WHAT TO DO ON YOUR VACATION

WEST QUODDY LIGHTHOUSEA short walk from Quoddy House, the iconic easternmost point of land in the U.S. — WEST QUODDY LIGHTHOUSE
A short walk from Quoddy House, the iconic easternmost point of land in the U.S.

WEST QUODDY HEAD STATE PARKOn the trail to Green Point. The park is an easy walk from Quoddy House and has several spectacular hiking trails with views out over the Bay of Fundy, toward Campobello Island, or to the North over South Lubec Bay. — WEST QUODDY HEAD STATE PARK
On the trail to Green Point. The park is an easy walk from Quoddy House and has several spectacular hiking trails with views out over the Bay of Fundy, toward Campobello Island, or to the North over South Lubec Bay.

THE COAST GUARD TRAILAlso at West Quoddy Head State Park, an easy walk from Quoddy House, you will find a well groomed trail into the woods of Quoddy Head. An easy and fun walk for all! — THE COAST GUARD TRAIL
Also at West Quoddy Head State Park, an easy walk from Quoddy House, you will find a well groomed trail into the woods of Quoddy Head. An easy and fun walk for all!

CARRYING PLACE COVEA wonderful beach with easy access from West Quoddy Head State Park, just off South Lubec Road. Lots of fun for the kiddos! — CARRYING PLACE COVE
A wonderful beach with easy access from West Quoddy Head State Park, just off South Lubec Road. Lots of fun for the kiddos!

LUBECEnjoy the village! Don’t miss Mulholland Market, where you can see displays of local art, and the Sunrise Cafe, good for a cup of Jo and some friendly conversations! — LUBEC
Enjoy the village! Don’t miss Mulholland Market, where you can see displays of local art, and the Sunrise Cafe, good for a cup of Jo and some friendly conversations!

READING ON A ROCKLubec has a super library with a wonderful selection of children’s books. You will love it, and your kids will like it even more! Nothing like a good book when there is no TV! — READING ON A ROCK
Lubec has a super library with a wonderful selection of children’s books. You will love it, and your kids will like it even more! Nothing like a good book when there is no TV!

MULHOLLAND LIGHTA view across the narrows from Lubec: Campobello Island, New Brunswick (CANADA) - an easy drive across the bridge, if you have your passport!. — MULHOLLAND LIGHT
A view across the narrows from Lubec: Campobello Island, New Brunswick (CANADA) - an easy drive across the bridge, if you have your passport!.

McCURDY SMOKEHOUSE COMPLEXThe Skinning Shed, in downtown Lubec! Learn how herring were smoked, not so long ago, in what was one of the main Lubec industries! — McCURDY SMOKEHOUSE COMPLEX
The Skinning Shed, in downtown Lubec! Learn how herring were smoked, not so long ago, in what was one of the main Lubec industries!

BAY OF FUNDY INTERNATIONAL MARATHONLubec hosts the annual Bay of Fundy International Marathon which brings in runners from all over the U.S. and Canada for a fun filled event. The marathon begins on West Quoddy Head, just a stone’s throw from Quoddy… — BAY OF FUNDY INTERNATIONAL MARATHON
Lubec hosts the annual Bay of Fundy International Marathon which brings in runners from all over the U.S. and Canada for a fun filled event. The marathon begins on West Quoddy Head, just a stone’s throw from Quoddy House, and takes the pack of dedicated contestants across the U.S.-Canada border twice!

LUBEC LANDINGA great place to launch your boat with a ramp that works at high or low tide - just look how tall those pilings are! — LUBEC LANDING
A great place to launch your boat with a ramp that works at high or low tide - just look how tall those pilings are!

LUBEC BREWING COMPANYIn the village, Quoddy Head Red, to quaff your thirst after a day hiking the Head, out whale watching, or on the bay fishing for mackerel! — LUBEC BREWING COMPANY
In the village, Quoddy Head Red, to quaff your thirst after a day hiking the Head, out whale watching, or on the bay fishing for mackerel!

THE SPARK PLUG IN SOUTH LUBEC BAYTake a boat ride to see this iconic lighthouse which can be viewed from the Quoddy House beach. South Lubec and Passamaquoddy Bays offer outstanding boating opportunities - spectacular views, amazing waterfowl, bald … — THE SPARK PLUG IN SOUTH LUBEC BAY
Take a boat ride to see this iconic lighthouse which can be viewed from the Quoddy House beach. South Lubec and Passamaquoddy Bays offer outstanding boating opportunities - spectacular views, amazing waterfowl, bald eagles, porpoises and other marine life!

WHALE WATCHING AND SCENIC TOURSView wildlife close up in the Bay of Fundy and Passamaquoddy Bay. Spectacular views of the Maine coastline and undeveloped conservation lands.  Experience the Old Sow, the worlds largest whirlpool.  Picnic an… — WHALE WATCHING AND SCENIC TOURS
View wildlife close up in the Bay of Fundy and Passamaquoddy Bay. Spectacular views of the Maine coastline and undeveloped conservation lands. Experience the Old Sow, the worlds largest whirlpool. Picnic and see the wonders of Reversing Falls.

SUNRISE TRAILBring your side-by-side! >90 miles of old railroad right-of-way, Ellsworth to Perry, easy access in Machias or Dennysville. Wonderful way to see the Maine woods! — SUNRISE TRAIL
Bring your side-by-side! >90 miles of old railroad right-of-way, Ellsworth to Perry, easy access in Machias or Dennysville. Wonderful way to see the Maine woods!

EAST QUODDY HEAD LIGHTHOUSEBring your passport so you don’t miss it! On the eastern tip of Campobello Island, New Brunswick (CANADA), with great views out onto the Bay of Fundy. Not at all unusual to see whales out on the water! Walk out to the lig… — EAST QUODDY HEAD LIGHTHOUSE
Bring your passport so you don’t miss it! On the eastern tip of Campobello Island, New Brunswick (CANADA), with great views out onto the Bay of Fundy. Not at all unusual to see whales out on the water! Walk out to the lighthouse, but don’t get caught out there when the tide comes in!

LOBSTERS!!!Don’t forget to work these into your vacation schedule! — LOBSTERS!!!
Don’t forget to work these into your vacation schedule!

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

Downeast Maine hosts the Blueberry Festival in Machias, the Bay of Fundy Marathon in Lubec, Birding Festival in Trescott, Salmon Festival in Eastport, Folk Art Festival in Grand Lake Stream, as well as the Summer Keys Music Program in Lubec and the Machias Bay Chambers Concerts.