Vaughan Woods State Park, a Maine State Park located near Dover, Durham and Kennebunk

VAUGHAN WOODS STATE PARK

VAUGHAN WOODS STATE PARK
28 Oldfields Rd
South Berwick, Maine 03908

(lat:43.2121 lon:-70.8091)

A 250-acre forested tract along the scenic Salmon Falls River offers picnic facilities and hiking trails through old growth stands of pine and hemlock. Hiking is available on several trails that connect to make up one large loop, a system 3+ miles long. Visitors can walk smaller sections if they choose.

Fishing

Enjoy fishing in a serene woodland setting, with options for both river and pond angling. Species include brook trout, brown trout, smallmouth bass and white perch. The park's freshwater bodies are stocked annually to ensure plentiful catches. Fishing gear can be rented on-site or brought from home.

Location

Vaughan Woods State Park is located near Dover, Durham and Kennebunk

Nearby Parks

Hilton State Park

Fort McClary State Park

Rye Harbor State Park

Smith State Forest

Nottingham State Forest

Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Picnicking

Vaughan Woods State Park offers picnic tables and grills, perfect for a family outing. Enjoy your meal amidst beautiful scenery.

Birding

The park offers diverse bird species, including warblers and woodpeckers. Birdwatching trails are available for enthusiasts to explore.

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Area Campgrounds

Beach Acres Tent Sites & Park
563 Post Road
Wells, ME
207-646-5612

Bears Den Rv Park
120 Bears Den Road
Wells, ME
207-646-6220

Gregoire's Campgrounds
697 Sanford Road
Wells, ME
207-646-3711

Pinederosa Camping Area
128 North Village Road
Wells, ME
207-646-2492

Sea-Vu Campground
1733 Post Road
Wells, ME
207-646-7732

Sun Outdoors Wells Beach
1000 Post Road
Wells, ME
207-646-7570

Cole's Mine RV Resort and Campground
6 Brook Lane
Lebanon, ME
207-457-6050

Flat Rock Bridge Family Resort
21 Flat Rock Bridge Road
Lebanon, ME
207-339-9465

Thousand Trails Moody Beach
266 Post Road
Wells, ME
207-646-4586

Libby's Oceanside Camp
725 York Street
York, ME
207-363-4171

York Beach Camper Park
11 Cappy's Lane
York, ME
207-363-1343

Camp Eaton
750 York Street
York, ME
207-363-3424

Beaver Dam Campground
551 School Street
Berwick, ME
207-698-2267

Cape Neddick Oceanside Campground
63 Shore Dr
York, ME
207-363-4366

Dixon's Campgrounds
1740 U.S. 1
York, ME
207-363-3626

Sea-Vu West Resort RV Park and Campground
23 College Drive
Wells, ME
207-646-0785

Huttopia Southern Maine
149 Sand Pond Road
Sanford, ME
207-324-1752

Yellowstone Park Camp Resort
2245 Main Street
Sanford, ME
207-324-7782

Area Fishing Related Businesses

Dover Marine
17 New Rochester Rd
Dover, NH
(603) 742-5453

Taylor's Trading Post
248 Littleworth Rd
Madbury, NH
(603) 742-5931

KTP Bike Board & Ski
301 Us Route 1
Kittery, ME
(207) 439-2700

Eldredge Bros Fly Shop
1480 Us Route 1
Cape Neddick, ME
(207) 363-9269

B & B Trap Co
1185 Us Route 1
York, ME
(207) 363-7297

New England Marine & Ind
200 Spaulding Tpke
Portsmouth, NH
(603) 436-2836

Shafmaster Fleet Services
18 Old Dover Rd
Newington, NH
(603) 431-3170

Down East Boat Twine Serv
10 Shapleigh Rd
Kittery, ME
(207) 439-7177

Area Accommodations (over 20 miles away)

Atlantic Birches Inn - Old Orchard Beach, ME

BBs / Inns

An elegant yet casual Romantic, Historic, Victorian Bed and Breakfast. The Inn is perfect for Small Weddings, Honeymoons, Vow Renewals, Engagement Surprises, Anniversaries, Elopements, Family Reunions, Vacations, Ladies Weekends, Family Holiday Gatherings, and Weekend Getaways at the Beach.

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DIRECTIONS

30.2 miles from park*

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Directions

Travel south on Route 236 out of South Berwick. After about 1/2-mile, turn right opposite the junior high school on to Vine Street. Go about one mile to the intersection of Vine Street and Old Fields Road. Turn right and watch for the park entrance.