Colonial Pemaquid Beach
Dating back to the 17th century early colonial settlements, the history of Colonial Pemaquid Beach is unique.
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Colonial Pemaquid Beach Details
Dating back to the 17th century early colonial settlements, the history of Colonial Pemaquid Beach is unique. Once a trading site and the source of multiple conflicts, now all that remains of the old buildings and settlers are grassy knolls where a fort once stood and a few small monuments. Visitors can make a day of the site by spending some time on the water and relaxing in the sun and then hiking off to learn a little history. Afterward, it's only a short stretch to head into town for some traditional east coast fare.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Colonial Pemaquid Beach
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Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site (Ft. William Henry)
Originally home to Native Americans for over one thousand years, the site was established as an early English outpost sometime between 1625 and 1628 and is now one of the most historically significant sites in the nation.
0.4 mi away
Hanna Landing
Facilities: Restrooms, Parking, Trailered Boat Launch, Floating Dock
0.5 mi away
Pemaquid Beach Park
Known to be the cleanest beach in the state.
