Fort Popham State Historic Site Tours

Photo by Abhijit Patil
Photo by Abhijit Patil
Photo by Anita Ramakrishnan
Photo by Anita Ramakrishnan
Photo by Anita Ramakrishnan
Photo by Anita Ramakrishnan
Photo by Anita Ramakrishnan
Photo by Anita Ramakrishnan
Photo by Robbie Martin
Photo by Robbie Martin
You might be free to visit today, but Fort Popham State Historic Site hasn't always rolled out the welcome mat! Find out the story behind this mighty stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

Fort Popham State Historic Site is the perfect place to start out your day in Phippsburg. This history-filled fortress is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Save time for other attractions like Popham Beach, Popham Beach State Park, and Reid State Park to really experience what's on offer in the area.

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River View Resort

River View Resort

2.5 out of 5
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Aug 30 - Sep 5
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Dallas (DFW) to Portland (PWM)
8.8/10 Excellent! (291 reviews)
It was a basic suite-like motel. Could use an upgrade. Very 70s

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Chebeague Island Inn

Chebeague Island Inn

4 out of 5
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Aug 30 - Sep 5
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Dallas (DFW) to Portland (PWM)
8.8/10 Excellent! (70 reviews)
Nautical Mile

Nautical Mile

2.5 out of 5
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Jul 26 - Jul 30
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Philadelphia (PHL) to Portland (PWM)
8.4/10 Very Good! (12 reviews)

Popular places to visit

Popham Beach

Popham Beach

4.5/5(59 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Popham Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Phippsburg. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.

Popham Beach
Sunset with clouds. Popham State Park.

Popham Beach State Park

5/5(46 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Popham Beach State Park and popular activities like boating in Phippsburg. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Popham Beach State Park
Stargazing at Reid State Park #maine #park #stars #stargazing #beach #night #ocean

Reid State Park

5/5(8 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Reid State Park and popular activities like boating in Georgetown. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Reid State Park

Hunnewell Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hunnewell Beach during your trip to Phippsburg? Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.

Hunnewell Beach

Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Phippsburg. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area

Half Mile Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Half Mile Beach during your trip to Georgetown? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Half Mile Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Fort Popham State Historic Site

Spinneys Guesthouse & Beach Cottages
Spinneys Guesthouse & Beach Cottages
3 out of 5
987 Popham Rd, Phippsburg, ME
Spinneys Guesthouse & Beach Cottages
Sea Rose Cottage - on Popham Beach!
Sea Rose Cottage - on Popham Beach!
Phippsburg
Sea Rose Cottage - on Popham Beach!
Bayfront home with 270-degree views, large deck & porch - near Popham Beach
Bayfront home with 270-degree views, large deck & porch - near Popham Beach
Phippsburg
Bayfront home with 270-degree views, large deck & porch - near Popham Beach
Driftwood Oceanfront Cottage at Popham Beach Spectacular views from every room
Driftwood Oceanfront Cottage at Popham Beach Spectacular views from every room
Phippsburg
Driftwood Oceanfront Cottage at Popham Beach Spectacular views from every room
Popham Beach Direct Oceanfront Cottage Steps to the sand
Popham Beach Direct Oceanfront Cottage Steps to the sand
Phippsburg
Popham Beach Direct Oceanfront Cottage Steps to the sand
Driftwood Cottage just Steps to the Sandy Popham Beach!
Driftwood Cottage just Steps to the Sandy Popham Beach!
Phippsburg
Driftwood Cottage just Steps to the Sandy Popham Beach!
Driftwood Studio Beachfront cottage right in the Dunes
Driftwood Studio Beachfront cottage right in the Dunes
Phippsburg
Driftwood Studio Beachfront cottage right in the Dunes
Sweet comfy cottage on Small Point Road
Sweet comfy cottage on Small Point Road
Phippsburg
Sweet comfy cottage on Small Point Road
Classic Maine Coastline Estate
Classic Maine Coastline Estate
Phippsburg
Classic Maine Coastline Estate
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