Boat Services:
Dolphin Marina (207) 833-6000: Potts Harbor marina offering transient slips, moorings, launch ramp, gas and diesel, showers, pump-out, storage, and onsite restaurant. Fifteen feet MLW dockside.
Safe Harbor Great Island Marina (207) 729-1639: Transient slips and moorings, fuel dock, haul-out, launch ramp, repair, showers, and pump-out. Eight feet MLW dockside.
Paul’s Marina (207) 729-3067: Transient moorings, gas, restrooms, pump-out.
Launch Ramp:
Harpswell has some 10 public launch spots, although not all are suitable for larger craft or offer low-tide access. Additionally, some marinas have launch ramps and allow parking for a fee. The best public bets are Lookout Point Town Ramp on Harpswell Neck (all-tide, limited parking) and Bethel Point Town Ramp (all-tide, limited parking). Other options include Potts Point Landing, Graveyard Point Landing, Stover Cove Landing, Wharf Road Landing, Hildreth Road Landing, Mackerel Cove Town Ramp, Buttermilk Cove Landing, and Holbrook Street Landing.
Anchorages:
There are loads of protected places to drop the hook in and around Harpswell. A few good spots include Harpswell Harbor (west of Stover’s Point in 18 feet of water); Potts Harbor (central portion of the harbor in 22 to 33 feet of water); Mackerel Cove (47 to 52 feet of water), and Cundys Harbor (southern end in 20 feet of water).
Dining:
Dolphin Restaurant (207) 833-6000: Potts Harbor dock-and-dine favorite. Offers lobster, local fish and shellfish, hand-cut steaks, and more, all served with great views of Casco Bay.
Cook’s Lobster & Ale House (207) 833-2818: Boiled lobster dinners, chowder, steamers, mussels, and other Maine classics are the draw at this seafood mainstay on Bailey Island.
Holbrook’s Wharf Grille (207) 406-4436: Cundys Harbor dock-and-dine specializing in seafood, burgers, fried fare, and more.
Erica’s Seafood (207) 833-7354: Casual, cash-only seafood shack serving lobster rolls and other classics alongside water views.
Provisions:
Harpswell Corner Market (207) 406-2301: Small, local market with wide assortment of fresh produce, baked goods, drinks, and specialty items.
Things To Do
Art Night: Gallery and open-studio tours in Warren and Bristol, including art demonstrations, music and theater. Last Thursday of the month, May through September.
H2Outfitters (207) 833-5257: Sea-kayaking lessons and tours of the waters around Harpswell.
Eagle Island State Historic Site: NOTE (10/24): Boating access to Eagle Island is currently limited due to storm-related damage to the pier. Moorings are also unavailable, but kayakers and boaters in small craft can use the beach on the north end of the island. Monitor the website for updates.
Cliff Trail: Winding, rugged, 2.3-mile path that includes a trail along a tidal creek and spectacular views from 150-foot cliffs overlooking Long Reach.
Giant Stairs Trail (207) 833-5771: Popular walking trail that follows the rocky coastline and offers sweeping views of eastern Casco Bay.
Harpswell Historical Society Museum and Archives (207) 833-6322: Exhibits include changing displays of Harpswell memorabilia. including a large collection of artifacts, a Brown Bess musket built in the Tower of London in 1775.
Cool Shops:
Ash Cove Pottery (207) 833-6004: Beautiful handmade pottery pots, bowls, mugs, dishes, and more.
Periwinkle Co. (207) 833-8040: Gift shop and gallery featuring local art and crafts, seashore wreaths and baskets, gourmet foods, baby gifts, jewelry, women’s accessories, cards, and more.
Thistles & Things (207) 833-2329: Handcrafted Scottish items, including Thistle Crieff pottery, Luckenbooth China, ceramics, Celtic jewelry, kilt accessories, Ghillie dance shoes, music books, and gifts.
Hawkes’ Lobsters & Gifts (207) 721-0472: Fresh seafood right off the boat and Maine gift items.
Where to Stay:
The Harpswell Inn (207) 815-0419: Perched on Lookout Point, the Harpswell Inn occupies a 1700’s shipbuilder’s home and carriage house, surrounded by natural beauty.
Log Cabin Inn (207) 833-5546: Every room in this cozy inn on Bailey Island offers a view of the ocean.
Boat & Kayak Rental:
H2Outfitters (207) 833-5257: Sea kayak and paddleboard rentals, lessons, tours, and gear. Headquartered on Orrs Island.
