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Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Wells, ME
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Ranked #3 of 14 attractions in Wells
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Beaches
Activities: Birdwatching, Hiking, Viewing wildlife, Walking
Description: This Maine wildlife refuge also has a beach on its property.
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WESTERN MASS.
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101 reviews 101 reviews
35 attraction reviews
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70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

The views of the waterways are pleasant, and the few people we ran into were friendly, and the pictures never do the experience justice. It's the third time we've visited, and we will return again....

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Central Mass
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

The boardwalk winds through the refuge offering views of wildlife (sea birds, a loon, and wild geese) with informative signs to explain what you are seeing. Because we were there in April, it was kind of raw and we didn't stayed only long enough to finish the walk. The visitor's center wasn't open. IF we get back to Wells duing... More

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Newport Center, Vermont
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Nice short nature walk with educational brochure for families, groups. Quiet forest overlooking salt marsh, sure to see waterfowl.

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Massachusetts
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013 via mobile

We have been to this reserve a few times. It is an easy hike and would be suitable for children. You do not have to be in good shape to do this walk. The trail is well marked and loops around to where you started. On our few visits here I have not seen much wildlife. Also many of the... More

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Lyman, Maine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

My first trip to the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge was with a college Marine Biology class trip. We had a great time, we did some water testing and just checked out the environment. I was very informational and a fun trip, I will go back again.

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Bailey Island ME
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2012

Loved it! Beautiful, but easy hike....views to die for. We took our son as a field trip because we home school. Saw lots of cool things.

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2012

If you love woods and marshes, is a great place to visit in Maine. There's an easy mile long loop trail. (Though it's not paved, I saw people with canes and walkers.) If you're at all fascinated by nature's artwork in the trees, mushrooms, lichens, animal tracks, birds and marsh views, then you should allow plenty of time for your... More

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Cooperstown, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

This is a beautiful place to walk and enjoy nature in Southern Maine. The trails are well maintained and seems rarely used. We love it. Very close to Rte 1, just off Rte 9 in Kennebunk

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Maine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

This is a very small area, but it is pretty. Views of marsh areas and tidal rivers. Minimal services.

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Arkansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Very nice, healthy, and easy level one mile walk that has beautiful views of the environment. View of ocean in the distant. An added benefit while we were visiting was scenic painters. We would visit again. Staff was very nice and informative. Located just outside Wells, Maine.

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