Northport, Maine
Bayside cottages between Belfast and Camden
Overview
Northport stretches along Penobscot Bay south of Belfast, home to the postcard Bayside village of colorful cottages, wharves, and sailboats. Route 1 skirts the shoreline for quick trips to Camden Hills, while quiet side roads hide pocket coves and views across the bay to Islesboro.
Key Facts
Population 1,520
Region Midcoast Maine
County Waldo
Founded 1796
Nearest City Belfast (10 minutes)
Town Office
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What Northport Is Known For
Northport Local Highlights
Bayside waterfront
A classic Maine summer colony with a village green, dock, and moored daysailers.
Sailing and sea kayaking
Sheltered Penobscot Bay waters attract small boats, cruisers, and paddlers.
Midcoast access
Minutes to Belfast’s shops and Camden’s harbor while staying residential and low-key.
Things to Do
1
Stroll the Bayside wharf
Watch evening races or swim from the float on a calm summer day.
2
Paddle Saturday Cove
Launch a kayak on the west side of town for quiet water and island views.
3
Play Northport Golf Club
Walk the 9-hole course tucked just inland from the bay.
Living in Northport
Mix of seasonal cottages and year-round homes along Route 1, with groceries and services in Belfast or Camden. Summer traffic swells on weekends but side roads stay peaceful.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Breezy, 65-80 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 15-35 F
spring
Cool, 40-60 F with foggy mornings
fall
Crisp, 45-65 F and clear bay views
How to Get There
On US Route 1 halfway between Belfast and Camden; about 1 hour from Bangor and 2 hours from Portland.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Northport outline
Key Facts
Population
1,520
Region
Midcoast Maine
County
Waldo
Founded
1796
Nearest City
Belfast (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website