Located a little east of Ellsworth along historic Route 1, the Schoodic region is the beginning of the Downeast Acadia trail. Route 1 and Route 186 were designated the Schoodic National Scenic Byway in June, 2000. The Schoodic Byway is your chance to enjoy this region's unique historic, scenic and...
Lubec No trip Downeast could be considered complete without visiting the easternmost point of land in the continental United States, Lubec. This rural community retains much of its rustic charm of bygone eras as it grows into an artistic and cultural community. Lubec's tradition as a true fishing village can still...
Whether exploring by land or by water, Ellsworth offers the convenience of small-city life with all of the qualities of Maine’s spectacular coastal amenities – including hiking and boating. As the county seat for Hancock County, Ellsworth hosts government and professional offices as well as historic buildings. In historic Downtown Ellsworth, Maine's...
While you are visiting our corner of Maine make sure that you head to Washington County. The entire region is peppered with unique and charming villages as well as busy and historic shopping and business districts all nestled into the beautiful landscape on Downeast Maine. There are many “must see” spots...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A stunning waterfront walkway and a sparkling harbor greet visitors to Bucksport– long a seafaring port at the upper end of Penobscot Bay, founded by the legendary Jonathan Buck in 1764. Though burned by the British in 1779, Buck rebuilt the shipbuilding and import/export center. During the height of the schooner...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A yielding ridge runs south towards the ocean on a peninsula just west of Mt Desert. It ends, first by jumping across the Eggemoggin Reach to become Deer Isle, then juts from the sea to become Isle au Haut, a forty minute ferry ride into the Atlantic Ocean. Bordered on the...
Once the playground for the upper crust of society, Bar Harbor has become a huge destination for tourists from all over the world.
