North of Sea Duck Cottage

As you continue your journey north, you’ll reach the “Easternmost Point” of the U.S., a region rich in history, dramatic tides, and international flavor.

• Lubec, Maine (Approx. 45-minute drive from Jonesport):
  • West Quoddy Head Lighthouse: Stand at the easternmost point of the contiguous United States and admire the iconic red-and-white striped West Quoddy Head Lighthouse. This picturesque beacon offers incredible ocean views and a visitor center. Explore the scenic trails of West Quoddy Head State Park, offering breathtaking coastal walks.

    

  • Downtown Lubec: This charming village offers a relaxed pace, with art galleries, small shops, and eateries. Don’t miss the McCurdy Smokehouse Museum, where you can learn about Lubec’s sardine canning heritage.
  • Lubec Brewing Company: Enjoy a craft brew with a local flavor.
  • The Sparkplug Lighthouse (Lubec Channel Light): This distinctive lighthouse in the bay is a fun sight to spot.
• Eastport, Maine (Approx. 1 hour drive from Jonesport, or accessible via ferry from Deer Island, NB):
  • Deepest Port on the East Coast: Eastport boasts the deepest natural harbor on the East Coast, resulting in dramatic tides that create unique phenomena like the Old Sow Whirlpool, one of the largest in the Western Hemisphere (best viewed by boat tour).
  • Historic Downtown: Stroll along Water Street, a National Historic District with beautiful 19th-century architecture, independent shops, galleries, and waterfront dining.
  • Raye’s Mustard Mill: Visit America’s last remaining traditional stone-ground mustard mill and learn about its history and unique flavors.
  • Shackford Head State Park: Just outside Eastport, this park offers miles of hiking trails with spectacular views of Cobscook Bay, Campobello Island, and often, passing marine wildlife.
  • Arts and Culture: Eastport is a hub for the arts, with the Tides Institute & Museum of Art and various local galleries.
  • Festivals: Eastport is known for its vibrant festivals, including Maine’s largest 4th of July Celebrationand the lively Eastport Pirate Festival.
• Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada (Connected to Lubec by bridge; passport required!):
  • Roosevelt Campobello International Park: This truly unique park, jointly managed by the U.S. and Canada, preserves the beloved summer home of Franklin D. Roosevelt and his family. Tour the beautiful “cottage” and explore the expansive natural grounds with miles of scenic walking trails, stunning ocean vistas, and picnic spots.
  • Head Harbour Lightstation (East Quoddy Head Lighthouse): Located on the northern tip of Campobello, this iconic lighthouse offers an extraordinary experience. At low tide, you can walk across the ocean floor to reach the island where the lighthouse stands, but be mindful of the powerful tides!
  • Mulholland Point Lighthouse: Another picturesque lighthouse on Campobello, offering great views of the Lubec Channel.
  • Herring Cove Provincial Park: Enjoy more trails and a beautiful beach, often a great spot for whale watching from shore.

Unique Experiences:

• Puffin and Whale Watching Tours: The waters of the Bay of Fundy are teeming with marine life. Consider a boat tour from Jonesport, Lubec, Eastport, or Cutler to see Atlantic puffins (typically April-August) and various whale species, including minke, finback, and humpback whales.