Maine State Parks- Two Lights State Park

After spending Saturday hiking around Bradbury Mountain, we decided that a day of relaxing was in order on Sunday. It was another beautiful spring day, so we packed a picnic basket and headed out to Two Lights State Park. Two Lights is located in Cape Elizabeth, not too far from the famed Portland Headlight. To my disappointment, there are no lighthouses visible from Two Lights State Park, apparently the park commemorates the first set of twin lighthouses on the coast of Maine. Both towers are still standing, one is someone's personal home, the other is 17 miles out to sea. Regardless of the lack of lighthouses, Two Lights State Park has plenty of rocky ledges to climb on, and the panoramic views of the ocean are hypnotizing.

Thom and I found a picnic table with a gorgeous view, but then opted for a better view and set up our picnic area right on one of the ledges. A quick view of the tide table revealed that we had arrived approximately half an hour after high tide, so we relaxed, had lunch, and enjoyed the sunshine without concern of being stranded by the tide. We could have spent hours on the ledge, but our dog was uncomfortable with the ocean waves. She can be such a baby sometimes.

Once we climbed off of the rocks, we explored the rest of the park.

Thom found a staircase through the bushes that led to a cluster of picnic areas, complete with barbeque grills. Each spot is nice and secluded with a view of the ocean. As we explored the park, we found other trails with picnic spots. It would make the perfect place for a family picnic. Another walkway goes right along the coast, with more beautiful views and benches to take everything in.

Two Lights really struck a cord with me. It is absolutely beautiful, and I can only imagine how the park looks in the summer when the ocean roses are in bloom. I also love how close it is to our home, only about a 20 minute drive. We will definitely be going back this summer with friends for a cookout. The entire park just screams lazy summer afternoon.