Lower Goose Island Info, Maine

From the carousel and arcades in York Beach to the peace and quiet of the one of the largest wilderness areas on the East Coast, York truly is an ideal vacation spot -- for all reasons. York has miles of beaches: the popular Long Sands and Short Sands, and, off the beaten track, Passaconaway and Harbor Beach.

York Beach is a village in York located in York County Maine, United States.

Damariscotta is a town in Lincoln County, Maine, United States. A popular tourist resort area, the towns of Damariscotta and Newcastle are linked by the Main Street bridge over the Damariscotta River, forming the "Twin Villages." The name Damariscotta is an Indian name meaning "river of little fish".

Scarborough is a town in Cumberland County on the southern coast of the U.S. state of Maine. The town is a coastal resort area. Located about 7 miles (10 km) south of Portland, Scarborough is part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, Maine Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Bath is the 17th Best Small Town in America located in Sagadahoc County, Maine, in the United States. The city population was 9,266 as of the 2000 census.

Cundy's Harbor is located in Cumberland County, Maine, United States. Stretched out into the Casco Bay's cold water Cundy's Harbor has more to offer than just a pretty view.

Ossipee is a town in Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 4,211 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Carroll County.

Bailey Island is an island in Casco Bay, and a part of the town of Harpswell, Maine, USA. As of the 2000 census, the island had a year-round population of 400. The island was first populated in the 1600s, when it was known as 'Newaggin'.

You'll be captivated by the independent spirit and friendliness of the people, as well as by the area's many contrasts. There are quaint village streets and shops, band concerts and craft fairs on the Library lawn, bustling harbors flowing with lobster boats, fishing trawlers, windjammers and pleasure craft. Explore quiet coves, rocky shores, meandering roads, lighthouses, islands, and a waterfront park in the shape of a whale.

Camden, Maine is central to the coast, and convenient to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park for day tripping.

Extending 12 miles into open ocean, rimmed by craggy shores and sandy beaches, Cape Elizabeth marks the entrance to spectacular Casco Bay. Most of the town's residential and commercial activity lies close to the bay's edge. The size of the community is 9,337 acres, or 15 square miles. 2000 census figures put the town's population at 9,068, with a population density of approximately 550 residents per square mile.

The vacation village of Kennebunkport, Maine offers visitors a wealth of vacation activities to enjoy. Stroll miles of sand beaches, take a quiet walk along the rugged coast, wander the many winding country roads, play golf at two 18-hole golf courses (within 5 minutes), sail, go deep-sea fishing, or discover the many area antique shops and art galleries.

Lincolnville Maine is a classic seaside village 10 minutes north of Camden. It is nestled on Penobscot Bay and is a welcoming destination for tourists.

From its obscure beginnings as a small fishing village to the magnificent and exhilarating Marginal Way, a winding footpath which shadows the craggy, rock-bound coastline for more than a mile, Ogunquit today remains a tranquil, small village that continues to offer almost everything to almost everyone as perhaps nowhere else in the country can.

It's almost impossible not to have fun at Old Orchard Beach. The low surf makes this a favorite spot for swimming, sunbathing, and making new friends. When the kids get hungry they can explore the boardwalk for pizza, french fries, hot dogs and cheeseburgers, or you can choose from the many family style restaurants around town. Try your luck on the video games, jump on a ride, treat yourself to an ice cream or a cold soda. Thrills, chills and frills-take your pick or do it all.

Rockland, Maine is the geographic center of the mid-coast region, which makes easy day tripping to LL Bean in Freeport, Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, and every town in between. All along mid-coast Maine you'll discover seaside resorts, charming villages, glacier-carved peninsulas, and grand panoramas of the Penobscot Bay and Atlantic Ocean. While on your Maine vacation, you can go antiquing, biking or kayaking, attend a country auction, browse seaside shops, and visit one of our many wonderful museums including the Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center or the Owls Head Transportation Museum. Sightseeing for seals, puffins and dolphins is always a favorite.

Wells is known for its fine restaurants, lodging, outlet stores, antique shops, harbor, and recreation. Compared to the surrounding coastal towns, Wells offers a much better value for your vacation money.

Cape Porpoise, Maine is a small coastal village in the town of Kennebunkport, Maine, United States. It is northeast of Kennebunkport Village and Southwest of Goose Rocks Beach. The village occupies the mainland adjacent to Cape Porpoise Harbor. More than a dozen islands protect the deep natural harbor. Goat Island Light marks the harbor entrance between Goat and Folly islands.  

New Durham is a town in Strafford County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 2,220 at the 2000 census. It is drained by the Merrymeeting and Ela rivers, and is known for Merrymeeting Lake.

Wolfeboro is a popular tourist destination because of its proximity to Lake Winnipesaukee and its unmatched scenic beauty and its small town New England character.

The Isle of Mull and the neighbouring island of Iona lie just off the west coast of Scotland, in the United Kingdom. From Oban, on the mainland, where many visitors arrive on their way to Mull and Iona, the seaward view is dominated by the rocky peaks and green slopes of the Mull mountains.

Tarbert is the main community on Harris in the Western Isles of Scotland. It is also a car ferry terminal to Uig on Skye. Its name means "isthmus".

Sleat is a peninsula on the Isle of Skye in the Highland council area Scotland. It is the home of the clan "MacDonald of Sleat". The name comes from Sleibhte, Scottish Gaelic for a plain, which well describes Sleat when considered in the surrounding context of the mainland, Skye and Rum mountains which all dominate the horizon all about Sleat.

Loch Kishorn is a sea loch in the north-west Highlands of Scotland, separating the Applecross peninsula from the Lochcarron area. It is about 1.5 km wide, and 4 km long. There is a cluster of small islands at the mouth of the loch, the largest of which is Kishorn Island.

Sligachan is a small settlement on Skye, Scotland. It is close to the Cuillin mountains and provides a good viewpoint for seeing Sgurr nan Gillean.

Kensaleyre is scattered crofting settlement, part of a group of crofting settlements, clustered around the A87 road on the shore of Loch Snizort Beag on the Trotternish pensinsula in Isle of Skye, Scottish Highlands and is in the Scottish council area of Highland.

Tobermory is a beautiful small seaside town, the capital of The Isle of Mull, its colourful houses appear in many photographs. The perfect island for whale watching, eagle watching white sand beaches and a peaceful tranquil holiday.

Eliot is a town in York County, Maine, United States. The population was 5,954 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, Maine Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Phippsburg is a town in Sagadahoc County, Maine, on the west side of the mouth of the Kennebec River.

Portsmouth is a city in Rockingham County, New Hampshire in the United States. It is the fourth-largest community in the county, with a population of 20,784 at the 2000 census.

Brunswick is a town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States.

Windham is a town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States. It includes the villages of South Windham and North Windham.

Waldoboro is a town in Lincoln County, Maine, in the United States. Waldoboro is a picturesque fishing and resort town.

Waterville is a city in Kennebec County, Maine, United States, on the west bank of the Kennebec River. Home to Colby College and Thomas College, Waterville is the commercial, medical and cultural center of the region.