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Desert of Maine

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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.

10/31/2026

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉

Have you heard? We have a NEW account! This will be the last post on this account for the Campground. Follow along at Desert of Maine Campground for more cozy stays, relaxing escapes, and all things Unwind!

To celebrate, we’re giving you a chance to win!

HOW TO ENTER:
🌲 Message “UNWIND” to us on our new account, Desert of Maine Campground
🤎 Tag 3 friends you’d love to bring along on a getaway!

Know someone who could use a little time away? Tag them below and spread the word! ✨

Follow Desert of Maine Campground to be notified when we announce the winner!

Good luck, everyone!

This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram

10/28/2026

It’s our final week of the 2026 season! 🐪🎃 Check out everything we have going on 👇

⛳️ Late night mini golf everynight Wed-Sat
🎃 Family friendly Halloween on Saturday 9-4pm hosted by Center for Arts & Ecology at Desert of Maine
🐪 Dunes entry reopens for Saturday & Sunday only
🚂 The train is back for Saturday & Sunday
🍻 Drinks deals all week

👻 Last minute Wander in Terror tickets added for Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Get them before we sell out!

10/24/2026

Thanks to WGME CBS 13 News, Portland for visiting us yesterday!!

From spooky lighting and eerie sounds to haunted scenes.The Desert of Maine in Freeport is getting visitors into the Halloween spirit with its Wander in Terror

10/21/2026

UPDATE: we have released a small amount of new tickets for each night via eventbrite! Get them quick before they sell out!

WANDER IN TERROR is officially SOLD OUT! 🎃

Thank you so much for joining us for our first Halloween Scare event! We have an incredible few nights lined up and we can’t wait to see you there! 👻

If you missed out on tickets we still have Halloween themed mini golf and late night drinks deals for the rest of October!

10/19/2026

There’s just two weeks left of our season! 🍂🐪 We have updated hours and offers, swipe to see ➡️

Please note: Dunes entry and Welcome Center now CLOSED until Saturday October 31st as we prep for Wander in Terror event 👻

1. Week Commencing 10/19 ⛳️🍻
2. Week Commencing 10/26 🎃
3. Train Times for October 🚂

10/10/2026

CALLING ALL SCARE ACTORS! 👻 The Desert of Maine is looking for additional scare actors to add to our upcoming Wander in Terror Event.

Age limit: 18+

Required Dates:
Dress Rehearsal - Oct. 21 (5pm start)
Performance Dates - Oct. 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 (5-10pm each day)

Actors must commit to all rehearsals and for the entire time each night the event runs. This is a paid opportunity.

If you’re interested send an email to: [email protected] including a picture of yourself (professional headshot not required), and a resume or letter of your acting credits/experience.

Address

95 Desert Road
Freeport, ME
04032

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 8pm
Sunday	9am - 8pm

Telephone

2078503025

Website

https://www.desertofmaine.com/

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