Old Orchard Beach Maine Activities Amusement Parks

Rippin’ Lips Charters – Enjoy the fun of recreational and offshore fishing in Maine with Capt.

Jim Bollinger. Capt. Jim is an avid outdoorsman who has been fishing Maine’s coastal waters for over 15 years. His experience and passion for fishing will ensure you have a fun and memorable Maine fishing experience. Rippin’ Lips Charters offers full-day and half-day recreational fishing trips for striped bass, bluefish and mackerel on the famous Saco River, just 3 miles from Old Orchard Beach. We also offer full day offshore trips for sharks and ground fish such as cod, haddock and wolfish. Also... 2-hour “Fish Lips” Kids Trips, designed around the young angler. Catch fish and come see sea creatures including crabs, starfish and seals. We will pull lobster traps and discover what’s inside! 207-499-7474, cell: 207-229-3845.

PORTLAND HARBOR:

Bay View Cruises – 66’ 117 passenger boat with scheduled cruises. 184 Commercial St, Portland, 761-0496

Casco Bay Lines – Year-round narrated cruises on Casco Bay. Daily ferry service to five Casco Bay Islands. From Casco Bay Ferry Terminal at Commercial and Franklin Streets, Portland, 774-7871

Coast Watch & Guiding Light Navigation – Daily cruises to Eagle Island, 170 Commercial St, Portland, 774-6498

Lucky Catch Lobstering – Experience lobstering first hand. 170 Commercial St, Portland, 233-2026

KENNEBUNKPORT HARBOR:

Lady J Sportfishing Charters - Catch the excitement of saltwater fishing on the gulf of Maine aboard our new 22 ft. custom General Maine built by local craftsmen and outfitted with the latest in fishing technology and the comforts of even a marinehead. Capt. Adam is a USCG licensed captain and a master Maine guide who can provide the necessary skills and experience, whether chasing inland for Stripers and Bluefish or offshore for Cod, Haddock, Pollack and Sharks. Also, offering 2 hr. discovery trips for children fishing for Mackerel or hauling lobster traps. A great hands on experience. Boat located at Arundel Wharf Restaurant, off Ocean Ave. in Kennebunkport. 985-7304

WILD LIFE REFUGE, STATE PARKS, OUTDOOR WALKS

Ferry Beach State Park - 117 acres of beach and nature trails. Off Route 9 in Saco. 283-0067.

Scarborough Marsh Nature Center - Maine's largest salt marsh is best explored by canoe. Guided and self guided canoe tours. Abundant shorebird sightings. Nature center offers slide shows, exhibits. Rt. 9, Scarborough. 883-5100.

Gilsland Farm - Maine Audubon Sanctuary offering trails, field trips and a gift shop. North of Portland in Falmouth off Route 1. 781-2330.

Maine Wildlife Park – Moose, Bear, Deer, Cougars, Eagles and more. Nature Trail and Displays. Rt 26, 56 Game Farm Road, Gray, 657-4977 (Exit 11 off the I-495, Maine Turnpike)

R - Wells National Estuarine Reserve at Laudholm Farm: 1600 scenic acres of research reserve including a 19^th century saltwater farm, Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge area, Laudholm Farm Visitors Center, exhibits, and seven miles of spectacular marsh walkways and trails along marshes, fields, and wetlands. Open year round. 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. 646-1555, 646-4521.

Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve, Open sunrise to sunset for bird watching and self-guided tours. Rt 9 Kennebunk/Wells Town line. 646-1555.

R - Marginal Way Scenic Walk - Ogunquit one-mile path along coast. Ends in Perkins Cove.

LIGHTHOUSES - R

Cape Elizabeth Light/Two Lights State Park – Two lighthouses are perched atop the rocky shoreline. Off Rt. 77 in Cape Elizabeth. Directions: Take Route 1N to traffic light at Oak Hill (intersection Rt 1N & Rt 207) Take right onto Route 207 (Black Point Road). Follow almost to the end and take a left onto Route 77. Follow Route 77 to Two Lights road on right.

