Family Activities

Mid Coast Maine offers lots of activity for kids, on the water, on boats, and on land

Family fun in Midcoast Maine takes many, many forms: maybe a lobster dinner cruise on an authentic Maine windjammer? Also: exploring the tide pools and walking the coves and beaches; or visiting the Boothway Railway Village or the year-round Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, also in Boothbay Harbor, with great, child-oriented areas. Bring or rent kayaks and spend days simply paddling around the innumerable rocky islands and jetties. That’ll wear ‘em out! Find easy and comfortable family friendly lodgings at your fingertips.

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A Morning in Maine

Set Sail on a Family Adventure

3 Park Drive Rockland, ME 04841 207-691-7245

Create unforgettable family memories aboard Morning in Maine, a beautiful 55-foot sailboat cruising the scenic waters of Penobscot Bay. Whether you hop on for a morning, afternoon, or sunset sail, your two-hour cruise is packed with fun and discovery. Spot seabirds, harbor seals, and lighthouses as you relax on deck—or jump into the action and lend a hand in sailing the boat!

Families will especially love the Science Under Sail cruises, where a science educator leads hands-on activities using real oceanographic tools—perfect for curious kids. For a bigger adventure, set off on the six-hour trip to Monroe Island, ME, complete with beachcombing, hiking, and a lobster picnic lunch. Looking for something more personal? Private charters are also available.

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The Belfast and Moosehead Lake Railroad

212 Depot Street Unity, ME 04988 207-315-9410

This 33-mile railroad line is one of the oldest continuously operating railroads in the United States. Scenic excursion trips leave from the historic depot in Unity at noon on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, following a turntable demonstration at 11:30 a.m.

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