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Where are you most likely to see a moose in Maine?

Two of the best moose watching spots in the state are in The Maine Highlands region, Moosehead Lake and Baxter State Park.



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Maine is lucky enough to be one of only a few states in the U.S. that has a sizable moose population. State biologists estimate the Maine moose population to be around 75,000—that's the largest concentration of moose in the country next to Alaska.

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In and around Moosehead, moose outnumber people three to one, and it's no wonder why the lake got its name.

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Instead moose live in the woodlands and forests of the Maine highlands. A day trip from Bar Harbor to experience a Maine moose watching tour is a highlight for visitors and one that should top your list when you are planning a vacation to Maine to see moose.

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Moose Alley: Pittsburg, NH It is not uncommon to see a moose circling along the road in attempt to find its way back home. Right off the north shore of First Connecticut Lake, Moose Alley is definitely renowned as one of the best places in the country to see moose, but you might have to put some thought into it.

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While moose are proficient swimmers, they are deterred by strong currents and the island's mudflats. In addition, there are limited areas on the island in which moose would thrive, and because of their large size there would not be enough room to support a population.

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