Goat Island Lighthouse - Built in 1834. Best viewed from Cape Porpoise Pier. Follow directions for Wood Island Light but stay on Route 9 toward Kennebunkport. When you come into Cape Porpoise, take a left at the Stop Sign where Route 9 makes a 90-degree right hand turn. Drive 1/2 mile to end/Pier and park.

Portland Headlight & Museum – Maine's oldest lighthouse. Commissioned by George Washington in 1791. Adjacent to Fort Williams Park. Large grounds with picnic facilities and museum on the premises. 1000 Shore Rd. (off Rt. 77) Cape Elizabeth. 799-2661. Directions – Option One: Follow directions to Cape Elizabeth Light continuing beyond Two Lights Road on route 77 to Shore Road/Portland Headlight. Option Two: Take Route 1N to 295N to exit 4 (Port/Waterfront) and stay to left. Take Danforth Street thru 3-4 traffic lights. Take right on State Street and cross over Casco Bay bridge onto Broadway Street. Take right at second traffic light (Cottage Road) to Shore Road. Headlight is on left. On a clear day, you can see six area lights.

Wood Island Lighthouse – Take Route 1S to Route 9 (Main Street/Saco). Go thru downtown area passing over Saco River and past Saco Island. At bottom of hill past river bear right. Taking next left onto Route 9 (Hill Street). Take left at first set of traffic lights (Pool Road/Route 9/Route 208). Follow Route 208 to end. Take left on Route 208 thru Biddeford Pool and lighthouse is on right.

AREA ATTRACTIONS, RECREATION, BOWLING & MORE
R - Arundel Barn Playhouse - Summer Theater 20 minutes south of Old Orchard Beach just off Rt One. 53 Old Post Road. Arundel, Maine. 985-5552
R - Biddeford-Saco Ice Arena Open to the Public Friday night 6:30-8:30pm, 283-0615. Get on Route 1 South and drive thru Saco and thru Biddeford. When you get to Route 9 (at a five way intersection). Go right on route 9 following signs for I-95. Go 2 miles and Arena is on right, prior to the entrance to I-95 (set back off the road).

Desert of Maine – Natural phenomenon, narrated tours, nature trails, museum. Open early May to mid October daily. 95 Desert Road, Freeport, 865-6962

Farmers Market - Saco Valley Shopping Center Parking Lot. Every Wednesday and Saturday Morning in season.

R - Harris Farm Cross County Ski Center - 40 Km of groomed X-C trails and Snow shoeing. Rentals and lunch available, ice skating pond. Maple sugaring in March. 30 minutes from Old Orchard Beach just off Rt. 35. 252 Buzzell Rd Dayton, 499-2678

R - Happy Wheels Skate Center - Roller Skating Rink, Portland, 797-8207

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad - Ride along Portland's waterfront in an historic narrow gauge. Fun for all ages. 58 Fore Street, Portland. 828-0814. Directions – Route 1N to I-295N to: Take Exit 4 (Port Waterfront Exit). Bear right to 1A (Truck Route/Waterfront) to stop sign onto Commercial Street. Follow Commercial Street. Train is near end of street before it curves away from the water (after DiMillos Restaurant).

Mainely Tours - Daily excursions in the Portland area! Enjoy a fully narrated city tour (with a stop at The Lighthouse!), a 90-minute harbor cruise, plus shopping in the Old Port. 774-0808.

