Beaches in Downeast Maine

Beaches in Downeast Maine

Cobscook Bay State Park, Dennysville

Cobscook Bay State Park is known for its average 24-foot tides, with some running as high as 28 feet. In fact, Cobscook is a Native American word meaning, "boiling tides." This park is perfect for the camper seeking peaceful solitude in the beautiful outdoors of Maine.

The park offers more than 100 secluded campsites, many of which are right at the water's edge, providing an excellent view of the egg and flow of the tide. Boating and hiking is also available, as well as low-tide clam digs. Contact Information: (207)726-4412.

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Fort Point State Park, Stockton Springs

Located on a peninsula jutting into Penobscot Bay, Fort Point offers picnic and fishing spots and a 200-foot pier for visitors arriving by boat. There is only a short walk or bikeride to the Fort Point Light House. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Contact information: (207)941-4014.

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Holbrook Island Sanctuary, Brooksville

Holbrook Island Sanctuary borders Penobscot Bay. With beaches, mud flats, and a rocky coast, the sanctuary offers something for everyone, especially the nature lover. Hiking and picnic tables are available, and it is open all year. Contact information: (207)326-4012.

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Lamoine State Park, Lamoine

Lamoine is one of the most sought-after vacation spots in Maine. The central location with easy access to Bar Harbor, Acadia and area lighthouses are only the beginning. Lamoine offers camping, boating, fishing, and of course, fun in the sun. Simple relaxation is the heart of Lamoine State Park. Contact information: (207)667-4778.

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Quoddy Head State Park, Lubec

This eastern-most area of Maine that includes the postcard perfect peppermint stick lighthouse, offers rocky cliffs and a dense evergreen forest. The boardwalk provides access to a peat bog and there are hiking and whale watching opportunities.

The Quoddy Head Light and fog cannon warn mariners of the dangerous cliffs, ledges and Sail Rock. Among the first to use a fog bell and later, a steam powered foghorn, this lighthouse greatly reduced shipwrechs in the foggy area, even as shipping increased. Open May 15 through October 15. Contact information: (207)941-4014.

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Roque Bluffs State Park, Roque Bluffs

Roque Bluffs offers a pebble beach on the ocean and a freshwater pond as well, for both fresh and salt water swimming. Picnic tables, grills and restrooms are available, as well as a playground for the children. Open May 15 through September 30. Contact information: (207)255-3475.

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Shackford Head State Park, Eastport

Shackford Head is an undeveloped peninsula with beaches, protected coves, high trails, and views of Cobscook Bay. Open all year. Contact information: (207)941-4014.