Whaleback Shell Midden

Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site

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(44) · State park in Damariscotta, United States
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Whaleback Shell Midden is a shell midden, or dump, consisting primarily of oyster shells located on the east side of the Damariscotta River in Maine, …

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Aug 12, 2024
Just about a mile walk, with no elevation changes. There is little shade so wear a hat if it's sunny. A little boring, we thought, as we didn't find it terribly interesting.Full review by marshas606
Jul 8, 2024
I love historic discovery but truth helps. The middens (one across river as well) are almost totally obscured with vegetation and dirt but I was glad to see some of the one across river. The one on…Full review by Linda P
Jun 29, 2021
It was an easy stroll down to the river where across it could be seen the midden pile. Lots of trees and flowers in bloom. The history is interesting so read about it first!Full review by lcb5310

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