The Pier

R - Smiling Hill Farm – X-country skiing and Snowshoeing in winter. Dairy Market with homemade ice cream. Westbrook, 775-4818

R - Twentieth Century Lanes & Sports Bar - Biddeford, 284-0980

R - Vacationland Bowling & Recreation Center - Rt 1 Saco, 284-7386

R - Balloons Rides - Hot Air Balloon Rides. 17 Freeman St, Portland. 1-800-952-2076

FITNESS CENTERS, MASSEUSES & SALON'S - R
Body Works Health and Fitness Center – 644 Main St, Saco, 284-9924

Garden of Total Beauty and Wellness - 43 West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064, 934-9400

Maine Rock Gym Indoor Climbing Gym – No experience needed. 127 Marginal Way, Portland, 780-6370

Massagecraft & Acupuncture Clinic – multi-therapist practice established by
Lisa Bouchard LMT, Lac in 1991. We offer Acupuncture, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Foot Reflexology, Rolfing, Shiatsu, Thai Massage & Polarity to assist you on the road to optimum health. We are open Monday through Saturday by appointment. Gift Certificates available. 314 Alfred Street, Biddeford ME, 286-8416 and our new second location in Old Orchard Beach, 934-0849
Saco Sport & Fitness – 329 North Street, Saco, 284-5953

YMCA Northern York County – Alfred Road (Rt 111), Biddeford, 283-0100

R = Available in Winter and/or great Rainy day activity

AREA SHOPPING - R

Board Silly Puzzles & Games - a fun filled shopping experience is offered to ‘kids’ of all ages. 44 Old Orchard Street Unit 3, Old Orchard Beach, 934-4020

Cascade Flea Market – Flea Market - Rt One. 885 Portland Road, Saco, Maine. 207-282-8875
Cottage Designs Gift Shop – Maine Crafts and Gifts, 71 Seaside Avenue, Ocean Park, 934-4811

Dickinson's Candy – A Candy lovers dream. 42 Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Beach, 934-7507

Dy-No-Mite Swimwear – The Ultimate Selection of Beachwear apparel and beach toys. 20 Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Beach, 934-5728

Nantiques - 111 West Grand Ave. Old Orchard Beach.

Katahdin Kids Toys - Visit our web site for toys.

Kittery Outlets - Just 50 minutes south of Old Orchard Beach. Over 120 outlets and the Kittery Trading Post with savings of 20-70% daily. This shopping mecca is often referred to as “America's Maine Street for Outlet Shopping.” Directions – Route 5 to I-195 to I-95S. Pay turnpike toll booth in York and… Option 1) Take exit 2 By Pass (Kittery/S.Berwick). Bear right off exit and stay in left lane following signs for Kittery. When you get to traffic circle go ¾ around and take right onto Route 1N. Bear right onto Route 1N following signs for Coastal Route to outlets. Option 2) Immediately after paying toll, take exit 4 (Yorks/Berwick). Take left off exit and go to traffic light. Take right on to route 1S. Follow route 1S for 4.5 miles.

L.L. Bean - World famous and open 24/7, 365 days per year. 30 minutes north in Freeport. Freeport also offers over 100 outlet stores. 865-1212. Freeport Outlet Directions – Route 1N to I-295N which turns into I-95N. Take exit 19 or 20 (Downtown Freeport) and follow signs.

The Maine Mall - Over 135 stores including restaurants, theaters and more. 364 Maine Mall Road, So. Portland. 774-0303. Directions – Get on Route 1N to I-295N to Maine Mall Road exit or Route 1N to traffic light at Route 98/1N intersection. Take left at 2^nd set of Lights (Payne Road). Five miles to Maine Mall.

The Old Port - Portland's Historic District offers over 158 shops, 65 restaurants, 28 galleries, and numerous pubs. All located in a charming five block area lined with cobblestone streets on Portland’s historic waterfront. 400 Congress St., Portland. 772-6828. Directions – Route 1N to I-295N to: Option 1: Take Exit 4 (Port Waterfront Exit). Bear right to 1A (Truck Route/Waterfront) to stop sign onto Commercial Street. Follow Commercial Street into Old Port. Option 2: Take Exit 7(Franklin Arterial). Go to your 4^th set of traffic lights. Take right onto Congress Street. Take 3^rd left (Exchange Street).

