Sights and Experiences to Treasure
Picturesque harbors dotted with fishing boats, meandering rivers, historic sites pre-dating the
Revolutionary War, and bustling classic New England towns create an unforgettable experience for travelers
Photo by Jim Lenke
who long to find the traditional Maine way of life.
Your ideal vacation may be a round of golf with an ocean view, a summer crafts festival, shopping for treasures, hiking, swimming, fishing,
or just sitting back and relaxing in a quiet place.
Photo by Christi Holmes
Splendid fall foliage and moderate temperatures make the Machias Bay Area an exceptional destination for autumn excursions. Winter brings out the adventurous for cross-country skiing, ice fishing, and snowmobiling.
The University of Maine at Machias offers ornithology
workshops, art galleries, and many cultural programs. Other art galleries, theater groups, and special restaurants provide diversion and glimpses of fine local talent.
Convenient day trips can be made to Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Campobello Island, Lubec, and West Quoddy Head State Park, where the famous candy cane striped lighthouse is the first place in America to see the sun rise.
Photo by Bill Kitchen
Points of Interest
Roque Bluffs State Park – Roque Bluffs- http://www.visitmaine.com/things-to-do/recreation-areas/roque-bluffs-state-park/
Jasper Beach – Machiasport http://coastalcare.org/2011/02/jasper-beach-machiasport-maine-usa/
Fort O’Brien, Gates and Cooper Houses – Machiasport http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_O%27Brien
Burnham Tavern Museum – Machias-http://www.burnhamtavern.com/
Machias Seal Island (puffin tours) – http://www.boldcoast.com/
Campobello Island – N.B., Canada http://www.campobello.com/
West Quoddy Head Lighthouse – Lubec http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Quoddy_Head_Light
O’Brien Cemetery – Machias https://roadsidethoughts.com/me/cemeteries/o-brien-cemetery-xx-washington-towns.htm
Ruggles House – Columbia Falls http://www.ruggleshouse.org/
Downeast Heritage Museum – Calais http://www.americantowns.com/me/calais/organization/downeast_heritage_museum
Machias By Petroglyphs – Machiasport http://machiasport.org/points-of-interest/
Bad Little Falls – Machias http://www.downeastfisheriestrail.org/sites/bad-little-falls-park/
University of Maine at Machias Labyrinths – Labrynths of New England- University of Maine at Machias
Little River Lighthouse – Cutler Harbor http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_River_Light
“Old Sow” Whirlpool – Eastport http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Sow_whirlpool