Location: Sanford
Top Things to do in Sanford
10 Things to Do in Sanford That You Shouldn't Miss
Sanford is a city in York County, Maine, United States. The population was 20,798 in the 2010 census, making it the seventh largest municipality in the state. Situated on the Mousam River, Sanford includes the village of Springvale. The city features many lakes in wooded areas which attract campers.
Restaurants in Sanford
1. Wells Reserve at Laudholm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is an estuarine research reserve with its headquarters listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site is open every day from 7 am to sunset, with miles of trails and dozens of educational programs for everyone from K to gray. The Wells Reserve is funded by a member-supported nonprofit, Laudholm Trust, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Visit our website for details on activities and keep in touch through all of our social channels. Find 27 other National Estuarine Research Reserves around the country, from Alaska to Florida, along the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, on the Great Lakes, and even Puerto Rico.
Reviewed By PWS48 - Wales, Massachusetts
The indoor exhibits were well presented and interesting to anyone young or old. An unexpected highlight was the "Sculpture Tour" throughout the the main trail to the beaches. Easy to navigate, well maintained trails. PWS48 PWS48
2. Skydive New England, LLC
Overall Ratings
5 based on 47 reviews
2017 marks our 33rd year of operation in southern Maine. Skydive New England is known for it’s fun and friendly atmosphere and our passion for the sport. We employ state-of-the-art training methods and use only the latest technology in skydiving equipment. We boast an excellent safety record, and all of our instructors are licensed through the United States Parachute Association (USPA). Each of our instructors has completed an intense training program to ensure the best possible methods of instruction. Our AFF student training program is among the best in the country and continuously evolves to meet the advances in our sport. We are very proud of our program; we’re sure you will be too!
Reviewed By skewd
Staff was super friendly, courteous & professional. Felt completely safe in their hands despite being scared outta my mind. The facility was comfortable & complete. Even offers campsites if u wanna make a weekend out of it.
I highly recommend getting the video, especially if it's your first jump. I've watched mine three times in the last two days, and still get goosebumps!
3. Pine Hollow Little Par Three Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By TedHn - Ottawa, Canada
This business should be promoted more: for all those tourists along Route 1, this is a really good attraction: very well-maintained grounds, shady, nice staff, interesting approaches, some challenges. My two teenage sons and I had a great game. Other players were very nice. A memorable visit.
4. Hackmatack Playhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Matt R - Nottingham, New Hampshire, United States
We are frequent visitors here and thought it 'bout time' to let people know about this little gem.
Located in a rural country setting lies the Hackmatack Playhouse. You'll enjoy the quaint layout of the barn, concessions, and seating. We saw 'Once Upon a Mattress'.
You won't find air conditioning here, but are always offered a Hackmafan to cool down with. They have a very low carbon footprint here, so greenies will love it. We have yet to have an issue in the heat area.
Grab a snack at intermission, you'll love the entire experience.
Peace, Matt
5. Funky Bow Brewery & Beer Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By pdxballard - Boston, Massachusetts
Pizza and beer, what’s not to like? Funky Bow is in an off the beaten path location. You park below and walk up a hill to a large party. Outside are fire pits and portable toilets. Under the plastic covered qwanset type structure is the band, pizza and beer. As you enter you pay a cover charge and receive a paper wrist band. Our cover charge was $3 and beer tokens were $6 each or 5 for $25. Further inside are picnic tables and tall cocktail type tables. The beer taps are at the back on the left while the pizza line is on the right. The night we went it took 20 minutes to get our beer and the pizza was going to be 1.5 hour wait although about 1 hour later it was down to a 10 minute wait! Dogs roam freely creating disturbances and potentially urinating on women’s purses. The music is ok, there’s no lighting for the portable toilets so bring a flashlight or you phone. Fun experience, pizza was good, beer was great.
6. McDougal Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
McDougal Orchards is a diversified, seventh generation family farm in Southern Maine. We specialize in growing high quality apples for pick-your-own customers, our farm stand, the Sanford Farmers’ Market, and local wholesalers. You can find us a mile from downtown Sanford and close to the beaches and lakes of York County. Come explore the historic farmland and orchards, or stop in quickly for some ready-picked fruit in the barn. Capt. Jack is usually making fresh cider donuts out in the Donut Shack, too! Come visit our farm animals, spend time in our picnic area, build a woodland house in our fairy village, or get lost in our corn maze. We also offer miles of trails throughout the property for our visitors to enjoy an energetic hike or a leisurely stroll. We are open Mid-August through November for apple picking. Also find us at the Sanford Farmers' Market May-October
Reviewed By cindynadeau868 - Lebanon, Maine
Very nice open area,the people are nice,the donuts are great,it was a great way to spend the afternoon with my Grandson!Thanks you!
7. Bowl A Rama
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By bostonmama3 - boston
We expected to see an old school kind of bowling alley and only to be completely surprised by the very hip amd upbeat alley. Cosmic bowling and awesome music. Clean. Very clean. New bar but did drink. Kids played video games. Great time. Worth the drive.
8. Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 426 reviews
Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge was established to protect valuable salt marshes and estuaries for migratory birds. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing year-around on the refuge.
Reviewed By marianc95 - Belmont, Massachusetts
The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge honors the work of a major American naturalist. Ms. Carson would no doubt be happy to see how this place was developed. Its located in a wooded setting. One follows a flat, well-marked path with lookouts along the way, where one can stop to take in beautiful views of the salt marshes, with different aspects of their ecology highlighted in a brochure that one can pick up at the visitors center.The atmosphere is such that one is inclined to proceed at a leisurely pace and just enjoy being in this beautiful place. The entire walk is one mile in length. Thank goodness for nature preserves like this one!
9. Parson's Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By bernard p
It's an every year must forn the two of us.
Never really crowdy. Quiet.
At low tide , the beach is quite wide. Good for long and peaceful walks.
Parking not always available. Either you get there early in the morning or else at around two in the afternoon ( people are leaving ). Sometimes you'll have to park near route1 which means a « long » walk to the beach when you have things to carry. But anyway,
It's a great place. Soft sand and beautiful ocean.
Don't miss it !
10. Goodall Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Kauai-Biz-Traveler - Riverside, California
This is one of a very few remaining fields where Babe Ruth played ball. That history has kept the community supporters very much engaged in bringing a top quality team to play here and rebuilding this beautiful nostalgic facility after the previous one was destroyed by fire. It's truly one of my favorite ballparks even though it only seats about a thousand.
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