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Marginal Way

Ogunquit, ME
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Ranked #1 of 20 attractions in Ogunquit
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Hiking, Walking
Description: A scenic 1.5 mile oceanside cliffwalk.
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Cambridge, Massachusetts
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

It`s an ocean viewing walk that either brings you to Perkins Cove for your lobster rolls at The Lobster Shack or going the other way, downtown for your delicious pastry experience at Bread and Roses. It`s a pretty much level path with quite a few new benches placed along it .The benches provide a nice respite for talk and meditative... More

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Lancaster, PA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We did this walk after doing the walk along Rye in NH and both are very nice but we liked seeing the much larger beachfront houses in Rye. Ogunquit and Perkins Cove were both cute, New England small towns with shops and many restaurants. A nice day trip.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

About 1 mile, little rises but no big hills. Of course, the ocean is the thing that makes it a lovely walk.

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Worcester, MA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

One of the loveliest places to walk in Maine or anywhere else. The views are wonderful and the pathways well kept. It's an experience not to be missed in Ogunquit

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Milford, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Marginal Way is another great spot in Ogunquit. The walk along the rocky coast isn't very long and it's very easy to traverse, with a paved path the whole way. There are many benches for you to just take a break, sit for a while and stare out over the waves and towards the horizon for as long as you... More

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Meriden, CT
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

The walk on the Marginal Way has the advantage of being very easy and very beautiful. It is paved and the inclines are gentle. The views of the ocean and the waves crashing on the rocks are what Maine is all about and could not be better even at low tide. There are several places where one can go down... More

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Saratoga Springs, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Great ocean views and picturesque rock formations that meet the sea. Plenty of places to sit and enjoy the views and sounds of crashing waves. Make your way to Perkin's cove and enjoy some food at Oarweeds. Ogunquit is very hilly so the trail is the same and a little steep at times. Take your time and enjoy the walk.

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Durham, NH
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Beautiful paved walk along side the ocean from Perkins Cove to Ogunquit Beach. Spectacular views and benches to relax on along the way.

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massachusetts
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Has been recently paved for easier walking. It does get windy so wear a hood. But the views are great for picture taking.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We spent a weekend in May in Cape Elizabeth and on the drive up, we stopped in Ogunquit and walked Marginal Way. It is truly breathtaking and worth finding it! A short, easy walk with lots of benches to stop along the way to simply sit and take it all in. So pristine and lovely...so Maine! There are some nice... More

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