Washington County, located in Marshfield, ME, is known as the Sunrise County due to its easternmost position in the United States, where many believe the sun first rises on the contiguous states. With a rich abundance of natural resources, the county's economy thrives on activities such as blueberry production, accounting for nearly 85% of the world's wild blueberry supply, and lobster fishing, generating over $45 million in economic activity in 2014. Spanning 3,258 square miles, the county is home to two cities, forty towns, three plantations, and two Native American areas, attracting settlers with its vast natural resources and coastal accessibility.
What sets Washington County apart is its diverse landscape, shaped by glacial activity thousands of years ago, resulting in stunning rock formations, lakes, streams, and expansive plains. The county boasts the most picturesque scenery, the deepest cargo port, the longest coastline, including the renowned Bold Coast, the highest tides, and the highest lobster and clam landings. Despite its natural wonders, Washington County remains unburdened by heavy traffic, with only three traffic lights in the entire county, no interstate highways, Red Lobster restaurants, or poisonous snakes, making it a truly unique and captivating destination.
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