When the weather gets warm here in Maine all we want to do is venture off to spots we’ve never seen. Many of these are in more rural areas and we couldn’t be more happy about that! Each and every corner of the state offers fun and adventure, no matter what you’re interested in. For instance, a fun adventure to us includes great food and activities that keep us busy. This farm offers all of that and more. And the best part is you only need to set your GPS for one destination to find it all!
Welcome to Shaw’s Ridge Farm in little Sanford, Maine! This place has a great history and today it offers one a one-stop shop for all the things you love most about road trips in Vacationland!
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Today, the farm is owned by the 7th generation of the Shaw family! Up until the 1930s it operated at a dairy farm, owned by the grandfather of today’s owner. Quite a few people have great memories of walking to this place for a cone when they were small and today that magical feeling still exists with a few added bonuses.
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The farm sits on beautiful land, which makes visiting as scenic as it is delicious.
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And it offers plenty for both adults and kids to love.
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Ice cream is what most people think of when they think of Shaw’s Ridge and it certainly doesn’t disappoint. Open every day, you could easily get a different locally made flavor each time you visit.
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This is a fun place to visit with friends because you can taste a variety of flavors without walking away with a cone of your own in each hand.
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Don’t have a sweet tooth? That’s okay! Visit on Saturday and Sunday between 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to indulge in their delicious BBQ.
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The BBQ Barn has a large menu which means there’s something for everyone.
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And once you’ve filled your belly, head straight for the mini-golf course to play a round.
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It’s open every day from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., but we love it at dusk when the sun goes down and the lights come on.
Shaws Ridge Farm Ice Cream, BBQ, Mini-Golf / Facebook This place is about as Maine summer as it gets and we think you’ll love it!
Shaw’s Ridge Farm is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. You can learn more about them by visiting their website or following them on Facebook. For answers to questions give them a call on 207-324-2510.
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This place is about as Maine summer as it gets and we think you’ll love it!
For more great ways to explore the state on a budget check out these 10 inexpensive road trip destinations in Maine that won’t break the bank.
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Address: Shaw’s Ridge Farm Ice Cream, BBQ Barn & Mini-Golf, 59 Shaws Ridge Rd, Sanford, ME 04073, USA
