Love travel + great food? Sail MidCoast Maine on the National Historic Landmark schooner J.&E. Riggin—nicknamed a “Foodjammer.” Chef-captain Jocelyn Schmidt turns out from-scratch menus (think dumplings, shakshuka, chowder, bagels) on a wood-fired stove, sources locally (oysters, lobster bake, farm produce), accommodates special diets, and keeps waste low. 

Looking for a peaceful MidCoast Maine base? Craignair Inn sits right on the water in Spruce Head with cozy rooms, sweeping tides, and The Causeway restaurant on site. Stroll the Clark Island causeway at golden hour, then explore Rockland and classic lighthouses nearby. 

Skip the clichés and explore Maine the local way: crack into shore-side lobster, lighthouse-hop along rugged headlands, wander wild blueberry country, and detour into working harbors and small towns. This guide shares easy routes, when to go, and simple photo spots that feel authentically Maine.

Plan a cozy Bath, Maine getaway at Middle Street Inn—a small inn with a big heart. Expect welcoming hosts, comfortable rooms, a convenient walk-to-downtown location, and easy access to Bath’s maritime sights and MidCoast favorites.

Planning a Maine lighthouse trip? This photo-forward guide covers six MidCoast classics—Pemaquid Point, Marshall Point, Owl’s Head, Rockland Breakwater, Ram Island (Ocean Point Walk), and Cuckolds (view from Newagen/Land’s End)—with when to go (sunrise, sunset, even Milky Way), viewpoints, and practical notes (e.g., Owl’s Head State Park closes at sunset; Rockland’s breakwater is nearly a mile long).

From lighthouse hops and harbor strolls to lobster rolls and small-town scoops, this guide rounds up 48 things to do in MidCoast Maine—including favorites around Camden, Rockland, Boothbay and Pemaquid Beach—so you can mix outdoors, history and classic coastal flavors in one trip. 

Looking for the best hotel in Boothbay Harbor? Our Topside Inn review covers the hilltop setting with panoramic ocean views, stylish rooms and suites, generous breakfasts, and a walk-to-everything location—perfect for lighthouse trips, gardens, and sunset harbor strolls.

Ready for Coastal Maine? Use this MidCoast Maine travel planner to pick your base town, plan lighthouse loops and harbor strolls, time your trip for great weather and lighter crowds, and build an easy 3–5-day itinerary—lobster rolls and sunset views included.

Looking for a quiet stay steps from classic Maine scenery? The Bradley Inn in Bristol sits just minutes from Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, with cozy rooms, garden spaces, generous three-course breakfasts, and convenient access to MidCoast favorites like Damariscotta and Camden. 

Hunting for the best Maine souvenirs? Go Maine-Made: blueberry jams and sweets, handcrafted wood pieces (yes, even the Maine State Prison Showroom), iconic North Country Wind Bells, and small-batch finds like Odd Alewives—with tips on where to buy and how to ship gifts home