The jewel of this region is Maine's only National Park, Acadia. From Penobscot Bay all the way Downeast, around the eastern nose of Maine and up along the Canadian border, the scenery is wild, rocky and dramatic. The farther inland you go, the more wilderness you will encounter. Though the crowds in Acadia can be daunting, there are always places on Mount Desert Island where you can stand alone on the top of a mountain and gaze at the island-dotted ocean. This is a region to visit to get a taste of the outdoors, from the gentle recreation in Acadia to the rugged fishing and canoeing farther Downeast.

For more information, see Downeast/Acadia in the Travel section.

Towns in the Downeast/Acadia region: