The Great American Road Trip! Maine is Full of Strange Surprises (Van Life USA)

[@tamelatoggle2897]

Maine is home away from home My mom grew up in Maine and we Spent every summer on the coast line in Down East which is the tippy top before Canada . The smell , oh the incredible rocks along the shore . The cold water of July swims that send you running for Towels ,my dad from North Carolina couldn't handle the snow of new england Returning south at the hint of of squall ,wait too long and its covering the 1st floor windows ! But we tried sledding and ice skating and snow tunnels they would arrest us for now a days . North Carolina rarely gets snow so we were in heaven . Thanks for the memory retrieval ,they needed dusting off .

[@OverlandingSophia]

This is so beautifully written! It’s like a poem. Thank you for sharing such special memories. I’m so happy the video brought some of these back for you. Sounds like an idyllic childhood. Cold water swims that send you running for the towels - love this! ❤️

[@blackeagle6268]

My family is from that part of Maine...I now live in Southern Maine. Thank You for visiting!! ❤️🦅❤️

[@tamelatoggle2897]

Ahh shucks ! Hope you are having fun.

[@beckyrumery6928]

I live in Maine. I was brought up here. I live on the coast. My family are lobster fisherman. I live in Winter Harbor Maine.

[@deepsea5107]

Just a heads up: Augusta is the Capitol of Maine. Portland is our largest city. I'm glad you guys enjoyed our state! It is truly a 4 season playground! You guys just missed peak tourist season. During that season, the shops in Portland generally keep longer hours and are open more days. Safe travels, you guys!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you! I know now I got the capital wrong, I have been well and truly corrected in the comments 😆 But aside from that error, we absolutely loved Maine. Would love to have explored up to Baxter and the Allagash if we'd had more time! 💛

[@deepsea5107]

@@OverlandingSophia getting the capitol wrong is an easy mistake. LOL With Portland being our largest city, it would seem that Portland should be the capitol. You can always come back and explore more of Maine. :) The summer has plenty of activities (hiking, boating/kayaking, camping, etc) and the winter also offers plenty of activities (skiing/snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, etc).

[@rojeanna1]

I was getting ready to correct this also. Watching from Bangor Maine. Good job on the video

[@peterdumond6999]

Thank you for correcting. I couldn't let that go. lol

[@OverlandingSophia]

@@peterdumond6999 Don’t worry Peter, I think over half the comments on this video are people correcting me 🙈

[@torikenney2456]

I was born and raised in Rockland on the Coast for my entire 44 years. It's a hard state to survive in, but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. Most of us are hard working, friendly and generous people. I'm so blessed to live here. So happy that you enjoyed your visit to my State!!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah Tori we loved Maine! One of our favourite states so far. The variety of landscapes, the friendly people and the laid back vibe…we had the best time 💛

[@johnsmiley5387]

I live in Maine and I always find it hilarious when people say it's freezing in the autumn come back and see what it's like in January or February lol

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha I guess it depends where you’re from 😛

[@207LW]

I live at the Northern tip of Maine on the Canadian border. I am SO glad you explored areas away from the coast. Our coast is lovely but there is so much more to Maine. It’s wonderful to see it featured. I hope you come back and visit our beautiful state again soon!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Gulf Hagas and the surrounding area was our favourite part of Maine! All of it was so beautiful. Wish we could have explored for longer 💛💛

[@matthewallen2247]

The County❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@suebrigham3876]

Hi Guys North Conway ,Sandwich, Moultonboro, Center Harbor, Tamworth and Wolfeboro are Beautiful spent a lot of time there enjoy New England. and welcome to Maine

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much Sue! Actually replying to this from Conway 🥰

[@passingthroughtime3033]

Sailing off the coast of Maine. How incredible was that. Picture perfect! 👍🏻👍🏻♥️♥️♥️🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@OverlandingSophia]

Honestly it was the best. I hope the video captured just a little of how magic it felt out there. Blue skies, slight breeze. Could turn anyone into a sailor!

[@deanashortt4166]

Hello! I’m enjoying following you along as you move from the Maritimes down into Maine. I commented to you before that you would LOVE Maine. My husband and I certainly do although it’s been quite awhile since we’ve been down there. You mentioned Portland as being the capital it’s actually Augusta. The southern coastline of Maine is gorgeous and even though the swim season is over the beaches are beautiful white sand and worth seeing. There’s lots of sight seeing to been done including whale sighting tours, sports fishing, bird and seal tours, coastline tours. You enjoy hiking the end of the Appalachian trail is at Mount Katadin. Like you said in your video hiking the Appalachian trail from Springer, Georgia through to Maine is on your bucket list. You could stand on the trail in Maine and imagine the feeling of completing the hike 😄. You are going to be blown away by the colours in New Hampshire and especially Vermont. In Vermont you can get on a ferry in Grand Isle and cross over into New York State, landing in Plattsburgh. It’s about a twenty minute crossing but saves a lot of drive time if your heading into New York State. I live in Muskoka, Canada and maybe one day you’ll come here. Wishing you safe travels and looking forward to your next video! Be safe, stay safe

[@OverlandingSophia]

You were completely right Deana! Maine is so beautiful. Love the mix of wilderness inland, and then the stunning coastline. I did make a mistake with Portland, should have checked my facts first! 🙈 The AT is one of the top things on my bucket list. Ben said he'll be my support driver 😂 Thank you for the recommendations too, we're so excited to get into NH and VT. We're heading towards MA so won't be able to do the ferry to NY unfortunately. Hope we get to Muskoka one day though 🥰 xx

[@deanashortt4166]

@@OverlandingSophia Hello! Massachusetts is incredibly beautiful this time of year, and you’ll find lots to do. Maybe take in the Boston Aquarium! See where Paul Revere began his famous ride from. I think most importantly just have a great time!

