Maine is a magical place. From the views on the coast to the foggy mornings found throughout the state, there’s something special about being here. You don’t need to do much to find it, but we love going out of our way to experience the attractions that make it extra-special. These garden trolls in Maine are unexpected and fun, which means making plans to see them in the spring is well worth the effort!

Sitting right on the coast in Boothbay, the 300 acres making up the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens provide one of the most beautiful places to enjoy Maine’s outdoors.

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From spring to summer to fall, there’s tons to explore. From sun-filled gardens with flowers to more forested spaces, it’s easy to get lost here for hours.

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There’s always a reason to visit, but now there’s something extra to love! Hiding out throughout the forest you’ll find some fun and friendly additions.

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“Guardians of the Seeds” is an outdoor art installation created by Thomas Dambo, a Danish artist. They’re all made from recycled materials, such as pallets and other wood, and are meant to teach visitors about ways they can help create a more sustainable environment.

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Each troll has been made to represent a part of a tree and was assembled by a team of 10 people from Dambo’s team and 150 volunteers from the local Maine area.

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In Denmark, the trolls are one of the most visited attractions and Dambo has created them all over the world, from Denmark to California.

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Visitors to the Coastal Botanical Gardens will be provided a map when they enter and each troll can be found by following the trail. There are five trolls to see and each is spread along the route, so you may need more than one visit to see them all.

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But if you do have the time, it’s a fun adventure to take with kids who are comfortable with walking the three miles necessary. Be sure to factor in time to stop and say hello to each new troll friend.

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For those who don’t want to walk as far, the first troll can be found in the central gardens which won’t require the same distance.

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The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is open seasonally from spring through mid-fall each year. The trolls are an installation that lives even in the off-season and they’re expected to be here for many seasons. Check the website for information on opening day and to book your tickets which must be reserved in advance. Walking through the forest to see the trolls can be done with a General Admission ticket. Be sure to follow them on Facebook for more information and photos. The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens can be reached at (207) 633-8000.

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This is a special way to enjoy the outdoors in Maine, while also learning something about how to make sure the beauty remains for a long time.

These trolls aren’t the only larger-than-life friend you’ll find here! Here’s the story behind the massive Paul Bunyan statue in Maine.

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Address: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, 105 Botanical Gdns Dr, Boothbay, ME 04537, USA