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Saco is a city in York County, Maine, United States. It is home to Ferry Beach State Park, Funtown Splashtown USA, Thornton Academy, as well as General Dynamics Armament Systems (also known by its former name, Saco Defense), a subsidiary of the defense contractor General Dynamics. Saco has two growing business parks and another one under development. Saco sees much tourism during summer months, due to its amusement parks, Ferry Beach State Park, and proximity to Old Orchard Beach.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 39.3 square miles (101.9 km2), of which, 38.5 square miles (99.7 km2) of it is land and 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2) of it (2.21%) is water. Situated beside Saco Bay on the Gulf of Maine, Saco is drained by the Saco River.
Saco Area Code is 207
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Old Orchard Beach Region Map
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Saco and nearby Attractions
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- York Institute Museum
- Ferry Beach State Park
- MacDonald's Mineral Museum
- Funtown USA - Splashtown
- Old Orchard Beach
- Aquaboggin Water Park
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Things To Do In Saco
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While in Saco, one can visit the Cascade Water and Amusement Park, Aquaboggan Park and Funtown USA. The Saco Museum, Maine Aquarium and the York Institute Museum are all popular local recreational spots. Golf lovers can visit the Biddeford-Saco Country Club. One can also plan a trip to Ferry Beach or Old Orchard Beach.
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Saco Transportation
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Portland International is the nearest airport.
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Saco Higher Education
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The University of New England-University Campus, Saint Joseph's College and the University of Southern Maine are all close to the city.
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Saco, ME - Web Resources
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- City of Saco, Maine - 300 Main Street, Saco, Maine 04072
Telephone: 207-282-4191 Fax: 207-282-8209
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