Thanksgiving Weekend in Maine

The Marginal Way in Ogunquit Maine is a 1-1/4 mile long walking path along the Atlantic Ocean. It extends from Ogunquit Beach to Perkins Cove. You may start it at either end and walk round trip or one way or even just partially.
The path is paved but goes up and down many hills as it follows Maine’s rocky coastline. Along the way, pass tangled bushes with bayberries, shrubs of sea roses, and twisted trees which appear to grow right out of the granite. There are views that will take your breath away.
People have donated 30 memorial benches so you can relax along the way or just sit and read a book or just ponder the view. Share the path with many people along the way. Most will say hello!
The walk is free though there is a small lighthouse along the way where you can make donations for the walk’s upkeep. For a pleasant walk along the ocean, I highly recommend the Marginal Way.

First of all, let’s get things straight. The locals call this the Nubble and that’s what I call it, too. It has been photographed more than any other lighthouse in the world!
If you like lighthouses, this is a good one to come and view. But it is Thanksgiving weekend when it comes alive! On the Saturday after Thanksgiving there is a lighting ceremony to put Christmas lights on the Nubble and it is a truly fun time for the whole family.
There are shuttle buses from Short Sands beach. This trip will put you in a festive spirit. On our bus everyone joined in singing carols. Dress warm as you are out in the elements on a hill by the ocean.
The ceremony starts with singing by local kids, girl scouts and the York High School Choir. There are local celebrities that also join in the singing.
Santa comes for a visit on a fire truck and throws candy to any kid willing to catch it. There is free hot chocolate and cookies for everyone. Then the piece de resistance. Everyone waits expectantly in the dark and all of a sudden the whole lighthouse is awash in lights. Simply beautiful!