What's That Aroma? Iconic Scents Everyone Recognizes in Maine

There are many iconic scents in Maine that accentuate the unique environment and culture.

Uniquely Maine

These smells are connected to the state’s charm and appeal for locals and visitors. The scents from the woods, fields and in the air are uniquely Maine.

Seasonal Aromas

Each season has its own aromas that bring back memories, nostalgia and create new experiences.

Most Distinctive Smells in Maine

Here are some of the most distinctive scents in Maine.

Pine Trees

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Maine is called the Pine Tree State. You get the traditional aroma from wreaths at Christmas, walking in the woods, and spending time in the yard. Pine trees are everywhere and the scent is Maine.

Woodsmoke

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Nothing says Maine like a wood fire. It smells good coming from a stove or campfire. You know it's Fall, winter or early Spring when you smell it. It’s a scent of comfort and warmth.

Wet Forest Floor

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The smell is unmistakable when you’re on a walk. You especially get it after rainfall when the moss, fallen leaves and rich soil are wet. It adds so much to any trip in the Maine woods.

Maple Syrup

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There’s nothing like the smell of maple syrup. It draws you in at the sugar shacks and gets your appetite going at the breakfast table. It’s a nostalgic Maine smell.

Agricultural Fields

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Potatoes, broccoli, blueberries, strawberries and fresh cut hay, these are some of the smells that we know so well in Maine. Go by any farm and you pick up the beautiful aroma of Maine.

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Many More Scents

There are so many more scents in the state. Depending on where you are, you can smell the coast, get a whiff of a lobster bake or know it’s fair season when you smell the food. Maine is abundant and the aromas are one of a kind.