Explore Maine

FACTS AND FIGURES

There are a lot of reasons to choose Maine. Here are just a few.

Background of wild blueberries with text stating, "Explore Maine: 90% of all wild blueberries come from this unique state. Saint Joseph's College of Maine
View of a river with dense trees on either side and hills in the background, featuring large text "48 State Parks" over the image. Explore Maine's scenic beauty and discover its natural wonders. Saint Joseph's College of Maine
A rocky coastline at dawn with a lighthouse and trees in the background. Text overlay reads "Explore Maine: 3,500 miles of coastline. Saint Joseph's College of Maine
View of snow-covered mountains under a partly cloudy sky with large text overlay that reads "14" and "4,000-foot mountains". Explore Maine's natural wonders and experience the breathtaking beauty! Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Text reads "Explore Maine: 6,000 lakes and ponds" with a background image of a lake with rocks and trees. Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Image of a lobster with overlaid text: "80% of all lobsters sold in the US. Explore Maine's rich seafood culture today! Saint Joseph's College of Maine

RECREATION

Saint Joseph's College campus is close to the best Maine has to offer.

We’re 15 miles from the state’s biggest city, Portland, and its historic working waterfront, museums, theaters, galleries, and renowned restaurants and cafés. Hop in the car and within an hour find yourself at the beach or in the mountains. Love to shop? Saint Joseph’s is close to the outlets in Freeport—including L.L. Bean—and the Maine Mall.

THE CULINARY SCENE

Portland, Maine—and Saint Joseph's, too—have made names for themselves as food destinations. Discover why.

On Campus

Portland

Local

GETTING AROUND

Saint Joseph’s proximity to Maine’s biggest city means it’s easy to make your way to Standish. No matter where you’re traveling from, you’ll be dipping your feet in Sebago Lake before they even had a chance to get tired.