Midcoast Maine, Penobscot Bay, & the Seasons

However you think of Maine, you will remember the natural beauty of the land and the sea, and the many talents of her residents, because we celebrate them as often as we can. (Take a virtual tour of Camden Harbor.)

"The Pine Tree State"
Experience the beauty of Maine on a hiking trail, by a lake shore, from a mountain bike or the deck of a sailing ship. Natural Attractions, Windjammers, Sailing.

"The Way Life Should Be"
The Midcoast area has several unique, world-class museums, dozens of art galleries, a mix of great shopping and restaurants, and other Cultural Gems In and Around Camden Maine.

"Vacationland"
A toboggan championship, a weekend of blues music, weekends for schooners, windjammers, sloops and other wooden boats. More than 10 tons of lobster in four days! Agricultural fairs and craft fairs and antique fairs. Celebrate with us. (Go to our Events page.)

A Camden Maine Vacation

Natural Attractions, Windjammers, Sailing

Camden Hills State Park - from atop Mount Battie, one can see the islands and coastline for miles. And that is only one of the Park's beautiful vistas.

Camden Snow Bowl - the only place where you can ski with a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean.

Excursions, Schooners, and Yachts
Camden has a harbor full of sailing vessels which go out for trips ranging from one hour to more than a week.

Betselma - http://www.betselma.com
Lively Lady Too - http://www3.sympatico.ca/lively.lady
Schooner Lazy Jack - http://www.schoonerlazyjack.com
Schooner Olad - http://www.maineschooners.com
Schooner Surprise - http://www.camdenmainesailing.com
Angelique - http://www.sailangelique.com
Schooner Lewis R. French - http://www.midcoast.com/~windjam
Maine Windjammer Cruises - http://www.mainewindjammercruises.com
- Grace Bailey
- Mercantile
- Mistress
Schooner Mary Day - http://www.schoonermaryday.com

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Cultural Gems In and Around Camden Maine

Even when it rains there is still much to do...

BAY CHAMBER CONCERTS -

BELTED GALLOWAYS - Aldermere Farm is one of the world's premier Belted Galloway breeders, as well as a favorite scenic attraction of the Rockport/ Camden Maine area.

CAMDEN HILLS STATE PARK - The park offers 30 miles of hiking trails with access from five major trailheads, plus a 112-site camping area. Camden Maine.

CAMDEN OPERA HOUSE - Welcome to the newly renovated Camden Opera House!

CAMDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY - Stop by our beautiful library overlooking the harbor. We truly have something for everyone.

CAMDEN SNOW BOWL SKI AREA - The Snow Bowl on 1,300' Ragged Mountain is just a short drive from picturesque Camden harbor. The Camden Snow Bowl is the home of the world famous U.S. National Toboggan Championships.

CAPPY'S CHOWDER HOUSE - For more than two decades, Cappy’s has been serving up its creamy mugs of chowder and a wide array of other specialties to locals and tourists alike.

FARNSWORTH ART MUSEUM - The Farnsworth is one of the finest regional art museums in the country with a specialized collection focusing on Maine's role in American art.

GENERAL KNOX MUSEUM - Henry and Lucy Knox's new home was to be built at Fort Point, Thomas Town, in the Province of Maine by Boston master carpenters Dunton and Cushing

IN THE BEDROOM - Information about the latest movie filmed in Camden: In the Bedroom

KELMSCOTT FARM - Kelmscott Farm is a conservation breeding center for rare and endangered livestock animals.

LIGHT HOUSES - A quick guide to Maine Lighthouses.

MAINE AND ME - Your guide to everything Maine

MAINE ANTIQUE FESTIVAL - a wide variety of reputable dealers with specialties from 17th century, American, European and Asian antiques to 1950's collectibles. August 13-15

MAINE BOATS AND HARBORS - the region's best boatbuilders will have all kinds of boats on exhibit, power and sail. August 13-15

MAINE INTERNET NEWS - Lots of neat stuff

MAINE LOBSTER FESTIVAL - For fun and feasting, the annual Maine Lobster Festival is one of New England’s great summer events.

MAINE OFFICE OF TOURISM - A visitor's guide to the State of Maine.

MAINE WINDJAMMER CRUISES - Come relive the great days of sail ... Schooners Grave Bailey, Mercanitle and Mistress.

MAINE'S OCEAN FRONT REAL ESTATE - Exclusively Representing Real Estate Buyers in Mid-Coast Maine

MIDCOAST LIMO - The premier door-to-door airport limo service for Mid-Coast Maine.

OWLS HEAD TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM - The Museum is a mecca to individuals and institutions interested in pioneer aircraft, automobiles, engines, motorcycles, bicycles, and carriages.

PENOBSCOT MARINE MUSEUM - Discover your maritime past at the Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport, Maine.

PEYTON PLACE - Interesting web site with lots of information about Peyton Place the movie, filmed in Camden. Be sure to check out the link titled 'Camden Film Festival'

ROCKLAND THOMASTON AREA CHAMBER -

TELFORD AVIATION - Airline Charters

THE MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION - The Make-A-Wish Foundation® grants the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy.

THE NATIONALS - The 12th Annual U.S. National Toboggan Race Championships, held at the Camden Snow Bowl

THE SHANTIH II - A unique sailing experience tailored to your interests.

TOWN OF CAMDEN - The official municipal web site of the Town of Camden.

UNION FAIR - Join us at this classic event celebrating agriculture in the state of Maine. August 22-28

WILDERNESS WAYS GUIDE SERVICE - Wilderness Ways offers all-day, half-day and evening trips for both fishing and sightseeing.

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Virtual Tour of Camden Harbor, Camden Maine

Camden Harbor as seen from Wayfarer Marine.

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