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On Route 27 south you'll find the quaint Maine village of Boothbay Harbor, where the
restaurants serve up the freshest seafood, chowders, and local eats. The region abounds
with artists and craftsmen, galleries, antique shops, specialty boutiques, handmade
jewelry, pottery, toys, designer clothes and more.
A wide variety of accommodations are available for your stay including motorcycle-
friendly inns, B&Bs, motels and more, with something for every comfort level. While
here, take a boat excursion, go whalewatching, deep sea fishing, or take a kayak through
the harbor. Boothbay is coastal beauty at its best.
Rockland is a perfect seacoast town for shopping and exploring. Lodging is
plentiful, award-winning restaurants, trendy shops and art galleries abound. A day trip in
any direction will provide ample rewards. There are museums for rainy days, Penobscot
Bay for sailing, and mountains to explore. Visitors can take a ferry to the islands of
Vinalhaven, North Haven, and Owl's Head Light.
Whether you're just riding through, or hoping to settle in and become a part of
Rockland's diverse residents, you'll find a quality of life that will make you want to stay
forever! So fill your tank, grab your camera and enjoy the ride...
Rockport is filled with sailboats of every size and style, making this a picture-perfect
harbor. Ride down tree-shaded roads, explore the small, friendly shops, or experience
a good old fashion Soapbox Derby race. Be sure to visit the fleet of graceful schooners,
known as windjammers, that take passengers sailing for a few hours, or a few days.
Bordering Rockport is Harbor Park, where you can launch a boat, see the statue
of Andre the Seal, and the visit the marinas where they still make wooden boats.
Along Central Street is the renovated Rockport Opera House, where classical music
productions are held. Century-old storefronts house a menagerie of fine art and
fabrics, furniture, books, gifts, toys and clothing to suit every taste and need for the
traveler. Shopping in this region is an experience for all.
Camden, where the mountains meet the sea, is noted for its beautiful harbor shops.
in the summer, sailing vessels from around the world berth in this protected harbor.
Attractions include hiking trails up Mount Battie in Camden Hills State Park that
overlook the harbor. Beautiful Lake Megunticook, a perfect spot for a freshwater swim
and a day of rest, and country roads, rolling hills, pristine lakes and blueberry fields will
draw motorcyclists to these refreshing areas. Cruise on a windjammer or explore the
bay and islands on a sea kayak. Walk the footbridges that cross the river flowing under
the town. Just north of Camden is Lincolnville, with its soft sand beach from which
one can watch the ferry transport visitors back and forth to isleboro in the middle of
Penobscot Bay.
Belfast has been bustling since being settled in the 1700s, and remains a prime
coastal village. The sea has profoundly influenced the history of the area. Belfast
was once a major center for shipping and shipbuilding during the nineteenth
century. During that time of prosperity, shipbuilders and merchants built Greek
Revival mansions along the coast and decorated them with treasures carried
home from China. Today, the buildings in downtown Belfast have been called the best
existing examples of this type of architecture in Maine.
Discover some of the finest inn's, B&Bs and motels, with spectacular harbor views
that are ready to accommodate your needs. Take a ride down to the harbor, grab some
lunch with "always fresh" seafood, watch the sail boats take command of the wind;
listen to live entertainment, or take a walk on the docks and watch the local lobstermen
haul in their traps.
Take a ride to the country, through farmlands and hills, with mom-and-pop stands
and country fairs. Belfast also has a treasure trove of galleries showcasing local artists,
antique shops and boutiques. Browse the many galleries and shops! Many are open
year round!
But don't stop here, continue north on Route 1 to Searsport and Stockton Springs,
and enjoy more coastal views.
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