Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Portland

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Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Portland

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Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Portland

02:30

9.61km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

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2.02 km

East End Rail Bridge

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The gigantic military fortress Battery Steele was built during World War II to house heavy guns to protect the North Atlantic fleet. After the war, the site came into the …

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2.60 km

Views of Casco Bay

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The Atlantic bay off Portland is called 'Casco Bay'. The approximately 520 sq km bay is part of the Gulf of Maine and lies between Cape Elizabeth south of Portland …

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2.93 km

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad & Museum

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The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum has maintained a narrow gauge railway since 1993, which runs approximately 2.4 km along the coast of the Portland Peninsula and parallel …

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3.66 km

East End Beach

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East End Beach backs up to Eastern Promenade, which is one of Portland's most popular waterfront parks. The paved path following the shore line is a great trail to use for accessing this beach area.

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6.35 km

This memorial celebrates Portland's founder, George Cleeves, and his partner Richard Tucker, who landed at the historic Portland Waterfront in 1633. From here you get sweeping views out across Casco …

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