[@passingthroughtime3033]

One thing I like about you two. You take us places that many never go. The colors and video is stunning! I love your positive vibe!!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much for the kind words, so glad to hear you're enjoying the journey with us! 💛

[@blackbob3358]

Do you really think they're gonna post the "downtimes" on a "happy blog", PtT ? come, now.

[@OverlandingSophia]

@@blackbob3358 We've shared many downtimes on our channel throughout the years. Miscarriage, grief, burnout... we've shared it all. But generally we are happy people and hope that comes across more than anything.

[@Toonewtoknow8513]

As a long time Mainer, the real great places are not the first ones to come to mind when you hear the name Maine. There are many hidden gems in this state and New England. Enjoy your touring and stay safe.

[@OverlandingSophia]

We can see this! Our favourite place we went was Gulf Hagas and the drive up there. It was up there with our recent drive to New Hampshire and we loved how wild and remote it felt 💛

[@Toonewtoknow8513]

@@OverlandingSophia your welcome back anytime. The secret to Maine is stop into towns when you gas up and search for hiking guides, campsites and things to do. Most guides cover the state, but some will cover the general area. I know some town halls have this sort of info. There are tons of walking trails as well. If you plan on being in the States for a while, look into the national park pass. It will cover many areas, but some places will still charge a fee to get in. Where you have a passport. You may enjoy the CAT. It runs from Bar Harbor to Nova Scotia, Canada. It may go to Portland, Me as well. This time of year they do train rides for foliage peeping. So many things to do. The guides may also be able to be found online. I just stumbled across your channel yesterday. I look forward to seeing more.

[@passingthroughtime3033]

The Stephen King house was beautiful. Thank you for showing us. Loved it! ♥️♥️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@OverlandingSophia]

Wasn't it so cool?! Loved the wrought iron gargoyles and spider webs on the gates. Understated gothic👌

[@fishinwidow35]

Born and raised here, live here now. I have been discovering Maine for decades. You missed a LOT.

[@fishinwidow35]

Portland was founded by my ancestor George Cleeves. He has a statue on the Foreside.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Unfortunately we don’t have decades to explore! 😂 Would loved to have gone to the Allagash and seen more of inland Maine though.

[@fishinwidow35]

@@OverlandingSophia I understand and you would have loved the Allagash. You would have seen more than a snake for wildlife.

[@bordercolliepupopvoedenont924]

Love your video. What an amazing colours Main has during fall. Love the drone footage. May i gife you an advice On the harnass of Scout. River's harnass is a Y- harnass. It's well suited for dogs. She can move her pas forward without obstruction. The harnass Scout is wearing is't wright. It prevents his front paws to move freely forward. Now he is still young it doesn't bother him i think, but when he gets older, he can develop joint issues. So maybe you can buy him a Y harnass as well. Love your two dogs. Love your video's thank you for sharing your travels. Bay Ingrid.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much for this! We've been meaning to get Scout a new harness for a long time. Canada was so expensive we wanted to wait until the States. We completely understand it's not an ideal harness but your message has just given us the kick up the butt to actually get to a pet store. Thank you for caring about the pups so much 💛

[@bordercolliepupopvoedenont924]

@@OverlandingSophia no kick needed, i know how much you love your dogs. Canada is probably as expensive as Switserland is. Also as beautifull!! Love your trafels, have fun with the dogs.🥰🥰

[@cristianc.6302]

Chesca, you are absolutely right, a true hiker knows that the hiking poles are very useful for your knees, especially in the long term. Only a foolsish amateur will make jokes about them :).

[@OverlandingSophia]

😂 Needless to say, by the end of the hike a certain someone was enjoying using them!

[@beehill1]

I have a big problem with one of my knees which means I use hiking poles whenever I’m doing any serious walking, even city walks. I wouldn’t be without them, they are my saviour! X

[@alexstanley3315]

Or a soldier who carries a 90 lb ruck

[@andrewmacdonnell2860]

How was the skiing ⛷️

[@oipolloi4242]

Im all bout that ultra light gangster shiyte, live in Maine and Hike all over NH and MEs rugged boulder ridden up and down trails. To use them when I thought I was going on a Mount Everest Expedition lmao. But yeah-no, trekking pole are a superb piece o' equipment.. just seems more I've hiked the less I use them now I'd rather smash my knees up and increase my bone density and not stop. Forget hhhhwhat the doctor say y'all Western tool$... and I'm no better @

[@katherinecollins9636]

Bangor is pronounced "Ban -gore". Augusta is the capitol. Camden is always a traffic nightmare. We live 30 minutes south of Bangor and find living in Maine to be quiet, safe, and beautiful. Thank you for coming to Maine and exploring!

[@lorilibby2177]

The leaves turn color because the amount of sunlight, not temperature. As winter approaches, the days are shorter which tells the trees to stop producing chlorophyll so the leaves die and fall off. No need of the leaves while the tree hibernates.

