Shackford Head State Park is close to downtown Eastport, Maine, USA encompassing 90 acres on Moose Island overlooking Cobscook Bay and there are several miles of trails available as well as pocket beaches and protected coves, woods and a rocky headland. Activities including picnics and hiking and there's plenty of wildlife to see, it's a birders paradise, and swimming is allowed on the beaches except for Cony beach which is the demolition site of civil war ships. Shackford Head State Park trails are interconnected with easy walking and challenging trails providing some stunning views, and there are some wheelchair accessible trails near the parking area, visitors must be aware this park is not routinely staffed and tides of more than 20 feet can flow in very quickly.READ MORE

The Kilby House Inn in Eastport, Maine, USA extends a warm welcome and wonderful stay in this beautifully restored Queen Anne home from the late 19th Century featuring four delightful bed chambers. This impressive Victorian home features antiques and family heirlooms in the bedrooms and common rooms, and a light and welcoming ambiance envelops the guest rather than the stuffy, dark and heavy atmosphere found in most Victorian homes. The Kilby House Inn serves a full and hearty breakfast in the elegant dining room or in the country kitchen in cooler weather, and there's a comfortable drawing room with fireplace for relaxing in as well as a music room with grand piano. They are ideally based for easy walking to shops and restaurants of the historic downtown waterfront as well as tours and heritage, come for a wonderful stay.READ MORE

The Eastport Salmon and Seafood Festival is held annually in September in Eastport, Maine, USA and offers great entertainment and fun, with many local food and craft vendors and educational exhibits. There's a fiber arts show, live music and many events ongoing, and the Salmon barbeque dinner is held under the food tent at the Fisherman Statue. The Eastport Salmon and Seafood Festival is not to be missed with interesting talks, beer on tap, a flea market and farmers market, a tour of the salmon pens and the lighthouse, a 5km race, free tours of the largest indoor lobster pound and much, much more, there's also a live auction and boat trips, come for never ending fun, great food and much to see and do.READ MORE

Waco Diner in Eastport, Maine, USA was established all the way back in 1924 and has been in the same place for over 83 years, right on the water with spectacular views. The dining room is cozy, and the menu Maine divine, with exquisite Downeast seafood include local fresh caught lobster, and steaks, meatloaf, pork and lamb dishes, spaghetti and meatballs, hot and cold sandwiches, burgers and dogs, soups and chowders, salads and mouthwatering appetizer choices, there's something on the menu for everyone. Waco Diner also cater to parties and private functions, and there's a dance floor, private dining room and full bar available, plus they offer a customized menu just for you at no extra cost, book today for their rich cuisine and history, plus the host many not to be missed private events of their own.READ MORE

Rossport by the Sea Lodging and Retreat in Eastport, Maine, USA is a hidden gem on the northeastern coast with gorgeous cottages and cabins, spectacular views and beautiful trails. Every morning a beautiful sunrise greets you and there are deer on the 80 plus acres of privately owned paradise property with one and a half miles of ocean frontage, and they welcomes families and groups to a rustic and wonderful stay and experience. Rossport by the Sea Lodging and Retreat has 32 bedrooms in 12 privately located sites, and they are quaint and spacious and private, attractive with something for everyone from lofts to cottages, cabins and historical farm house stays with stunning water views. This working farm also has hens which provide fresh eggs daily, and there are cows and an organic garden with fresh veggies and herbs, come for a truly authentic Maine stay, you will be back.READ MORE

Moose Island Bakery in Eastport, Maine, USA overlooks the waterfront and Campobello Island, and here the the most divine pastries, creative cakes, breads, cookies, brownies, breakfast sandwiches, and other baked goods are produced to satisfy your sweet tooth and tantalize your taste buds as they say. They are open year round, and the spacious deck is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a treat and a fresh hot cup of coffee while watching the ships go by, you might even see a whale or two. Moose Island Bakery also offer an internet service, and offer a mouthwatering selection of treats for breakfast and lunch, plus there's an amazing selection of sweets including cupcakes, pies, cookies, brownies and bars, cake slices and dessert trays, and they bake cakes for any occasion from wedding to bridal showers, birthdays and more, and take some specialty and artisan breads home with you, it's all here.READ MORE

Seaview Campground and Cottages in historic Eastport, Maine, USA is a unique travel destination right on the bay with spectacular views, full hook op RV sites along the shore front or under shaded birch trees or in an open field, and there are also 9 fully equipped guest cottages most along the waterfront with whales, eagles and sea life right off your porch, so be on the look out. They have a private dock for boating and kayaking and the area is great for hiking, birding and wildlife viewing, and after you're done exploring, come home hungry and join them in the pavilion for an All You Can Eat Buffet. The Old Sow Restaurant at the Seaview Campground and Cottages offers catering and meals in the pavilion and dining room with specialties like lobster bakes, BBQ chicken, fried haddock and even pig roasts, and they offer catering for special events with full bar, it's all here, come stay, dine and play.READ MORE

The Tides Institute and Art Museum in Eastport, Maine, USA is located in an energy efficient historic building and combines working studio and workshop space with an artist residency program. Their collections and library offers and extensive range of both historic and contemporary works, and the collection includes paintings, prints, photographs, and sculpture, there's basketry, architectural drawings, documentation and artifacts, ship models, maps, decorative arts, musical instruments, books, and graphic arts. The Tides Institute and Art Museum host regular exhibitions well attended, and there's a shop with unique items, postcards and posters, exhibition catalogues and much more, plus online shopping is available, a must visit.READ MORE

Quoddy Bay Lobster in Eastport, Maine, USA is a family owned seafood restaurant and fish market offering delicious take out of fresh fish and lobsters. Located on a working pier, they bring you the freshest seafood catches right off the boats with professional and caring service, come for the sweetest lobster in town. Quoddy Bay Lobster serve amazing lobster rolls and lobster stew and other delicious meals like scallops and fish chowder all at reasonable prices, it doesn't get any fresher with amazing ocean views over the bay, come enjoy a casual dining experience at the picnic tables on the dock, and they pack a lot of fish into their meals with perfect seasoning.READ MORE

Eastport Windjammers in Eastport, Maine, USA offer whale watching and lobster cruises with the captain and mate pulling lobster traps and adding many sea creatures to their on board touch tank. As you cruise past the Old Sow whirlpool and East Quoddy lighthouse, look out for eagles, seals, porpoises and other sea and bird life, with spectacular scenery and nature at its beautiful best. Eastport Windjammers also offer 3 hour deep sea sport fishing trips and charters fishing for mackerel, cod and Pollock, bluefin tuna and porbeagle shark in the Bay of Fundy, and all fishing gear is provided, come for fun, entertainment and excitement, it's all here, they also do private charters and sunset cruises.READ MORE