Downeast Maine is home to Acadia National Park, rugged Atlantic coastline, and some of the most dramatic scenery in New England. From the boutique shops of Bar Harbor to the working fishing villages of the Bold Coast, this region offers world-class hiking, kayaking, whale watching, and fresh lobster at every turn. The term “Downeast” comes from the old sailing days — ships ran downwind and east to reach this remote and beautiful corner of America.
