Leave City Hall and follow U.S. Rte. 1 north. At mile 9 is the village of Hancock, site of a major summer symphony concert series. At 10.2 miles the Hancock-Sullivan Bridge crosses the Taunton River where tidal currents race in and out. At 11.6 miles is the Sullivan Harbor Scenic Turnout with spectacular views of Frenchman Bay and the mountains of Mount Desert Island. The village of Sullivan Harbor is at 12.2 miles. The junction with State Rte. 186 is at 18.1 miles. Turn right and continue to Winter Harbor, a busy fishing port where every August is held a lobster festival with lobster boat races and much to eat. Turn left at the flagpole at 24.4 miles. At mile 25 turn right to Schoodic Point. Frazer Point picnic area is on the right at 26.5 miles. Here begins a one-way road. At mile 28.6 on the left is a road to Schoodic Head where you can enjoy views of the  islands of Frenchman Bay. A foot trail  leads to the top of the Head and beautiful views toward the east. Schoodic Point with its abundant sea life and dramatic shore is at mile 30.0. After leaving the point continue on the one-way road  along the eastern side. There are several  places to pull off the road to enjoy the views, including Blueberry Hill (31.0 miles) and Popplestone Beach (32.8 miles). In the village of Birch Harbor turn right at the junction with Rte. 186 (mile 34). Prospect Harbor (35.3 miles) is an important fishing port and the site of one of Maine’s few remaining sardine canneries. At mile 41 turn right onto Rte. 1 north; right again at mile 43 onto Chicken Mill Creek Road. The Bartlett Estate Winery, maker of fruit wines, is at mile 43.7. Tours and a tasting room are available. After leaving the winery, continue to Rte. 1. At 44.5 miles turn left onto Rte. 1 south and return to Ellsworth (mile 67.6).