[@OverlandingSophia]

This is true, but I was referring to the intensity of the colour in New England. Leaves fall everywhere but the colours are especially vibrant in that part of the world. When there’s warm days and cool nights, that’s when the pigments are the strongest 💛 - www.fs.usda.gov/visit/fall-colors/science-of-fall-colors

[@suzybeetravels]

Loved this video. Autumn 🍂 is our favourite season plus Stephen King's House! Read all of his books as a teenager 😁

[@OverlandingSophia]

Autumn is the best, especially in this part of the world. So cosy and beautiful 🍂 So cool to see Stephen Kings house too! Expected more Halloween decs though 😂

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

Thank you for the lovely video. We are watching your adventures through America!!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you for joining us 🥰

[@Jakallibon]

Stunning, stunning video this week you guys😍😄🥰. I'm glad you're enjoying your travels! Hope you're doing amazing! Have a great week 💕xx

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Jak! Hope all is good with you 🥰 xxx

[@gardeninfatuation964]

Can't wait for Vermont! Traveling vicariously through you on a rainy 🌧 Sunday in Nova Scotia!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Send our love to Nova Scotia!! And we’re sending some sunshine your way 🌞

[@Mythos131]

@@OverlandingSophia Hey it worked, thanks

[@kellydean3497]

My old stopping grounds! No porcupines north of georgia! nice work!

[@gijoephillips]

You’re kidding right? I’ve seen porcupines all the way to the Canadian border.

[@kellydean3497]

@@gijoephillips that’s called sarcasm. Have you heard of that?

[@gijoephillips]

Never heard of it. I'll google it. @@kellydean3497

[@krystalshepherd4582]

If you guys come again I encourage you to check out our natural waterfalls hidden throughout the state. Such beautiful sights to see here. There's a water tower in Bangor that is open one day each season where you can overlook the beauty also if you ever time that just right. Thanks for coming. You guys were here for the cold front, we had a week or so of cold and then the nights turned unseasonably warm since. First time in years kids could trick or treat without layers and layers.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Sounds beautiful! We are partial to a waterfall or two. Maine really blew us away with how beautiful it was, and the variety. Hiking in the deep forest one day and sailing the next! 💛

[@scottbuck9348]

I agree, I’m a land surveyor here in central maine and I hike through the woods every single day. I’ve came across a few waterfalls, little and big Niagara but Indian falls on lower Wilson stream in Greenville is absolutely breath taking! Last week I came across the ice caves up off the golden road by first debsconeag lake! That’s worth the hike too!

[@johnallen148]

Hi Chesca,, Ben,and the doggies of course,what a beautiful place to go hiking the colours on the trees are so beautiful with the waterfalls absolutely stunning ❤,yes the light bar works brilliant so much light you are getting I would not want to meet you coming the other way lol 😆 what a beautiful sail boat did you know how old it was , you like sailing Ben ,lots of strange creatures in the museum I see Chesca something reminded you of Ben how bad is that lol 😮,well thank you for taking me around with you on this wonderful trip ,till next time take care keep yourself safe,John 👍☠️👽👾👻💀🌹🌹🇬🇧👀🤔😝🦵

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hello! Yeah the colours are incredible, it's hard to capture the different shades and the vividness on camera, it doesn't seem to do it justice! The schooner was originally built in 1927!! Now completely restored and is such a beautiful boat. Think that afternoon on the water could convince anyone to be a sailor. Hope you're doing well John, love from Maine xx

[@manyahope52]

You guys are awesome! Thank you for your videos. I live here in New Hampshire and weekend car camp all over Maine, NH and VT. It's fun to see my "home" through your eyes. Lots of love to you and the pups!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Aw this is so amazing to hear, thank you! We've been in New Hampshire this week and have FALLEN IN LOVE 😍 You'll probably recognise quite a few of the places we've been! xx

[@always.wondering.wandering]

My friend who is in Maine now said the colors are at their peek and beautiful. She sent me a photo and the reds are just brilliant. So glad you have been able to see this state in all it's colorful glory. Loved your hike and sailing cruise, my dad loved to sail. Stephen King and the cryptology museum.....how cool! I'd love to just be following you 4 right now, you're having such a wonderful trip. Have a great week ahead....enjoy!

[@OverlandingSophia]

It really is beautiful, we’ve never seen colours like it. It’s as though someone has literally painted some of the trees! You would have loved the cryptozoology museum and Stephen Kings house! Such a cool thing to do in the run up to Halloween 🎃 Hope you’re doing well, sending love xx

[@victoriaann58]

Hi Chesca, I started using ski poles for hiking a few years ago. (We live in the mountains of California; however, I was born and raised in Maine.) I was putting off a total knee replacement for as long as possible. I finally got my knee replaced two months ago; I went hiking last weekend and used my poles. I don’t think I would’ve made it without them. They help stabilize your knee. I hope you enjoy you tripu

[@OverlandingSophia]

Wow, glad to hear you’re recovering so well after your knee replacement! Definitely agree, hiking poles are essential for knee health! 💛

[@asaandthemarchharepart267]

Brilliant video. Those colours are absolutely awesome 🍂🍁 Steven Kings house to a trail by a river, I can hear the music, hit that banjo 🪕haha so Deliverance. And what a fabulous museum, totally XFiiles. Fantastic to watch. Crisp sandwiches awesome, and yes to trekking poles, but has to have 2. Keep loving the adventure both. Safe Travels. Love and Hugs X

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Asa! Hahah Ben said on multiple occasions that it reminds him of Deliverance 🙈 Thankfully no banjo's were heard. Another trekking pole is on the list, the shop only had one 😂 Hope you're having a lovely weekend, love and hugs from all of us xx 💕

[@silvertuch]

I am from Florida, live in Nova Scotia now, but used to live in Bangor and work in Acadia. These videos have been amazing for me. Fun fact, Mr. King's son lives in the big house next door. I was late watching your last video otherwise I would have mentioned that while in Acadia, if you park at the Mount Desert Island hospital, there is a path along the coast that leads to the harbor and shops and is gorgeous

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh amazing! Looks like we're going through all your old haunts! As we'll also be in Florida eventually! 😂 That's a cool fact about his son living next door. We loved Bangor, and all of inland Maine actually. Would love to go back and do the Allagash etc! xx

[@passingthroughtime3033]

Never hear of the Grand Canyon of Maine, but have been to the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. If you go to Pennsylvania you must see the Pocono mountains, Lancaster Amish country, and New Hope Pennsylvania a British town built in the 1700s. Tons of History in the state of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia is where the United States started.

