is the cape cod canal part of the gulf of maine
But what about the shortcut across the beautiful Gulf of Maine? The straight line from the Cape Cod Canal to Penobscot Bay is about 150 nautical miles. Making Penobscot Bay your destination has several benefits. Distances donât vary widely between southern Maine and Downeast Maine across the Gulf. Once inside Penobscot Bay, the cruising boat is free to roam in any weather.