Boothbay Harbor - Things To Do
Hikes
FYI - The Boothbay Land Trust has many hiking trails within 10 min from the house.
Porters Preserve
1 Porter Point RdOven's Mouth Preserve
Dover Cross RoadPopham Beach State Park
711 Popham Rd50 minute drive. Try to catch it at low tide.
Baxter State Park
3 hour drive but worth it
50 min drive. Incredible views from top.
Hint - hike or mountain bike from the Camden Snow Bowl
163 locals recommend
Camden Hills State Park
280 Belfast Rd50 min drive. Incredible views from top.
Hint - hike or mountain bike from the Camden Snow Bowl
One of highest rated botanical gardens in the country
163 locals recommend
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
105 Botanical Gardens DrOne of highest rated botanical gardens in the country
Sightseeing
Simply amazing views. One of the prettiest views in Maine. 10 min from Boothbay
19 locals recommend
Ocean Point
Simply amazing views. One of the prettiest views in Maine. 10 min from Boothbay
45 minutes from Boothbay. One of the most iconic light houses in the US
128 locals recommend
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse
3115 Bristol Rd45 minutes from Boothbay. One of the most iconic light houses in the US
Walk out our door and hang a right. Amazing views. Watch the birds, ducks. You might see a bald eagle ,seal or dolphin if you are lucky!
The Spa at Spruce Point Inn
88 Grandview AveWalk out our door and hang a right. Amazing views. Watch the birds, ducks. You might see a bald eagle ,seal or dolphin if you are lucky!
Walk around town. Walk the footbridge. Lots of little shops, art, restaurants, ice cream, fudge, people watching
105 locals recommend
Boothbay Harbor
Walk around town. Walk the footbridge. Lots of little shops, art, restaurants, ice cream, fudge, people watching
Our Lady Queen of Peace
82 Atlantic AveDamariscotta-Newcastle
Nice little town. Shops , food etc.
Burnt Island Light
Kayak to the island. Take a walk.
This is the local ferry to Squirrel Island. Take the ride , stay on the boat - 50 min tour of the harbor.
17 locals recommend
Balmy Days Cruises
42 Commercial StThis is the local ferry to Squirrel Island. Take the ride , stay on the boat - 50 min tour of the harbor.
Barrett Park
131 Lobster Cove Rd5 min from house. Great local park.
Hendricks Head Lighthouse
Light House LaneAwesome little beach. 15 min from house
Food scene
We do not know what to expect this November-February. Many restaurants close for the season (seasonal demand is much less). It may be a tad quieter this year given many of the town holidays celebrations have been cancelled.
Hidden spot. 10 min from house. Recommend lobster and crab rolls or any seafood.
18 locals recommend
Trevett Country Store
381 W Barters Island RdHidden spot. 10 min from house. Recommend lobster and crab rolls or any seafood.
Robinson's Wharf
20 Hendricks Hill RdOne of our favorites. 10 min from house
Brady's
25 Union StBoathouse Bistro | Tapas Bar & Restaurant
12 By-WayAnother favorite
The restaurant is a bit pricey. The inner harbor views are spectacular.
7 locals recommend
Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Golf Resort
35 Atlantic AveThe restaurant is a bit pricey. The inner harbor views are spectacular.
Ports of Italy, Boothbay Harbor
47 Commercial StGreat Italian food
Boothbay Craft Brewery
301 Adams Pond RdGreat beer good pizza. Cool place.
Footbridge Brewery
25 Granary WayHaven’t tried the food , beer is good.
Newagen Seaside Inn
60 Newagen Colony RdIconic Maine hotel. Nice restaurant. Pretty drive as well
Linekin Bay Resort
92 Wall Point Rd5 min from house. Great views, good food.
Another Maine favorite. Family owned, awesome people.
7 locals recommend
Cabbage Island Clam Bake Island
Another Maine favorite. Family owned, awesome people.
Bet's Fish Fry
Best fish sandwich in town
Great local place. Awesome fresh seafood. Good wine and craft brew selection.
15 locals recommend
Pinkham's Gourmet Market
295 Townsend AveGreat local place. Awesome fresh seafood. Good wine and craft brew selection.
Atlantic Edge Lobster Inc
71 Atlantic AvenueGreat place for seafood. Have them steam your lobsters.
Taka Mediterranean Bar and Grill
16b Wharf StGreat sushi
Oxbow Brewing Company
274 Jones Woods RdCool place out in the woods. Not sure if they serve food.
The Thistle Inn & Restaurant
55 Oak StLocal favorite
Mine Oyster
16 Wharf StOysters!
Glidden Point Oyster Farms
637 River RdPORTS Pizzeria
28 Union StFive Islands Lobster Co
Red's Eats
41 Water StFood channels favorite. Lines are long.
Oak Street Cafe
12 Oak StAmazing breakfast. Wife likes the coffee.
Maine Beer Company
525 US-1Good beer and bar food
Portland
Downeast Ice Cream Factory
1 By-WayMoody's Diner
1885 Atlantic Hwy45 min drive. Local and vacationers favorite. Old school dinner
Lobsterman's Wharf
224 A Ocean Point RdFarm 23
102 Ocean Point RdAmazing bakery
Antiques
Large antique mall and flee market. Must see if you are into antiques. 35 mins
6 locals recommend
Fort Andross Mill Business Center
14 Maine StLarge antique mall and flee market. Must see if you are into antiques. 35 mins
Wiscasset Antiques Mall
536 Bath RdRainy Day
This place is amazing. If you are into cars, transportation etc. Smithsonian quality. 60 min from Boothbay.
70 locals recommend
Owls Head Transportation Museum
117 Museum StThis place is amazing. If you are into cars, transportation etc. Smithsonian quality. 60 min from Boothbay.
Sporting
Boothbay Harbor Country Club
50 Sugar Maple LanePrivate club. Find a local member and golf.