heavymetaltshirt t1_j4b9lit wrote on January 14, 2023 at 2:06 PM

Route 88 from Falmouth to Yarmouth is scenic and historic and not too far from you

You could also just keep driving up Route 1. Some of it isn’t that interesting but it hugs the coast and goes through a lot of old towns, and the places where you can see the water are always lovey

I personally love Route 17 towards Rangeley, with a stop at Height of Land, but that’s quite a haul from where you are, and I don’t know what road conditions are like up there currently

There’s also the Kangamagus Highway in NH that is lovely, although again, be alert for winter road conditions

bubbastars OP t1_j4b9ywh wrote on January 14, 2023 at 2:09 PM

Oh, yeah, Rt 88 is awesome! I’ve only been on it once but loved it. Thanks for reminding me!

MaineGal2022 t1_j4bv41s wrote on January 14, 2023 at 4:40 PM

Is the Kangamagus Highway open in winter?

eljefino t1_j4irqr0 wrote on January 16, 2023 at 12:33 AM

Took the kanc home from Xmas in VT. Stopped at 10pm to pee on the shoulder. In all that time I didn't see or hear another car or any signs of life. Very nice. Left my car running just in case.

heavymetaltshirt t1_j4fyjgu wrote on January 15, 2023 at 1:15 PM

Yes:

“Not unlike other areas in the region, the Kancamagus, known to locals as “The Kanc”, is home to an abundance of hiking trails, walking paths, picturesque ponds, natural wonders, and many other must-see stops. It is open year-round, although the only major intersection, Bear Notch Road, which connects the highway to the town of Bartlett, is closed during the winter months.”