Eastport marks America's easternmost city, where tides surge 28 feet and wild blueberries ripen wild. Camp in one of five RV parks hugging Moose Island's shores for front-row seats to whale watches and island ferries. Pull in now to chase sunrises over Friars Bay and fresh lobster rolls downtown.
Eastport clings to Moose Island in Downeast Maine, famous for the Old Sow whirlpool churning nearby. Raye's Mustard Mill grinds stone-ground mustard since 1900. Crowds flock to the July Pirate Festival on Water Street, complete with parades and sea shanty sing-alongs. Summer brings music at the Eastport Arts Center overlooking Broad Cove.
Seaview RV Resort delivers WiFi and sites from $70 a night for digital nomads. Harris Point Shore Cabins & Motel starts at $60, ideal for budget solo travelers seeking shore access. Huckins Beach and Trail fits groups with pet-friendly spots and trails. Donaldson Beach handles big rigs easily, perfect for oversized motorhomes exploring the coast.
Eastport claims the title of easternmost U.S. city on Moose Island. Dramatic 28-foot tides power the nearby Old Sow whirlpool, the Western Hemisphere's largest. Wild blueberries carpet the hills each summer, while the annual Pirate Festival packs Water Street with costumes and seafood feasts in July.
Seaview RV Resort, Seaview Campground & Cottages, Harris Point Shore Cabins & Motel, Huckins Beach and Trail, and Donaldson Beach cluster around Eastport. Most hug the coast near Friars Bay or Broad Cove for quick drives to downtown. Expect waterfront views and amenities like WiFi or pet areas at select spots.
Yes, Huckins Beach and Trail welcomes pets on leashes in group sites. Many others allow dogs with restrictions, so check listings for policies. Trails from Huckins lead pets to beaches, but always pack waste bags for Downeast tidelands.
