Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Eastport
Harris Point Shore Cabins
, Eastport 04631. Capt. George Harris. Ves-
sel
Quoddy Dam
leaves daily from the Harris Point Wharf from June-
September.
853-4303.
Jonesport
Aclid Aventures
, RR 1, Box 990, Jonesport 04649. Capts. Barna and
John Norton. Daily trips aboard vessels
Chief
,
Chief III
or
Harpoon
leav-
ing from the Jonesport Marina. June-September.
497-5933.
Northeast Harbor
R.M. Savage and Sons
, PO Box 582, Northeast Harbor 04662. Capt.
Rick Savage. Custom charter trips aboard
Poor Richard
leave from the
town pier on Sea Street, North- east Harbor. June-October.
276-3785.
Southwest Harbor
Masako Queen
, Beal's Wharf, Clark Point Road, Southwest Harbor
04679. All-day trips eight to 12 miles offshore in pursuit of mackerel, blue
fish (when they are running) sharks, and cod.
667-8493.
Next Time
. A 29-foot sport- fisher.
244-7044.
Places to Paddle
Blue Hill Falls
This reversing tidal rapid is a favorite whitewater play spot for
covered boaters. It is located under the Route 175 bridge just
southeast of the village. About 300 feet long, this falls runs best
beginning about three hours after low tide. It builds over the
next several hours to a Class IV run. Limited parking available near the
bridge.
Donnell Pond
This gem of a lake was recently protected and much of the shoreline be-
came public reserve land. Paddlers can begin in the cove at the west end
of the lake where a rough, hand-carry ramp is located. Be sure to put a
donation into the lock box for maintenance.
The cove is lined with many camps but just beyond lies open country.
Mile Island is a great place to picnic and explore. It has a small gravel
landing and swimming beach on the southeast side. Most of the eastern
