Working our way back to Florida- Camden, ME and Surrounding Areas

Camden State Park was nestled in the woods and offered many hiking trails.  The spectacular view of the summit of Battie Mountain is stunning as it overlooks Camden Harbor and Penobscot Bay.  The stone tower is a memorial for all those serving in WWI.  The hike up Megunticook Mt. was arduous but worth it.  It is the second-highest mountain on the east coast, with Cadillac Mountain in Maine coming in first.

The quaint town of Camden did not disappoint.  It has it all!   Shops, restaurants, a beautiful harbor, and a library where most of the facility is underground.  From Camden State Park, one has to go through Camden’s Historic District.  The homes are outstanding.  Typical of summer homes in the New England area.  We would have set sail on one of the majestic schooners if it was warmer.

We searched out Curtis Lighthouse Overlook on our way to Wiscasset and almost missed it.  A tiny sign perched on a tree only indicated we were there.  A short walk ends, and across the bay is the Curtis Lighthouse.  Glad I have a zoom lens on my phone to capture this wonderful lighthouse.

Wiscasset, ME

Mitch kept saying he had to go to Red Eats the entire trip.  The tiny shack boasts of having the best lobster roll in Maine.  Many famous people have gone there to try its delicacy, and this establishment has been in various notable publications as the best.  People told us that the line is about 2 hours long in summer.  It did not disappoint.  The much sought-after lobster meat was piled high on the roll.  A thumbs up from Mitch.  As a side note, they only take cash!

Boothbay, ME

We enjoyed this town.  Lots of little shops to meander in.  Places to grab a bite and an ice cream shop where everything was handmade.  Delicious!  The Boothbay Footbridge is a 1000 ft wooden pedestrian bridge connecting both sides of the harbor.  There is also a place to put your love locks on the fence for all to see.  It offers a fantastic view of the harbor and the boats moored on the docks.  The sight is tranquil and takes you away from busy life.  We took time to relax and enjoy ourselves.

Rockland, ME

Rockland is a short ride from Camden and worth the trip to see the Breakwater Lighthouse.   A lighthouse!  I’m there.  One must go one mile over the uneven sea wall to get to this lighthouse.  We did this late in the afternoon, and the wind was nasty, but we trudged forward.  Along the way, we spotted a baby seal on the side of the seawall.  Someone explained mothers often leave their young on a ledge because they don’t have the strength to handle the rough waters.  The moms search for food, return to their pups with food at high tide and take them to calmer waters.     

We covered a lot of ground on our stay at Camden and loved every minute of it.  Wonderful memories were created, and we hope a visit will be in your future.

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