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Cliff Walk Trail
40 minutes1 mile
Walk this 1-mile trail along the rocky coastline of Casco Bay. Look out over the water to spot up to four offshore lighthouses. Ram Island Ledge Light is clearly visible from the path.
Explore
Exploring Fort Williams Park
Portland Head Light sits inside a 90-acre coastal park. You will find walking trails, rocky beaches, and old military forts.
Fort Williams Park surrounds the lighthouse and draws nearly 1 million visitors annually. It operates year-round from sunrise to sunset. Premium lots near the lighthouse charge in season; a free overflow lot is also available.
The park enforces a strict carry-in/carry-out trash policy. Bring a bag for your waste, as there are no trash bins on site.
02
Ship Cove
20 minutesNorth entrance
Find this small rocky beach on the north side of the entrance road. Low tide sometimes reveals a sandy area. The ocean water remains extremely cold, even in the middle of summer.
03
Battery Keyes and Battery Hobart
20 minutesHistory markers
View the concrete ruins from the site's history as an active military fort. Interpretive signs explain the military past of the batteries. It is an easy stop for reading local history.
04
The Children's Garden
30 minutesFamily friendly
Let your kids play in this interactive natural discovery area. The garden gives children a designated space to burn off energy. Parents can sit and rest on the nearby benches.
Bike Through the Park
Lighthouse Bicycle Tour from South Portland with 4 Lighthouses3 h 4.9 (135)from $109
