Pedal The Coast
A Boothbay to Bar Harbor Bike Tour
- Enjoy 7 days of Inn to Inn cycling along the Maine Coast
- Explore charming towns and coastal villages
- Discover hidden coves and stunning coastline
- Enjoy a variety of Maine delicacies, from lobster and smoked salmon to fresh blueberries and the local favorite "whoopee pies"
The coast of Maine offers amazing diversity as it travels almost 400 hundred miles from Kittery to the Canadian border. During our 7 day inn to inn bike tour we cycle the best of the Maine Coast. From the quiet beauty of Pemaquid Point we travel up the coast cycling the east and west shores of Penobscot Bay, along Blue Hill Bay and we finish with a victory lap through Acadia National Park.
Day 1 - Boothbay Harbor to Pemaquid Point
Leaders will collect you in Portland, ME on the 1st morning for the one hour transfer to Boothbay Harbor. We begin our trip cycling stunning Ocean Point before pedaling to the charming village of Damariscotta. We end our day at the Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, where we enjoy a welcome wine and cheese reception before dinner at the elegant Bradley Inn.
Dinner
45 or 55 miles
The Bradley Inn
Day 2 - Pemaquid Point to Clark Island
Today we visit historic Pemaquid Harbor where the English and the French fought for control of New England during the French and Indian Wars. Later we cycle to the "off the beaten track" town of Waldoboro for a glimpse of small town life in Maine before pedaling to Clark Island and our inn overlooking the ocean.
Breakfast and Dinner
51 or 61 miles
The Craignair Inn
Day 3 - Clark Island to Camden
We begin our ride exploring the quiet peninsula of Spruce Point before cycling to Birch Point State Park and the spectacular Owls Head Light as it stands guard over Penobscot Bay. Our ride then takes us to the eclectic village of Rockland, home to the Farnsworth Museum of Art, which features an extensive collection of the art of the Wyeth Family, The Island Institute dedicated to preserving Maine’s Island communities, and a number of charming shops and galleries. We finish our day in the picturesque town of Camden where we enjoy a sunset sail on Penobscot Bay.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
30, 53 or 100 miles
The Blackberry Inn or The Hartstone Inn
Day 4 - Camden to Castine
The rolling hills of Camden offer miles of riding on quiet country roads. We follow these roads though the summer community of Bayside and into the coastal town of Belfast and enjoy a picnic lunch before a short transfer. Our ride continues along the western shore of Penobscot Bay and into the town of Castine where a lobster feast awaits.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
55 or 65 miles
The Castine Inn or The Pentagoet Inn
Day 5 - Castine to Blue Hill
Our adventure continues as we explore the town of Castine, a historical gem that has flown the flag of four nations during its rich history. Our morning ride through town is a journey through pre-colonial American history. After exploring Castine, our ride continues along miles of quiet coastal roads. We cycle along Eggamoggin Reach and into the town of Blue Hill before a transfer to Bar Harbor. An optional non supported route will be offered for those who wish to cycle to Bar Harbor.
Breakfast and Lunch
40, 60 or 77 miles
The Harborside Hotel
Day 6 - The Quiet Side of Acadia
Today we cycle to the quiet side of Acadia National Park, winding through charming villages to the town of Bass Harbor and the famous Bass Harbor Light.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
52 or 65 miles
The Harborside Hotel
Day 7 - Cycling Acadia National Park
We end a memorable week cycling Acadia National Park's famous Park Loop Road. As it winds along the shore before we celebrate our week with the best blueberry muffins on the planet.
Breakfast
24 or 30 miles
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