Saco Valley Shopping Center - 12 stores, 2 banks and a restaurant. Free parking. Just off Route 1, Saco. Rt 5 toward Interstate I-95 (Exit 5). Take first exit off I-295 onto Route 1 South. Shopping Center is a few hundred yards on right.

Saco Bay Tackle - Located on US Route 1 in Saco, Maine, Saco Bay Tackle is a hard-core tackle shop, dedicated to serving the serious and beginning anglers.
Antique Shops and Auctions – All along Rt 1 in Kennebunk, Wells, Ogunquit, York & Kittery.

Len Libby Candy Shops – 419 US Rt 1, Scarborough 883-4897

Lighthouse Depot – Largest collection of lighthouse gifts in the world. Route 1, Wells, 646-0608. Get on Route 1 South thru Saco, Biddeford and Kennebunk. Depot is on right soon after crossing into Wells.

OOB Baseball Card & Sport Shop – Vast array of baseball card selection. 17C Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Beach, 934-1889

ENTERTAINMENT

Live Bands and Karaoke: Pier Patio Pub, Village Inn Restaurant & Brew Pub, PICS Pizza and Surf 6 (see dining section for contact information).

Fireworks Display by the Pier – Every Thursday at 9:30pm from late June thru Labor Day.

Ocean Park Association – Concerts most Sunday evenings. Chautauqua Weeks inspirational services. Concerts at the Temple. 934-9068.

Salvation Army Pavilion Amphitheater – Outdoor amphitheater featuring live entertainment throughout the summer for the entire family. Church Street, P.O. Box 285, Old Orchard Beach, 934-2024

R - Comedy Connection –America’s top professional stand-up comedians. 6 Custom House Wharf, In the Old Port. Portland, 774-5554

R - Southworth Planetarium - Shows for children and adults including laser concerts. Off I-295 Forest Ave. North to 96 Falmouth St., University of Southern Maine’s Science Building. Portland, 780-4249

R - Portland Symphony Orchestra - Concerts year round. Special events. 30 Myrtle St., Portland. 773-8191

R - Portland Concert Association - Dance, opera, musical theater, jazz, & more. 1-800-639-2707

R - Portland Opera Repertory Theatre – Grand Opera in Portland’s magnificent Merrill Auditorium. 767-0773

R - Cumberland County Civic Center – Music Concerts, Sporting Events Etc.

KIDS ENTERTAINMENT

R - Children’s Theater of Maine - Live theater for adults and children. 25A Forest Ave., Portland. 874-0371

R - Portland Public Library - Story telling and entertainment for children. 5 Monument Sq., Portland. 871-1707

MOVIE THEATRES - R

Cinemagic – Twelve-screen, stadium seating, digital stereo theater and arcade. Route 1, Saco, 282-6234

Cines 8 - 5 Points Shopping Center, Rt. 111, Biddeford. 282-5995.

Clark's Pond Cinemas - Maine Mall Area, S. Portland. 897-1511.

SUMMER THEATRE & THEATRE

R - City Theater - Theatrical productions. 205 Main Street, Biddeford. 282-0849.

Arundel Barn Playhouse – Summer Theatre, Just off Route 1, Arundel, Tuesday – Saturdays in Season, 985-5552 Take Route 1 South thru Saco and Biddeford and into Arundel. Go left at the light (just prior to Blue Moon Diner) - Playhouse will be 200 yards on your left.

Ogunquit Playhouse – Stock Summer Theatre, Rt 1 Ogunquit, 646-5511. Take Route 1 South thru Saco, Biddeford, Arundel, Kennebunk, Wells and Ogunquit. Playhouse is on left in Ogunquit just prior to York Town Line.

Saco River Grange – Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. Just off Rt 117. 929-6472

ARTS, MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SOCIETIES

Old Orchard Beach Historical Society - Features historical memorabilia on the Old Orchard Beach area since the 17th Century. Top of Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Beach. 934-9319.

