside restaurant. But if you are looking for dessert, walk up the road to Brown's ice cream instead. Yum.

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  • Address: Nubble Road, York Maine
  • Directions: 95 North, take Exit 7 At the stoplight, turn right onto Route 1 S. . At the next light, turn left onto Route 1A N. Go thru York Village. At fork, keep right. After you pass York Harbor Beach, turn right and follow until you see the sign for Nubble Light.
  • Website: http: //lighthouse.cc/capeneddick/

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    Ghostly Tours
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  • By KarenandCory on July 5, 2005
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  • Candlelit Walking Tours through historic York Village. Ghost stories, witch tales and folklore. Short walk. Cool stories. Not too scarey for kids. June - October $10

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  • Address: 250 York St, Rt 1A, York, Maine
  • Phone: (207)363-0000
  • Directions: GRAVESTONE ARTWEAR 250 York Street, RT. 1A York, Maine 03909
  • Other Contact: Ryan@GhostlyTours.com

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    Walk along beach/road after sunset
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  • By johncudw on September 13, 2006
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    Here is a view of the Atlantic Ocean and Nubble Light shining off in the distance

  • Address: Long Sands Beach - south of York Village

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    Go to the lighthouse in the winter
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  • By johncudw on September 13, 2006
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    It may be cold and windy ( bundle up good ) but lighthouses and rocky Maine coasts look even more interesting when fresh snow has fallen over these This one was taken in February 1998


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    Nubble Lighthouse with a full moon
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  • By Minstrelette on May 10, 2005
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  • Nubble Lighthouse - York Beach
    Nubble Lighthouse
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    If you're in this area when there's a full moon, you should go during the moonrise. It's a beautiful site, to see the full moon rise over the lighthouse while watching the waves crash on the rocks.

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  • Address: York Beach

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    SHORT SANDS Beach
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  • Updated By KarenandCory on July 25, 2005
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  • 4th of July Short Sands - York Beach
    4th of July Short Sands
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    Short Sands Beach is next to the downtown area of York Beach. It is the smaller of the two local beaches, hence the name. There is plenty of parking, but be sure to bring lots of quarters. Cops on bicycles are quick to give tickets the second your time is up on the meter. There are a bathhouse, outdoor showers, a playground and basketball courts. Short Sands is popular with familys and kids. Fun-O-Rama, an arcade, is right next to the beach. Across the street is Goldenrod's, a local favorite spot for lunch. You can watch through the windows as they make salt water taffy. There are lots of little shops and restaurants in the downtown area. You can have the Goldenrod mail your family and friends some salt water taffy. Or walk across the street and mail a delicous Maine Lobster to your jealous relatives. Look for the Hawaiian Ice sign (the place has moved a few times) and get a Hawaiian Ice with Maui Cream. Yummy! York's Wild Kingdom and amusement park are a short walk away. Concerts are performed on Short Sands in the summer at the gazebo. The handsome gentleman on the far bench is my Dad.

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  • Address: York, Maine

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    York's Wild Kingdom
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  • By KarenandCory on July 5, 2005
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  • York's Wild Kingdom offers a variety of family rides, paddle boats, an 18 hole miniature golf course, a petting zoo, scenic picnic grounds and even a Haunted House. It's a bit of a tourist trap and certainly not a great amusement park. It's fun enough to bring the kids to. Not worth the price in my opinion. Current prices as of this writing are: PRICING for Summer 2005 Zoo & Ride Package Zoo Only Adults $18.25/person $14.00/person Children 4-10 yrs old $ 14.25/child $ 9.00/child Children 3 yrs & under $ 4.00/child $ 1.00/child

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  • Address: Rt. 1 York, Maine
  • Phone: 207-363-4911

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    Fun-O-Rama arcade
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  • By KarenandCory on July 5, 2005
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  • Fun-O-Rama is an arcade in an archaic looking building. It's right on Short Sands Beach which makes it popular with families and local teens alike. There are both modern and older video games. The place gets noisy and hot. Even die-hard older video game fans can only stay for a short time. Children don't seem to mind the dumpy atmosphere though.

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  • Address: Short Sands, 13 Beach St York, Maine
  • Phone: (207) 363-4421

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    LONG SANDS Beach
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  • By KarenandCory on July 25, 2005
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  • Long Sands is the bigger of the two local beaches, hence the name. Long Sands has a designated surfing area. There are hotels and houses for rent across the street. Parking is more limited than it is at Short Sands. There is metered parking available along Route 1A along the beach. Restrooms are available at the Bathhouse. Lifeguards on duty end of June to Labor Day.

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  • Address: Route 1A York, ME 03802

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    York's Wild Kingdom - Part 2
  • Updated By BeachBumz on August 5, 2006
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    Lydia the Elephant
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    Needed more room to add more pictures of the animals...LOL.

  • Address: Route 1, York Beach, Maine 03910
  • Phone: 207-363-4911
  • Website: www.yorkzoo.com/

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