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Jun 6, 2022 · Explore the diverse and beautiful islands off the coast of Maine, from remote and rugged to populated and historic. Learn about the attractions, activities, and accessibility of each island, and find out how to plan your trip.
This list primarily derives from the Maine Coastal Island Registry, a database of the 3166 coastal islands from the largest (Mount Desert Island) to the smallest islets and ledges exposed above mean high tide.
- Chebeague Island | Casco Bay
- Squirrel Island | Boothbay Harbor
- Vinalhaven Island | Penobscot Bay
- Monhegan Island | Outer Islands
- Mount Desert Island
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Chebeague (pronounced sha-BEEG) is the largest of the Casco Bay Islands and a convenient summer destination, located just 10 miles from bustling Portland. Full of fine old houses, 25 miles of winding scenic roads, and one of the best hidden beaches in New England, it has the flavor and feel of an elegant summer resort town. The island’s sole hotel,...
Quiet and decidedly un-touristy, Squirrel Island is a lovely day-trip destination for those who like to unplug. Located three miles from Boothbay Harbor, the island (from above, it supposedly looks like a squirrel holding an acorn) is Maine’s oldest summer colony, and measures just a mile long and barely a half mile wide. Run by the Squirrel Island...
Home to the state’s largest year-round island community and a sizable summer population of regulars and visitors, crescent-shaped Vinalhaven Island is surprisingly relaxed, with few cars and even fewer lodging options (the waterfront motel Tidewater is your best bet). Here on Maine’s largest offshore island, refreshing swimming quarries, a picnic-p...
Located 12 miles off the coast, Monhegan Island has a natural beauty that makes it a popular day-trip destination. Enjoy stunning scenery, hiking trails to the high cliffs with panoramic views, an 1850 lighthouse (now a museum), and thriving art galleries. There are no cars on Monhegan, so come prepared for walking. A handful of comfortable inns an...
We often refer to Mount Desert Island as the ultimate Maine “bucket list” island, and it’s not hard to see why. With 108 square miles of rocky coastline, towering mountains, teeming woodlands, and all the scenic trimmings of Acadia National Park, Mount Desert is a nature lover’s dream. Prefer shopping and strolling? The bustling hub of Bar Harbor, ...
Explore five noteworthy Maine islands for a relaxing and scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Learn about their history, attractions, transportation, and lodging options.
- Marcia M. RI9 contributions. Great outdoor area! Hiking, biking and eating! Camped at Hadley’s campground in our class C RV. Had shuttle service into Bar Harbor.
- Rich807. Las Vegas, NV 668 contributions. THE Quintessential Maine Experience. Narrated boat tour from a lovely ME harbor around stunning ocean scenery, to an island where they’re cooking seafood over wood-fired pans of water, & served by legit friendly folks.
- MaureenBostonMA. Boston, MA12 contributions. So Many Islands! I had no idea that Portland had so many more islands than my native Boston Harbor -- I think our guide said almost 1,000 islands!
- TRJ1963. Rochester, New York, United States 68 contributions. Best place in the world. I've been going to Monhegan Island every year for 25 years in early June.
Mar 11, 2024 · The Famous 15 Islands of Maine. One of the best places to start is the Famous 15 group of islands, meaning those with year-round residents plus tourism appeal. We’ll start from the largest population to the smallest. Vinalhaven Island. Population: 1,165. The midcoast Maine island of Vinalhaven isn’t just the most populated; it’s also the ...
Discover five of Maine’s Magical Islands. Then find out from the locals where to eat, where to sleep, and what you can’t miss. ©Yankee Magazine/Mark Fleming. Getting to Monhegan might be a bit tougher. You’ll spend about an hour travelling to or from the island, and if you miss the mid-afternoon ferry, you’re on the island for the night.
Mar 25, 2023 · Justin Smulski. There are over 3,000 Maine islands, if you can believe it. Some are large enough to accommodate multiple towns and a national park (we’re looking at you Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor, and Acadia ), and others are small enough that they’re reduced to a spire of rock with a few trees at high tide.