[@rkuyon]

Thank you for featuring my state! It is truly a beautiful place!!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh you’re more than welcome! We LOVED Maine! What a variety of things to do and places to explore. Hiking in the woods, sailing and cryptozoology museums all in a few days!

[@vallovesnature8449]

I seriously found your video by chance! I spent many summer vacations in Camden. I love it there! The town’s slogan is “Where the mountains meet the sea”. You can see why. The Olad is so awesome to be on. I’m so glad you guys are enjoying Maine. Stay awesome!

[@OverlandingSophia]

That’s the perfect slogan for Camden 😍 All of Maine was picture postcard beautiful. We fell in love 💛

[@vallovesnature8449]

@@OverlandingSophia I love Maine so much I went to a small college in Unity for a couple years. 😁

[@markplenty2631]

Hi Guys, hope you’re well, autumn 🍂 colours are amazing aren’t they? Not a bad entrance fee for the park. Ah the gorge really looks so good.. waterfalls are my favourite thing to see also! That rugged walk looks so difficult. Gotta love the light bar, I hope to get one on the Galaxy.. spooky 👻. I love horror movies, I watched the grudge in the woods on my own once! 😂. That’s so peaceful sailing! ⛵️. Chesca for Captain too! Love the meal choice.. loved the museum.. very interesting.. sometimes you just need to crash out, anyway, have a lovely week going forward, catch you next time 👌

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hey Mark! Yep, the autumn colours here are incredible and we haven’t even got to the heart of New England yet. Can’t believe you watched the grudge in the woods in your own! You’re absolutely mad 😂😂 Ben would probably join you! Hope you’re having a lovely weekend, sending love xx 💞

[@markplenty2631]

@@OverlandingSophia 😂😂 mad I am, I was that scared from the film I drove back with the interior light on and slept on top of the duvet.. and yes, I’m having the perfect weekend, doing weekends out in my van too. Will share soon. X

[@jopaylor1127]

Love the fact Ben was watching Vera 😁😁 as a Geordie, this tickled me pink 🤣🤣 Love to River and Scout, as always xxx

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hehe he loves it! Think it's his second watch through 😂

[@christinashipley2500]

Hi there This is Jay from the UK, a nice place to visit is a place called Conway, the white mountains national forest and also Mount Washington, we were there a few years ago and the scenery was breathtaking, hope you both enjoy your journey, take care Jay 😊

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hey Jay! Thank you for the recommendation, we've actually been in Conway this week waiting for the weather to clear to do the Kancamgus highway! It's such a beautiful part of the world. Hope the next videos brings back some memories for you! xx

[@georgehartin4555]

That's in New Hampshire

[@ritaladd]

I live in Augusta, Maine. I love the video of your visit to Maine my daughter and I hiked golf hagus a few years ago. I love the series Vera too I love all the British crime shows ❣️I noticed someone already commented that Augusta is the capital of Maine, not Portland. Thanks again for your videos. God Bless you both.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks so much Rita 💛 We really loved Maine, my apologies about the capital mistake 🙈 Love that you enjoy Vera too! Exquisite taste in TV shows 😀

[@davery07]

Another wonderful and beautiful video. So enjoying your travels. :)

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks so much! So pleased you’re enjoying the adventures with us 🥰

[@Aaron-P]

I am a *huge* proponent of hiking poles! Specifically one-piece Nordic walking poles. In pairs with my hands strapped in & heading uphill, it's like walking in four wheel drive. Loved the Cryptozoology Museum! Had fun pausing the video to read the exhibit cards. Some of the knuckle print castings were taken not far from where I spent the 2nd half of my childhood in Eastern Oregon. Said this last week, but your timing into New England was perfect with the autumn leaves and spooky time! ❤️❤️😎👍xx

[@OverlandingSophia]

Like walking in four wheel drive!! 😂 😂 I've never heard hiking poles described so perfectly! Honestly you could spend a week there reading all the snippets and bits of information. The question is... did you ever see Bigfoot?!

[@Aaron-P]

@@OverlandingSophia nope, never saw him, but Sasquatch *is* the Hide & Seek World Champion! 😉😉

[@bobkirby2603]

Glad you enjoyed Mane we loved it when we went, we did not see the Fall but we did see the snow on the tops, incredible. Ben Vera really my wife old grump loves watching her. New one out Karen Pire think that's how you spell it I found it different. Nice way. Are you doing the big cities NY and Washington, Phily all nice let's see if you can find the town called Intercourse in Lancaster county, Amish area. History is incredible even though theirs s a lot younger country. Take care from two old fossils from the museum and Sir Barkalot. Yes he is still a brilliant guard dog, even his pic at top. That is him.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oo thank you for the tip! Ben's already bookmarking it now to watch 😂 My mum's loving Shetland too at the moment, don't know if you've watched that one. Yes we do plan on doing the big cities, but mainly NY and Boston. Heard that there's good Amish stuff to see in PA so will see what we can find! Hope the videos are bringing back some memories of your trips here. Love to you both and kisses for Sir Barkalot xx 🐾

[@DavidHaney1]

GR8 VID ~ LOVED ❤ IT !!! This one brought back my own road trip memory of doing the Maine coast. I flew into Boston and rented a car and drove up and down all the peninsulas and islands along the coast. Great trip !!!