R - Saco Bay Artists Gallery - Formed in 1995 by three members, the Saco Bay Artists now has close to seventy members. The gallery is comprised of a collection of original paintings, prints, sculpture, photography and cards. New artwork presentations each month and most works are available for purchase. 22 Washington Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, 934-3050.

R - Saco Museum - Paintings, decorative art, tools, period furniture, etc. from 18th century to present. 371 Main St., Saco. 282-3031.
Maine Maritime Museum - Historic shipyard site and maritime history building on Kennebec River. 243 Washington St., Bath. 443-1316.

Willowbrook at Newfield - Restored 19th Century Village with 36 buildings and 11,000 artifacts including 1894 carousel. Off Rt. 11 on Main St., Newfield. 793-2784.

R - Brick Store Museum - Ship Models, Historic Displays, Rare Antiques, Paintings, Decorative Arts. 117 Main St, Kennebunk, 985-4802. Route One South. On left in downtown Kennebunk.

Seashore Trolley Museum – Largest collection of trolley cars in the world. Countryside rides on historic rides. Log Cabin Road - Kennebunkport, 967-2800

PORTLAND:

R - Portland Museum of Art – Maine’s largest and oldest art museum. Designed by world renowned I.M. Pei. Features fine and decorative art from the 18^th century to present. 7 Congress St, Portland, 773-2787.

Portland Observatory – Not a lighthouse, it is the last maritime signal tower in the US. Built in 1807 as a communication tower for the harbor. Guided tours and exhibits. 774-5561

R - Children’s Museum of Maine - Exhibits. Toddler Park, Cave & Farm, Interactive Science Exhibits, Space Shuttle, Camera-Obscura-Theater. Fun for all ages. 142 Free Street, Portland. 828-1234.

R - Victoria Mansion - One of America's most significant Victorian homes. All interiors are original and quite spectacular. 109 Danforth St., Portland. 772-4841.

R - Wadsworth-Longfellow House - Boyhood home of the famed 19th Century poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Seasonal. 485 Congress St., Portland. 774-1822.

R - The Arts District – Portland’s cultural community along Congress Street – Portland, 772-6828

SPORTING EVENTS

Beech Ridge Motor Speedway - Auto racing every Saturday night. Holmes Road, Scarborough. 883-5227.

Portland Pirates Hockey - AHL affiliate of NHL Washington Capitals. Play in Cumberland County Civic Center. Regular Season: October to early April. 775-3458.

Portland Sea Dogs Baseball - AA Farm Team for the Boston Red Sox. Home games held at Hadlock Field, Portland, from late April through early September. 879-9500.

Scarborough Downs - Seasonal harness racing, Rt. 1, Scarborough. 883-4331.

MICRO BREWERIES - R

D.L Geary Brewing Co Inc. - 38 Evergreen Drive, Portland, 878-2337

Kennebunkport Brewery Tours - Shipyard Ale, Federal Jacks Brew Pub - Lower Village - Kennebunk, 967-4322

Shipyard Brewing Co. - 86 Newbury St, Portland, 761-0807

Stone Coast Brewing Co. - 74 York St, Gorhams Corner, Portland, 733-BEER

Whale Tail Brewing Co. - 213 Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach, 934-7370

GOLF

With over ten 18-hole golf courses within 30 minutes of the famous Pier, Old Orchard Beach makes a great golf holiday.

GOLF COURSES…

Biddeford & Saco Country Club - 18 holes, 6,300 yd. Par 70, 101 Old Orchard Road, Saco, 282-5883. Saco Ave toward Interstate (Exit 5). At 5 corners, just past the Village Inn, go left on Old Orchard Road. Course is ½ mile on your left.

Dunegrass Golf Club - 18 holes, 6,508 yd., par 71, 200 Wild Dunes Way (off Ross Rd.) Old Orchard Beach. 934-4513. Get on Portland Ave. Go 2 miles and look for sign in left. Follow signs to clubhouse.

