The area encompasses numerous natural, recreational and cultural attractions. Located approximately 60 miles north of Portland with its International Jetport and 165 miles north of Boston, this area includes the scenic twin towns of Newcastle and Damariscotta as well as Bristol, Alna, Nobleboro, and the Pemaquid and South Bristol peninsulas. Visitors and residents alike can enjoy a wide range of sporting and cultural activities. The beauty of the natural surroundings draws many visitors during the summer. However, our particular part of the coast has no tour buses, no large tourist hotels and no crowds.
Visitors stay at inns, bed and breakfast establishments and private cottages.
Local conservation sites provide opportunities for peaceful unhurried walks. Boat cruises operate tours all summer of New Harbor, for bird and whale watching, viewing the lighthouse from the ocean, or a day trip out to Monhegan Island and its famed artists' colony. Pemaquid Beach with its white sand, is an enjoyable place to sunbathe and swim in the ocean. Freshwater recreation is available too, at Damariscotta Lake, Biscay Lake, Lake Pemaquid and other smaller ponds. Restaurants in town and on the water offer fresh seafood and all types of dining.