[@teeta62]

Love your video!!! So happy you enjoyed your visit here. I will share so others may help with your trip. Take Care

[@OverlandingSophia]

You’re amazing, thank you so much Lisa. So glad to hear you enjoyed the video 🥰💛

[@janettesinclair6279]

Incredibly beautiful autumn colours! That was some hike. Yes, a walking pole (or even two) is a good thing - it helps with balance so you have to put less physical effort into the walking. The sailboat episode was wonderful, the boats with full sail look so good against the blue water.

[@OverlandingSophia]

The colours have been incredible! I would walk with two poles but with cameras and two dogs one is hard enough 😂 The boats were beautiful weren't they?! That schooner we were on was originally built in 1927!

[@TT-zd6nr]

Re: Scout getting stuck in vs River's food inspection. Reminds me of eating in a Lowestoft (England) restaurant 10 years ago on Sunday. There we were with nicely laid out food showing lots of spare plate whilst on other tables, octenarians (I was told) had the Full Sunday Lunch with lots of meat, vegetables and gravy with no spare plate showing. The waitress explained (after tactfully mentioning we seem to have chosen a light meal) that it was the war years. Lack of regular food made you grateful and so you ate what you could, ate it all and left nothing. Scout clearly was grateful.

[@OverlandingSophia]

So true! Scout can sniff out the tiniest bone off the floor, something that looks no bigger than a match. He spent 8 months of his life scavenging for food and probably going hungry for days. Now he's never without a full belly, a warm bed and endless cuddles. And we both think we're the lucky ones that he found us 💕 🐾

[@dscottnyc]

Another great video, love following you. Yes to hiking poles and I haven’t had a crisp sandwich since I lived in the UK, but will have one for lunch today! See you next Sunday

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah thank you so much Duncan, love to have you with us for the ride! Haha that's what we like to hear, bringing some UK culinary delights across the pond 😂 xx

[@enbyfrogz6766]

So glad you were able to visit Maine, i feel truly lucky to live here! And yes, the hikes are absolutely beautiful, and it does get to be 50-60°F around the day and dips down into the mid 20's at night, making lots of frost and mist in the morning. Autumn is my favorite season for that reason. Also, im sure you've heard that the capitol of the state is Augusta, but in my opinion it should be Portland. I know why it's Augusta, war strategy and all, but Augusta is just kind of sad compared to Portland. Still glad you enjoyed it in Maine!! 💜🌲

[@OverlandingSophia]

We didn’t really know what to expect from Maine but it kind of blew us away! Especially inland Maine, those forests were insanely beautiful. And to experience it during autumn too was extra special. And yes, my apologies for getting the capital wrong. I really thought it was Portland 🙈💛

[@enbyfrogz6766]

@@OverlandingSophia im so happy you enjoyed it, it really is beautiful! and it's alright, barely anyone here in Maine knows that anyway so i don't blame you haha

[@phillyandkeely]

Light bar looks sick!! Ben you need to watch "Smile" let us know what you think. It actually genuinely frightened me lol, would love to hear if you like it. Also its so weird that all the places in America are named same as places from UK. Don't miss struggling to find parkups lol, but I am defo missing alot of things about the van watching your vids xx Those big foot casts are mad! "That has got to hurt" hahahahahaha I would honestly love that museum lol, love all that lore stuff.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Don't know why I'm just seeing these 🙉 Ben's added Smile to the list, he says he's heard of it but never watched it. SO much lore in Maine, with all those backwoods there are lots of creepy stories. Loved it there, probably one of our favourite states 💛 xx

[@plainsimple442]

I think that Camden is the prettiest town in Maine. Have sailed my boat there and also on the Olad. Worked in Portland many years ago. Enjoy the remainder of New England. Keep looking up...........Rick

[@OverlandingSophia]

Wow! The Olad was such a beautiful boat, can't believe it was originally built in 1927. Camden was so beautiful, can easily agree with you. It was the prettiest town we saw. What amazing memories you must have from there 💛

[@scottlewistravels9345]

Happy Sunday 👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yesss!!! Happy Sunday! ⭐️ ⭐️

[@MoonRiverTravels]

😂 Oh Ben, your comments need to come with a warning! Though, I would tend to agree with them after seeing the contents of 'that' display case! 😅 Loved seeing Scout enjoying his zoomies, so good to see him enjoying life, while River watches on... her serene highness 😂 Loved seeing Maine through both your eyes, and the magic fall foliage of New England 🍁 Have a fab week and see you next time! xx

[@OverlandingSophia]

That's not even the stuff he says off camera. 🙈 😆 Haha River will sit and watch him, figure out where he's going and then suddenly pounce on him and try and herd him! The fastest sheep she ever did see 😂 Hope all is good with you Kit? Sending much love and hugs from across the pond xx 💕

[@bridgetalves5667]

Such beautiful scenery, loving this journey with you guys and I absolutely love how you take your doggies on all your adventures, they must be the happiest hounds in the world ❤

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much Bridget 💛 Aye those pups come everywhere with us! 🐾 🐶

[@nickthomas181]

A great vlog with an autumnal backdrop. Maine looked great with great scenery and trails looking forward to Vermont and New Hampshire . Wishing you all the best.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Nick, yep autumn is in full swing here! The colours are absolutely incredible. Hope you're having a lovely weekend, sending lots of love from the States xx 💕

[@saraboston2031]

I lived in Boothbay for 8 years! Beautiful place! If you're ever in Maine again, check out the Rangeley region, it's beautiful!

