8 days in The Maine Highlands Itinerary

Bangor is a city along the Penobscot River in the U.S. Venture out of the city with trips to Millinocket (Moose Prints Gallery and Gifts, Baxter State Park, &more). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Cole Land Transportation Museum, walk around Penobscot River Walkway, appreciate the history behind Paul Bunyan Statue, and view the masterpieces at the rock & art shop.

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Columbus to Bangor is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. In May, Bangor is slightly colder than Columbus - with highs of 66°F and lows of 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Greenville.

Greenville is a town in Piscataquis County, Maine, United States. Change things up with a short trip to Mount Katahdin in Millinocket (about 1h 20 min away). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Moosehead Lake, look for gifts at Moosehead Lake Indian Store at Kamp Kamp, get engrossed in the history at Moosehead Historical Society, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Burnt Jacket Mountain.

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You can drive from Bangor to Greenville in 2 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Greenville can reach 62°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.