Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site

Easy flat path to the river

It was an easy stroll down to the river where across it could be seen the midden pile. Lots of trees and flowers in bloom. The history is interesting so read about it first!

Nice afternoon stroll

notbreathtaking in any way, but welcome for the peaceful setting. we walked in through a wildflower meadow on side opposite of the Middens. (Beware the Tussock caterpillars on the milkweed!)

So pretty and peaceful

Really interesting signage and a beautiful, peaceful trail by the river. The surrounding fields have been planted with native plants to support butterflies and other pollinators -- so pretty, and grea...

Fraud

Plainly these are natural shell deposits. Archaeologists have a lot to answer for. Scientific fraud, pure and simple.

Easy to visit alone or with dogs or wheelchairs.

I live in Coastal Maine and we have shell middens in many places. This one however is easily accessible by car for those walking or walking challenged. Great signage. There are picnic tables and one ...