[@barbhanson1756]

Your channel popped up for me back just after you landed in Nova Scotia, my home province, so I've been watching since. I am now in Ontario, Canada, and whenever we drive back to NS, we usually go through upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire (our favourite state) and Maine, and then cross back into New Brunswick. VT and NH have beautiful scenery, and if you can, I'd suggest you follow Route 302 across both states. Another option in New Hampshire, would be to take Hwy 112 (Kancamagus) from just south of Conway/North Conway to Lincoln/North Woodstock, and then I93 north from there. You just can't go wrong on any of those roads for beauty and scenery. I can't wait for next week's video to see where you have explored! Safe travels.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah amazing, incredible you get to drive through these places regularly 😊 We've just done the Kancamagus and I93 (and more!). New Hampshire has been incredible, we just missed the peak foliage though! So difficult to time it right!

[@LauraMe...]

We live in Maine and last Summer we got a flat on the road into Gulf Hagas. We'll we were on the way out. And at Stephen Kings you were a 5 minute walk to my home. 😊 Camden is one of my favorite spots, and I love that it's literally the opposite of Bar Harbor. There's a beautiful spot called Mount Batty that's another breathtaking spot!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh no! We can see why, those roads were pretty brutal on the way to Gulf Hagas 🙈 We really fell in love with Maine, one of our favourite states we've visited so far! 💛

[@Sockieknowshockey]

Those hikes over rocks and roots can be exhausting and hard on the ankles. Looks like you had some great weather. Weird thing is snow could happen anytime now!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Aren't they?! Surprisingly slow. Your neck is bent double watching your step and it's tough on the ol' joints. But it was beautiful and worth the struggle. Thank god I had a walking pole 😆

[@debinafeathers3691]

When in New England you must have the chowder and the lobster roll sandwich. I wasn’t sure if you guys eat fish but when in Rome as they say. The old salt restaurant 490 Lafayette Rd., Hampton, NH has the best chowder we’ve ever had. Thanks for an awesome video love seeing the colors changing it’s such a beautiful thing. 💜

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes we do eat fish! Although only local, so being on the Atlantic coast we've been spoiled. Had a lobster roll when we were in Camden and it was divine! We may or may not be passing through Hampton, but bookmarked that restaurant. Thank you so much for the tip 🥰

[@debinafeathers3691]

@@OverlandingSophia 💜

[@carolwhitten5235]

Pinkham Notch NH- expensive but amazing to take the cog railroad to as far as they going this time of year or van if they are still running. Burke Vermont - Burke has bike(rentals) trails like no other place, beautiful ride above on rt 5 /5a, to lake willoughby, do a corn maze- kingdom corn maze and pumpkin patch might be fun. Just be aware things close early and plan on making your own meals. Restaurant’s in main towns like Burke and Lyndonville but get choices at the groceries stores to be sure when traveling in northern New Hampshire and Vermont.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks for the recommendations Carol! We mostly eat in the van so usually have a stocked cupboard, but good to know. Thank you 🥰

[@lindataylor6093]

Amazing colours, a definite want to visit. I've driven west coast from San Francisco to LA, fab. Take care x

[@OverlandingSophia]

The colours have been incredible! I did the west coast too about 10 years ago! Can't wait to get there again on this trip xx

[@MissusStitches]

I love watching Vera too. And yes hiking poles are great and save the knees.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Great minds 💕 💕

[@deanolson3804]

Hi guys sorry for late post,went fishing early this morning. I am so pleased you were able to see Main in all of it's Majesty and glory.The drone shots were epic. Living in Colorado we laugh when Eastern folk say mountains . We call them foothills we have real mountains. For example if you google" World's largest flat top mountain" you will see the Grand Mesa in Colorado. That's where we went fishing this morning. Only an hour drive from our front door and it's only 11 thousand feet above sea level. My heart melts seeing River having so much fun in his new life. Bless you for saving him and making him part of your live and adventure. Glad to see your doing well. Peace, Keep the faith. Dean

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha true! Although, these are very much mountains, just a lot older than the ones you have in the west! Really hoping we make it out to Colorado, maybe we can join you for a fishing trip on the mesa 🥰 Scout melts our hearts every day, it was the best decision giving him a new life. Although, we say that he definitely adopted us, and not the other way around! 😆 🐶

[@deanolson3804]

@@OverlandingSophia Unfortunatly with your schedule you may be here in the winter.I would'nt advise you to cross the rockies in a snow storm. As much as I would love to meet the 4 of you the risk to reward is not worth it. Time will tell Peace ,Keep safe Dean

[@eddvanlife7396]

Hi Ben & Chesca. Sorry we have not commented for a while. Trying to follow all our Vanlifers on limited EU data is so hard. Been home for a while binge watching to catch up. Love your Newfoundland and start of states journey, an area we have not yet been too. Only 17 States to get and they are so easy to tick off in the North East. Anyway setting off again soon for a big Balkans/Turkey trip with a Christmas Villa maybe where you stayed ..... very excited. Safe travels down through the states. P.S. Ben Walking sticks are so beneficial we used them in Norway this summer and our Portuguese Camino last year...Priceless on the knees. Safe Travels.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Guys! Don't apologise at all, would much rather know you're off having adventures than watching our videos! Hope you've had an incredible time, very jealous you're off to Turkey and the Balkans. Ben and I were reminiscing over Turkey the other day and we miss it a lot, can't wait to be back there one day. Are you going to the same villa or just in the same area, Kalkan?! Either way, have an amazing time, sending love from the USA xx 💕

[@northerngirl1637]

Bummer about the Old Port! You guys did really well fitting in as much as you did. I think you made some great choices and I really enjoyed it. Nice job and Thanks for visiting. Scratches for the doggies!!!💙🐾💙🐾🍁🐾🤗

[@OverlandingSophia]

We really burnt out by the end! Could say we hit a red brick wall 🙈 I'm so glad you enjoyed our video of Maine, such an underrated state. We could easily have spent so much longer there! Gone up to the Allagash etc 😍 Maybe one day! xx

