Trenton, Maine
The Gateway to Acadia
Overview
Trenton describes itself as the "Gateway to Acadia," and for good reason. Route 3 runs straight through town, leading millions of visitors to the bridge connecting the mainland to Mount Desert Island. But Trenton is more than just a pass-through; it is home to a legendary concentration of roadside lobster pounds where you can watch your dinner cooked in outdoor pots.
Key Facts
Population 1,600
Region Downeast & Acadia
County Hancock
Founded 1789
Nearest City Ellsworth (10 minutes)
Town Office
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What Trenton Is Known For
Trenton Local Highlights
Lobster Pounds
The stretch of Route 3 is lined with classic wood-fired lobster cookers. Places like Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound are icons.
Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (BHB)
The primary commercial airport serving the Acadia region, offering scenic flights and glider rides.
Seaplane Tours
Scenic flights depart from the airport and water, offering aerial views of Acadia.
Things to Do
1
Eat Lobster
Pick a pound, pick a lobster, and eat it at a picnic table.
2
Take a Glider Ride
Soar silently over the mountains and ocean from the airport.
3
Mini Golf
Enjoy family fun at one of the local courses before hitting the island.
Living in Trenton
Trenton is a mix of commercial route frontage and quiet residential areas along the shore. It offers easy access to both Ellsworth (services) and Bar Harbor (recreation).
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 70-80°F
winter
Cold, 15-30°F
spring
Cool, 45-60°F
fall
Colorful, 50-65°F
Local Wildlife & Nature
Eagles Deer Seals (in the Narrows)
How to Get There
Located on Route 3 between Ellsworth and Mount Desert Island.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Trenton outline
Outdoor Recreation
Key Facts
Population
1,600
Region
Downeast & Acadia
County
Hancock
Founded
1789
Nearest City
Ellsworth (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website