Desert of Maine

Desert of Maine Discover how sand dunes were formed in the middle of a lush Maine forest after the last ice age. Wait? There is a desert in the middle of the forest in Maine?
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Who knew?! Come spend some time outdoors exploring this one-of-a-kind natural phenomenon! You will learn about the unique geology and ecology of this place, in addition to the fascinating characters that have shaped its history over the last 200+ years. We offer a self-guided (with audio options available), short hiking trails, a one-of-a-kind natural playground, a gift shop, Gemstone Village (an

imaginative outdoor labyrinth for kids), a buried spring house exhibit, and a barn that dates from the early 1800s. We also have a lovely campground which has been completely renovated.

Unfortunately due to an electrical issue our Oasis Snack Bar is closed today 😞
06/17/2026

Unfortunately due to an electrical issue our Oasis Snack Bar is closed today 😞

📍Somewhere between cozy and completely off the gridWho’s your “we need this” person? Tag them in the comments 🤍
06/02/2026

📍Somewhere between cozy and completely off the grid

Who’s your “we need this” person? Tag them in the comments 🤍

This and a long weekend 🌲✨Book your stay at the link in bio 🔗
05/23/2026

This and a long weekend 🌲✨

Book your stay at the link in bio 🔗

Come and spend Memorial Day weekend at the Desert of Maine!! 🐪🏜️We have some fantastic activities planned- Saturday May ...
05/21/2026

Come and spend Memorial Day weekend at the Desert of Maine!! 🐪🏜️

We have some fantastic activities planned-

Saturday May 23rd
🎵Live music with
🧶Earth Look with Cathi Belcher
🐑Fiber and Wool crafts
🕺🏼💃🏻Contra Dancing (tickets available now - link in our bio!)

Sunday May 24th
🎵Live music with
🐐Farm animals
🌱Seed Bombs
🧶Plant Dyes & Natural Fibers workshop (tickets available now - link in our bio!)

05/14/2026

Tucked into the trees, with everything you need and nothing you don’t 🌲✨

Link in bio to book your stay 🔗
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CLOSING WEEKEND! 📣Join us this Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm as we close out our 2025 season! Enjoy some beautiful late f...
10/24/2025

CLOSING WEEKEND! 📣

Join us this Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm as we close out our 2025 season! Enjoy some beautiful late fall Maine weather and squeeze in those last Desert adventures and rounds of mini golf. We can’t wait to see you!

It’s warm bev season! Hot chocolate season! Mulled cider season! 🌤️👏When the mornings are cool and crisp like this, ther...
09/15/2025

It’s warm bev season! Hot chocolate season! Mulled cider season! 🌤️👏

When the mornings are cool and crisp like this, there’s no better start to your visit than with a hot drink from the Oasis! The perfect fuel for a fun day at the Desert! 😎 ☕️

Add a little play and adventure into your weekend! Come soak in the last moments of August on the dunes or see who com...
08/29/2025

Add a little play and adventure into your weekend!

Come soak in the last moments of August on the dunes or see who comes out winner at a game of mini golf! Join us Sunday from 1-2pm for some Sand Art on the Dunes. And yes, we are open on Monday! We’d love to see you here ⛳️🐪🌞

Starting Tuesday 9/2 we switch back to fall hours (10am-6pm Sun-Thu, 10am-8pm Fri/Sat) and train running on weekends only! 🚂

Mark your calendars! This Saturday August 16th from 9am-12pm, we’re joining forces with Spün Bakery ( ) and Black Point ...
08/13/2025

Mark your calendars! This Saturday August 16th from 9am-12pm, we’re joining forces with Spün Bakery ( ) and Black Point Coffee ( ) for a lively morning of baked goods, delicious coffee beverages, and fun at the Desert! 🥐🌞☕️🐪

Come early and fuel up with freshly made cinnamon and blueberry scones, cinnamon rolls, frittata, and plenty of other goodies, and grab yourself a freshly made coffee drink before hitting the dunes or mini golf course! We’ll have Sand Art running 10am-11:30am (included with general admission), a Desert Bingo activity, a little merch raffle (!) and $5 off our combo tickets for visitors who come between 9am-12pm on Saturday!

We can’t wait to see you there! 🐪🐪

Address

95 Desert Road
Freeport, ME
04032

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

2078503025

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