[@revyera]

I'm all about mysteries! One of my favourite things to do is taking a myth(-ical creature) and thinking about how it came about. How and why did people thought about sharing the tale and why sometimes similar figures are depicted in totally different cultures and areas of the world. Super interesting episode! And yeah early autumn is honestly my favourite season. I love the changing leaves and catch myself often going on walks through forests this time of year. Until next week xx 💕

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes!! Exactly! The museum was fascinating because he's curated these displays of 'evidence', folklore, modern day interpretations etc. From a purely anthropological viewpoint it's so interesting, but then he's also 100% a believer in all of these creatures so you really feel like you're in Mulder's office in the X Files. LOVED it. Sending love and we'll let you know first if we spot Bigfoot 😘 xx

[@Bigheartrolling]

I was in Maine about for 2 months left in Sept. I stayed in that dark sky park and hiked there also. Loved Maine! Happy Travels.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah that’s such a good amount of time to explore Maine. We would have loved to do more hiking 🥰

[@daniellesoucy5269]

So happy you enjoyed your trip through Maine. I've lived here my whole life and absolutely love it here. I've done some traveling, but will always come back.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Danielle, we fell in love with Maine. Something about it we can’t quite put our finger on! A very special place 💛

[@scottandvon]

Wonderful video!!! Lifelong Mainer here. You folks visited some damn fine spots. Not a fan of taking dogs on such long hikes though. Especially when they are leashed. A couple of those crossings were a little risky. Take care!

[@melissagilley2202]

I have lived on mount Desert Island my entire life..40 years.... You should come back in the winter. Completely different experience!!!

[@jameslevine4284]

It's wild that this popped up on my KZbin feed. We live 20 minutes from Camden and our friend was the captain on that schooner!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah no way! Those guys were so nice!

[@petemcfeet28]

@3:48 Corrugated roads. Ha! Love it. I'm not sure what they call them in the USA, but Canadians typically call those washboard roads. I like corrugated.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha yes! Because it's like driving on a piece of corrugated iron 😂

[@ftkinsella]

Loving your adventures. The drone footage was incredible. The colours were so beautiful. Cheers 😘🥂😘

[@OverlandingSophia]

I have to be honest, the drone footage wasn’t mine, as you need a license to fly a drone commercially (ie, for KZbin!) in the States. Working on getting my license though 😬 But that’s exactly what the trees looked like! The colours here are out of this world xx

[@davidwren1879]

Welcome to Maine! You weren't far away when you drove from Acadia to the inland trail.

[@mattperkins8841]

Drove right by us on your way thru Bangor. Enjoyed the video, glad you enjoyed our beautiful state!

[@OverlandingSophia]

We really did, Maine is beautiful! Wish we had chance to explore for longer 💛 And Bangor was a hidden gem, we loved it there

[@michaelbmiller1955]

Smuggler’s Notch in Vermont, North Conway in New Hampshire. I grew up in Montreal, so spent lots of time in New England, skied in Vermont and NH. Now live in Halifax and visit NE almost every year. East coast US and Canada is beyond fabulous for scenery!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Amazing! We've been right in your neck of the woods this whole trip so far! 😆 Thanks for the tips, can't wait to get into NH and Vermont! 💛

[@philipewer3752]

Great episode! Definitely need to visit that museum!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Philip! That museum was so much fun 🤩

[@merryburton1940]

Very nice video....I live in Milo the heart of Maine....you missed Moosehead lake it's gorgeous...maybe next time...

[@WildCosy]

I have a dodgy knee too from surgery so I appreciate the need for the poles 👍 Hiking is so worth it 😍

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes! I want to still be hiking when I'm 80! 🥰

[@WildCosy]

@@OverlandingSophia 🌲⛰️🌲

[@kdboyle7673]

Just “found” you and live the videos. Another “yes” for hiking poles. Glad you got into areas away from the coast (although Coastal Maine is beautiful). The interior has mountains, forests and views as stunning as NH, VT and Western MA.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you! We’re SO glad we made it inland a little. Honestly we could have explored much deeper into Maine, if we had more time. Such a wild and remote corner of the world, we fell in love a little! 💛

[@terrimitchell6895]

Portsmouth New Hampshire is really a beautiful old town . Nice place to walk around

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hopefully we can make it there, heard it's beautiful!

[@joannecampbell9915]

Portsmouth absolutely a must see, historic, coffee shops/Popovers and Tuscans, beaches, the list goes on. Be safe and well.

[@lesleycameron9132]

Love seeing your dogglies loving their hikes too and every piece of water being a playground! Also agree that hiking poles are a must - can help with circulation and avoid chunky fingers you sometimes get with the heat or humidity. 👍🏻

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Lesley! Yep those pups love all the hiking, those guys don't need poles 😆

[@northerngirl1637]

Doggies are the best!!!

[@kristirobichaud5741]

Augusta is our capitol, Portland is a largeish city so great to see you visiting my homeland. great videos!

[@Poet1952]

It’s so nice to hear and see how UK travelers can put a positive spin on American landscapes. Rare. Many thanks.

[@OverlandingSophia]

We're glad you think that, we've loved the US so far and can't wait to see what else lies in store 💛

[@teslacumba]

Anyone with eyes can put a positive spin on American landscapes.

[@WrecklessSith]

This was cool to watch, I've been all over Maine, lived here my whole life, cool to see it from your guy's perspective.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Richard, we had a wonderful couple of weeks here. Wish we could have explored for longer!

