Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Sebago Lake

"Four miles southeast of Portland on Cape Elizabeth, 90-acre Fort Williams Park is worth visiting simply for the panoramas and picnic possibilities. Stroll around the ruins of the fort, a late-19th-century artillery base, checking out the WWII bunkers and gun emplacements that still dot the rolling lawns (a German U-boat was spotted in Casco Bay in 1942). The fort actively guarded the entrance to Casco Bay until 1964. A favorite feature of the park is the Portland Head Light."

"It’s located within Fort Williams State Park and well worth a visit. The Press Hotel is a member of Autograph hotels so naturally everything about this place is immaculately designed!. Formerly a printing plant, the hotel redesigned the space with spacious rooms, (comfy king size beds and huge bathrooms!)."

"Just under a half hour from Kennebunkport is Fort Williams State Park and the Portland Head Light guarding the entrance to Portland Harbor. Commissioned by George Washington, the Portland Head Light is a Maine icon, and worth a selfie for sure."

"Not quite a zoo but a great place to view native Maine wildlife, this park is a bucolic reserve with picnic tables, short walking trails and animal enclosures. Residing here are various animals (30 species, including bears, moose, lynx, eagles, cougars and a beaver) that can't be released back into the wild because they were injured, orphaned, or raised in captivity."

"Be sure to spend some time shopping and grazing your way through Portland’s Old Port where you’ll find shopping galore. A popular stop is Duck Fat, for their fabulous fries cooked in you guessed it…duck fat. Another famed restaurant here is Eventide Oyster Co, renowned for their oysters and fresh seafood."

"Four miles southeast of Portland on Cape Elizabeth, 90-acre Fort Williams Park is worth visiting simply for the panoramas and picnic possibilities. Stroll around the ruins of the fort, a late-19th-century artillery base, checking out the WWII bunkers and gun emplacements that still dot the rolling lawns (a German U-boat was spotted in Casco Bay in 1942). The fort actively guarded the entrance to Casco Bay until 1964. A favorite feature of the park is the Portland Head Light."

"It’s located within Fort Williams State Park and well worth a visit. The Press Hotel is a member of Autograph hotels so naturally everything about this place is immaculately designed!. Formerly a printing plant, the hotel redesigned the space with spacious rooms, (comfy king size beds and huge bathrooms!)."

"Just under a half hour from Kennebunkport is Fort Williams State Park and the Portland Head Light guarding the entrance to Portland Harbor. Commissioned by George Washington, the Portland Head Light is a Maine icon, and worth a selfie for sure."

"Be sure to spend some time shopping and grazing your way through Portland’s Old Port where you’ll find shopping galore. A popular stop is Duck Fat, for their fabulous fries cooked in you guessed it…duck fat. Another famed restaurant here is Eventide Oyster Co, renowned for their oysters and fresh seafood."

"Favorites at the always packed Eventide Oyster Co. include oysters on the half shell (obviously) served with traditional accoutrements, like cocktail sauce and red wine mignonette, or umami-forward granita-like ices in flavors like horseradish and kim chee. You can't go wrong with any of the seafood: tuna tartare with crispy rice cake, nori, and egg yolk; the lobster roll on an airy steamed Asian bun, with nutty brown butter and a kiss of lemon; or a crispy fried fish sandwich, piled high with shredded iceberg, tartar, pickles, and tare sauce. Reservations are limited here—they will only take them for six or more and even then there are a number of dates they won't accept reservations at all."

"Another famed restaurant here is Eventide Oyster Co, renowned for their oysters and fresh seafood. Jump on route 295 North and head to Freeport, just 20 minutes up the road. You can make the obligatory stop at L.L. Bean (Maine’s most popular attraction) at any time of the day or night because it’s open 24/7/365."

"Best oyster selection in Maine with a set of nuanced small plates designed to sate any appetite. The savory lobster stew with notes of paprika delights, and the lightly cured artic char melts on the tongue. For a unique twist on a classic, try the brown butter lobster roll."

"Located in the elegant Hyatt Place Portland in the Old Port, Evo Kitchen + Bar is a stylish Middle Eastern bistro that specializes in Eastern Mediterranean cuisine, bring the bold taste and flavors of the region to the heart of Portland. Boasting a chic, energetic vibe, Evo serves a seasonal menu of creative riffs on classic cuisine prepared with locally sourced and regional ingredients with dishes like Pork Sausage with Halloumi, Beef Kibbeh with Yogurt, Chicken and Onion Dolmades, and Skirt Steak. The cuisine is accompanied by craft cocktails made with fresh, local ingredients, five local Portland draft beers and a wine list featuring a wide variety of wines from around the world, including Greece, Spain, and Crete."

"This trendy eatery puts a Mediterranean spin on classic Maine dishes. Floor-to-ceiling windows make it great for people-watching, and you can also see the chefs working their magic in the open kitchen."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. No trip to Portland would be complete without trying some of their fantastic seafood, and one of the best places to do so would be at the Portland Lobster Company!. Here, you and your loved ones can enjoy their fresh and organic seafood - classic clam chowder, crab cakes, lobster rolls, shrimp cocktails, and other delicious meals."

"When Chef Lee Farrington closed her beloved East End restaurant, Figa, in 2014 she vowed she would be back. She kept that promise by opening LB Kitchen, an oasis of cuisine that both tastes good and is geared toward making you feel good. This is apparent from the menu’s invitation to "Drink. All. Day. Long." from an assortment of freshly made juices, superfood smoothies and high-quality coffee."

"Based on Munjoy Hill in Portland’s East end, Blue Spoon is a chef-owned restaurant that focuses on fresh market-driven ingredients and regional produce to create seasonal Italian and American cuisine. The vibrant, social restaurant is owned by chef/owner Will Lavey and his wife Liz Koenigsberg and has a comfortable dining space with modern décor and large windows that flood interiors with natural light. The menu features signature dishes like Angus Beef Tartare, Pan-seared Bavette Steak, Seafood Stew, and Risotto, and a variety of casual wines, craft beers, and classic cocktails are available to enjoy with the food."

"Situated in Portland's West End neighborhood, next to the city's famous "Arts District," Petite Jacqueline is a casual, laid-back French bistro that serves delicious café-style food, carafe wine, and excellent coffee. Opened by Five Fifty-Five owner Michelle Corry and restaurant partner, Liz Koenigsberg, Petite Jacqueline was inspired by the need for a typical French bistro in Portland that served food akin to her grandmother. The bistro’s food is classic, homely, traditional French fare (think French onion soup and foie gras) that focuses on simple ingredients and delicious flavors."