Old Orchard Beach Country Club - 9 holes, 3,000 yd., par 35, Wild Dunes Way (off Ross Rd.) Old Orchard Beach. 934-4513, 800-521-1029. Get on to Portland Ave. Go 2 miles and look for sign in left. Follow signs to clubhouse.

Sunset Ridge Golf Links & Westerly Winds Sports Park – 9-hole Championship and separate 9-hole par 3 course. Driving range. Plus mini-golf, swimming pool, batting cages, tennis, basketball, shuffleboard. 853 Cumberland Street, Westbrook. 854-9463

Willowdale Golf Club - 18 Holes, 5,980 yd., Par 70, off Rt. 1, Scarborough. 883-9351. Get on Route 1 North. A couple miles after crossing Scarborough Marsh look for signs on right side of road. Follow signs to clubhouse.

None-Such River – 304 Gorham Road, Scarborough 883-0007, 18 Hole Course.

Sable Oaks South – 505 Country Club Road, So. Portland 775-6257, 18 Hole Course, across Interstate from Maine Mall.

Riverside - Portland 797-3524, 18 Hole Course.

Val Halla Golf Course – 1 Val Halla Road, Cumberland Center, 829-2226, 18 Hole Course.

Cape Arundel Golf Course - Kennebunkport, 967-3494, 18 Hole Course.

Dutch Elm Golf Course - Brimstone Road, Arundel, 282-9850, 18 Hole Course.

Webhannet Golf Club - Kennebunk, 967-3951, 18 Hole Course.

Pleasant Hill Golf Course - Country Club Road, Sanford, 324-5462, 18 Hole Course.

Cape Neddick - Shore Road, Cape Neddick, 361-2011, 18 Hole Course.

The Ledges - Ledges Drive, York, 351-2727, 18 Hole Course.

Point Sebago Golf Course – Route 302, Casco, 655-2747, 18 Hole Course.

DRIVING RANGES - GOLF

Dunegrass Country Club Driving Range -Full practice hole, lessons available, Wild Dunes Way (off Ross Rd.) Old Orchard Beach. 800-521-1029 or 934-4513. (see directions under Golf Courses)

Sunset Ridge Golf Links & Westerly Winds Sports Park - Driving range. Plus mini-golf, swimming pool, batting cages, tennis, basketball, shuffleboard. 853 Cumberland Street, Westbrook. 854-9463

AREA CHURCHES

R - United Methodist - Washington & Fountain Aves., Old Orchard Beach. 934-5553.

Salvation Army Citadel - Church St., Old Orchard Beach. 934-4381.

R - Blue Point Congregational Church - Pine Point Road, Scarborough. 883-6540.

R - Congregation Beth Israel - East Grand Ave., Old Orchard Beach. 934-2973.

R - St. Jude Catholic Chapel - Pine Point Road, Scarborough. 883-0334.

R - St. Luke's Catholic Chapel - Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach. 934-2322.

R - St. Margaret's Catholic Chapel - Saco Ave and Old Orchard Street, Old Orchard Beach 934-2322.

The Temple - Temple Ave., Ocean Park. 934-5034.

HOSPITALS

Southern Maine Medical Center – Route 5 to I-95 South to Exit 4. Go thru toll plaza and take left at light. Hospital is ¼ mile on right.

Maine Medical Center – Get on Portland Ave., which turns into Cascade Ave. Go right on Route 1 North to I-295N. Take Exit 5 (Congress St./East Ramp). At third traffic light, take right onto Bramhall Street. Bear right at fork. Hospital is on right.

Mercy Hospital – Get on Portland Ave., which turns into Cascade Ave. Go right on Route 1 North to I-295N. Take Exit 4 (Port/Waterfront). Bear left onto Danforth Street. Take left on Winter Street. Hospital is on right.

R = Available in Winter and/or great Rainy day activity

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