Webhannet River Marsh
The marsh creates a diverse and unique ecological habitat that is now a protected estuary.
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Webhannet River Marsh Details
The Webhannet River Marsh is a saltwater estuary and watershed located in Wells. Created by the conflux of the mouth of the Webhannet River, multiple tributaries, and the encroachment of the Gulf of Maine, the marsh creates a diverse and unique ecological habitat that is now a protected estuary. Visitors here are welcome, as long as the habitat and wildlife are kept in consideration, and even has beaches and trails for guests to admire the rare ecosystem.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Webhannet River Marsh
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0.4 mi away
Webhannet River Boat Launch and Town Landing
A part-tide, paved ramp is located next to a floating dock and provides access to Wells Harbor and the Gulf of Maine.
1.1 mi away
Drakes Island Beach
Long, stretching dunes and tide pools for children to explore.
1.1 mi away
Storer Garrison State Historic Site
Now only a small commemorative plaque, the Storer Garrison State Historic Site is worth a visit to learn of the early tumultuous history that once was commonplace here.
