Arrowsic, Maine
Island town between the Kennebec and Sasanoa
Overview
Arrowsic is a wooded island reached by Route 127 from Bath. The town is ringed by tidal rivers and marshes that attract birders and kayakers. Nearby Doubling Point Light and the Kennebec’s working waterfront add maritime character, while small preserves provide short hikes under tall pines.
Key Facts
Population 520
Region Midcoast
County Sagadahoc
Founded 1841
Nearest City Bath (10 minutes)
Town Office
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What Arrowsic Is Known For
Arrowsic Local Highlights
Tidal marsh habitat
Prime birding for osprey and eagles along the Kennebec and Sasanoa.
Lighthouse access
Doubling Point Light and Squirrel Point Light sit just north on the river.
Quiet island roads
Low-traffic cycling and scenic drives between Bath and Georgetown.
Things to Do
1
Paddle tidal creeks
Launch on calm tides to explore marsh channels and river views.
2
Walk Sewall Woods
Short forest loops managed by Kennebec Estuary Land Trust.
3
Visit Bath shipyard city
Pair Arrowsic’s quiet with Bath’s museums, shops, and waterfront park.
Living in Arrowsic
Arrowsic offers secluded coastal living minutes from Bath services. Residents value the natural setting, wildlife, and small-town scale.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 65-78 F with sea breezes
winter
Cold, 15-32 F with coastal snow
spring
Cool and damp, 40-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with marshside foliage
How to Get There
Cross the Kennebec from Bath via Route 127; continue south toward Georgetown and Reid State Park.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Arrowsic outline
Key Facts
Population
520
Region
Midcoast
County
Sagadahoc
Founded
1841
Nearest City
Bath (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website