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Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge


Steuben, Maine

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Migrating waterfowl and shorebirds take rest on Petit Manan Peninsula and more than 25 offshore islands here. The peninsula’s two hiking trails lead visitors through spruce-fir forests, blueberry barrens, and along the rugged rocky coastline. Petit Manan Island features one of the largest seabird nesting colonies in Maine and a 123-foot [37.5-meter] lighthouse; contact refuge manager before attempting a visit. 5,500 acres [2,225.8 hectares]. Hiking trails. Peninsula open all year, dawn to dusk. Accessible from US 1 in Steuben, about 35 miles [56.3 kilometers] from Schoodic Unit of Acadia NP. +1 207 546 2124.





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