DAY TRIP IDEAS
Fort Knox. It’s well worth the short, halfhour trip from Bangor.
Castine and Blue Hill
Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse
bustling towns. From boat shows, to outdoor festivals, to skiing and toboggan championships, you’re sure to find something going on. Take a walk to the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse at the end of a 4,346-foot stone path on Penobscot Bay, or visit Camden Hills State Park. Camden, Rockland, and Rockport are full of art galleries, shops, and restaurants. The Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center is well worth a visit. You’ll be glad you took this scenic excursion from Bangor. The Rockland area is about two hours from Bangor.
DOWN EAST & ACADIA Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Only 90 minutes from Bangor, this stunning seaside region is a worldwide tourist destination. Bar Harbor’s history as home to the rich and famous from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, and its proximity to Acadia National Park, make the small town a huge draw for visitors and locals alike. Drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain, listen to the roar of the ocean at Thunder Hole, and gaze in amazement at dangling Bubble Rock. Don’t miss your chance to hike, bike, or even ride horseback along the park’s 57 miles of carriage trails. While you’re in town, take advantage of whale watching, sailing, kayaking, swimming, lobstering, and more. Or stroll through town to enjoy shopping and dining at many of the area’s excellent stores and restaurants. 30 207-947-5205 | 800-91-MOOSE
Ellsworth Museums, historic buildings, the unique Grand Theatre, and variety of shopping opportunities make Ellsworth the place to visit and stay awhile. Major highways intersect in the heart of the city and connect it to places along the coast and interior locations in Maine. The Ellsworth area is about 30 minutes from Bangor.
Bucksport, Prospect, and Verona Island Walk along the revitalized waterfront of Bucksport or, if you want a simply awesome view of Penobscot Bay and beyond, try the observation deck on the Penobscot Narrows Bridge. Grab an ice cream or peruse the gift shops before exploring the dark tunnels of historic
Dotted with blueberry fields and surrounded by rugged coastlines, these towns are authentically enchanting and among the most picturesque in Maine. In Castine, take a tour of a Maine Maritime Academy ship docked in the harbor. In Blue Hill, visit the famous and rare reversing falls, where the tide feeds into a narrow channel. Both towns offer sea kayaking tours, interesting shops, and restaurants. The Castine and Blue Hill area is one hour from Bangor.
Eastport and Roosevelt Campobello International Park Prepare for a day trip like no other! Grab your passport and head to Eastport to enjoy a leisurely ferry ride to Campobello Island. Walk in the steps of the Roosevelts and experience the rustic beauty of the land and sea they treasured and enjoyed. This is a unique 2,800-acre park administered by both the Canadian and U.S. governments. On your way back through Eastport, be sure to take in the miles of beautiful cobble beaches, tidal covers, rivers, streams, and inland lakes, which lends itself to be truly one of the last unspoiled stretches of Maine coast.
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Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observatory