[@maineiacial]

First off. Welcome to Maine! You went right by my place in Waterville(i can see the highway). Glad you enjoyed yourselves! If you get down to Boston make sure to go to the mapparium at the Christain Science Center. Its a stained glass globe about 30 meters across thats stained glass you view from the INSIDE! The best part is the unusual acoustics. Enjoy!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hey Bill! Yes we absolutely loved Maine. Such a beautiful state with so much to do and so much open space. Ah we’ve been and left Boston! Apparently there was a huge globe near Portland we could have seen too that we missed?!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Hiking poles are essential 👌

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Great video guys, say Gulfagus Rim trail three times fast 🤣 So envious,.this trip is so much On our bucket list

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hahah say it without laughing too 😂

[@matthewallen2247]

Love it! Maine is a great state, I've been here for 20 years now.

[@OverlandingSophia]

It's beautiful! One of our favourite states we've been to so far 😍

[@joylord6852]

Hi guys thank you very much for all the beautiful tree fly overs it’s just so gorgeous. I think you need a T-shirt or hoody with a picture of all the beautiful colours with the dogs bursting through the picture I think it would look fantastic. Just my vision. Keep enjoying what you are doing it looks like you are having lots of fun. Lots of Love 😊🏝🦋💖🦮

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hello! The colours here are something else aren’t they? It’s been on my bucket list for ages so to be here finally is awesome 🍂 Love the sound of the illustration 🐶 xx

[@randalltolman2368]

I hope you injoyed your time here in maine,,Maine,,, come back when you can do more in the north maine woods, moose trips, fishing, hiking

[@OverlandingSophia]

We really did love it here. Would love to do more of the woods, see the Allagash back country. Baxter too but they don’t allow dogs 😔

[@charlenechua6073]

Yay USA adventure episode begin

[@OverlandingSophia]

Woop 🙌 Thanks for joining us Charlene 🥰💛

[@EZDiggin]

Maine is definitely a beautiful place!!! I'm so blessed to live here

[@OverlandingSophia]

Completely agree! We loved Maine 🥰 You live in a beautiful part of the world!

[@nicoleturner8464]

So glad you enjoyed your stay! Love Maine! Born and raised here😍

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Nicole! We loved Maine, such an underrated and beautiful State, with so much to do 😍

[@annsmith9196]

Love Vera! I'm watching Lewis at the moment. Glad you are safe.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah another one of Ben's absolute favourites! 🤓

[@annsmith9196]

@@OverlandingSophia has he watched Murdock Mysteries? It had lots of seasons and is made in Canada. I think they can watched on KZbin. It's a brilliant little show.

[@stephencody6088]

Umm how are you going to cross the Durian Gap? Oh it's not exactly cold in Maine right now,you got lucky. It's usually much colder.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Most people ship from Panama but we’ll be shipping from Mexico as we can’t drive a RHD vehicle through Costa Rica. Haha well frosty mornings are cold for us, hence why we’re chasing the sun south 🌞

[@cathyandgreg4239]

Thanks for exploring off the normal spots...but vacations require rest days...take a nap! cheers

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks guys, consider your advice taken! 😴

[@MrEpfournier]

I've lived in Maine all my life and that's the first time I've been to Gulf Hague, glad I was able to join you.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Well take this is as your sign to get your hiking boots on to head over there. It’s beautiful 😀💛

[@Sadie04074]

One correction though is that Portland is not the capital of Maine. Augusta is the capital of Maine. Lol. I subscribed and I am looking forward to your future adventures. I really love your devotion to the pups!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes my mistake! I was convinced it was Portland for some reason 😂 Thank you for subscribing and hope you enjoy the ride with us! Xx

[@johncook3273]

Freeport Maine has some great outlet stores if you need any gear for cheap. Take a compass with you when you hike (+matches/water/flashlight) when the fall comes and the leaves fall it can get very easy to get lost in the woods as tails can get onbscured and watch the sunset times. It might be a little easier in the States but at this time in Ontario North of Toronto i.e.Hunstville the leaves are really starting to come down and they blanket everywhere. Oh and one more thing watch you speed when you drive through New Hampshire - they used to make a lot of revenue by handing out speeding tickets but that was years ago :)

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks for this John! We always carry 2 torches and compass with us, although that hike took us about an hour longer than we anticipated. Can see how the leaves would obscure the trail, they're getting very thick on the floor here too. And thanks for the tip about speeding, although we usually cruise along as efficiently as possible 😂

[@cindygaudet1390]

Reminds me of cape Breton if Fiona hadn’t come by. Lol our friend did the trail all way but For 2 days and then got ill with lyme disease. Vermont is beautiful. Have safe travels

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh no that's awful!! I hope she's okay 😔 Can only imagine how beautiful Cape Breton must be in the fall!

[@linelafrance2937]

I always use sticks when hiking. But it,s better to use 2. ;)

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes! Totally agree, the shop only had one left 😂💛

[@chasingscenery95]

Another great video! Love watching from down here in New Zealand. Curious to know how you go about planning your routes (eg how much researching in advance vs spontaneous decisions)?

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh amazing!! New Zealand is a bucket list place for both of us. We usually plan about a week ahead, and leave room for flexibility. So this week we knew we wanted to do the hike and I booked the sailing boat 2 days in advance. We knew we wanted to head to Portland but didn't know about the cryptozoology museum, decided the night before we'd go there. If you ask us what we're doing this week I can give you a rough route, but as of next week we have no idea 😅 (Although we do know our general route through the States)

[@bethhutch7625]

Portland is our largest city---no wonder one would think it's our capital city----but Augusta is

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes I was convinced it was Portland! Completely wrong 🙈

[@gateries]

In Vermont you should visit Ben & Jerry icecream factory!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes! We remember you telling us! Cherry Garcia flavor?! 😋