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Lamoine, Maine

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)

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