Each of these places has a rich history, and with the right captain or tour guide, you can hear the history of all of them. Visitors will pass many fantastic lighthouses, bays, forts, and other historic markers. The boat ride to the Eagle Island State Historic Site is entertaining enough to merit the trip. Many visitors use their own boat to get to the island, but there are also many tour boats that travel to the island frequently. Eagle Island is only open from June 15 to Labor Day, which means that visitors must plan accordingly. Many visitors take to beach combing, hiking, fishing, sea kayaking, or just sit on the beach or on a trail and watch the native wildlife. There are many activities that can keep an entire family involved for a day. It is said to be the only one in the world built as a cribstone bridge.Today, visiting this island is a great treat regardless of how interested someone is in the history of the Eagle Island Maine State Historic Site. The Bailey Island Bridge is a historic civil engineering landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This three acre property also offers housekeeping cottages and a salt water swimming pool.ġ958 Harpswell Islands Road, Bailey Island, ME 04003, USA The Log Cabin, An Island Inn has nine uniquely styled rooms offering enviable views across the Bay, and on clear days, 90 miles west to Mount Washington in New Hampshire.ĭriftwood Inn is known for “its unexcelled ocean front location”. It is surrounded on three sides by water. Cook's Lobster & Ale Houseīailey Island, Garrison Cove Road, ME 04003, USAĬook’s Lobster & Ale House is a world-famous restaurant that was featured in a worldwide Visa commercial in 1997. With some of the few remaining working harbors on the Maine coast, Harpswell offers an authenticity of which we are proud.īailey Island a beautiful spot that provides visitors with many wonderful activities: beaches, fantastic walking trails, a tidal pool touch tank, gift shops, art exhibits, and much more. Its 216 miles of coastline consists of Harpswell Neck the three large islands of Sebascodegan (Great Island), Orr’s Island, and Bailey Island, which are connected by bridges and a scattering of over 200 smaller islands accessible only by boat. For decades Harpswell has been a mecca for vacationers seeking a saltwater environment, a serene way of life, and an abundance of natural beauty. Please be aware that operations of businesses on the islands may also be impacted by COVID-19 and CBITD recommends contacting your destination before traveling.īailey Island is a unique coastal community located within the town of Harpswell. * Please note, due to COVID-19, Casco Bay Lines has halted the sale of all specialty cruise tickets. Additional information related to the schedule and CBITD’s operations during COVID-19 can be found here and should be reviewed before visiting our terminal or traveling on our vessels. Coast Guard Maritime Security (MARSEC) Levels
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