Bucksport, Maine
Bucksport, Maine Hotels
Bucksport, Maine has a lot to keep you busy on your New England vacation getaway. There are activities for the whole family all year long. Stop by the local businesses to get the latest on the best places to go. Find a great hotel and settle in for a relaxing, refreshing time away from the routine workaday world.
You'll find Bucksport on Route 1 north of Belfast, Maine. The closest airport is Bangor International (BGR). The closest major cities include Portland, Maine (119 miles), Boston, Massachusetts (222 miles) and Bronx, New York (434 miles).
Area Attractions
- Fort Knox State Park - on the west bank of Penobscot River, you need to make it a point to come and see one of the best preserved forts on the seacoast.
- Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory - climb the tower so you can look out in a panoramic view of the river, bay and towns of Maine.
- Penobscot Marine Museum - the displays are a fascinating step back into the marine history of the region. Stop over in Searsport to view these collections.
Area Events
- Penobscot Narrows BridgeFest - in October, you and your family will have fun during this celebration in Bucksport.
- Bucksport Bay Festival - in July participate in a fun-filled festival with all sorts of family activities. After the Pie Bake-off, you can try some slices that go on sale once the judging is done.
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