Lamoine, Maine
Quiet shore opposite Mount Desert Island
Overview
Lamoine lines the western shore of Frenchman Bay across from Bar Harbor. Lamoine State Park offers camping and a boat launch, while Lamoine Beach provides gentle swimming and sunrise views over the bay.
Key Facts
Population 1,720
Region Downeast & Acadia
County Hancock
Founded 1870
Nearest City Ellsworth (10 mins)
Town Office
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What Lamoine Is Known For
Lamoine Local Highlights
Lamoine State Park
A small coastal park with campsites, pier, and launch ramps into Frenchman Bay.
Bay views
Panoramic looks toward Bar Harbor, the Porcupine Islands, and Schoodic.
Easy Acadia access
A quiet base just minutes from the main island attractions.
Things to Do
1
Camp by the bay
Reserve a site at Lamoine State Park for sunrise over the water.
2
Beach walk
Stroll Lamoine Beach at low tide for shells and shorebirds.
3
Launch a boat
Use town ramps to fish, sail, or paddle Frenchman Bay.
Living in Lamoine
Lamoine is primarily residential, with services in Ellsworth. Many residents commute to Ellsworth or Bar Harbor.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 60-75 F with sea breezes
winter
Cold, 15-35 F with coastal storms
spring
Cool and damp, 40-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with ocean vistas
How to Get There
Reach Lamoine via Route 184 from US-1 south of Ellsworth; short drives lead to Trenton and the bridge to MDI.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Lamoine outline
Outdoor Recreation
Key Facts
Population
1,720
Region
Downeast & Acadia
County
Hancock
Founded
1870
Nearest City
Ellsworth (10 mins)
Town Office
Visit official website