some of the most gorgeous views on the east coast i think, my friend and i road tripped up there for a week and i never wanted to leave!! we spent a lot of time at otter cliffs specifically- running and jumping around on the rock formations, stargazing, and just listening to/watching the waves roll across the jagged rocks. we went in the summer but i'm hoping to go back in the fall time to explore other parts during peak fall foliage :)
i went to school in maine! a lot of the coastal towns (rockland, camden specifically) are really cute and fun to drive through during the off-season. much more peaceful… portland is also great - was recently there and went to the Washington St Baths (like a spa with pools at different temperatures) which was a divine experience. also much better coffee in portland than anywhere else in the NE (including Boston)