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Blue Hill Peninsula
BUCKSPORT , ORLAND , CASTINE , BLUE HILL , BROOKLIN , DEER ISLE , STONINGTON , AND ISLE AU HAUT
The small-town character of the Blue Hill Peninsula ’ s sheltered working harbors , lighthouses , and islands makes it one of the world ’ s premier locations to enjoy time on the water . The area is punctuated by secluded nature preserves , classic Maine villages dating to our nation ’ s infancy , and world-class performance venues and galleries .
On The Water @ Tidetopine
A Passion for Food
The peninsula ’ s foodie rep may be because Stonington Harbor ’ s annual lobster haul is the second largest in the state , that it boasts roughly 40 familyrun farms , or the fact numerous nationally acclaimed chefs call the area home . We think it is all of the above .
The Blue Hill Farmers ’ Market is a 47-year-old tradition that brings together the region ’ s many small farmers offering fresh baked goods , jams , cheese , pasture-raised meat , fiber arts , and more . Brooklin General Store , Blue Hill Coop , and Bucks Harbor Market in Brooksville are ideal for stocking up on provisions like wine and prepared foods for a picnic on the boat .
Deer Isle @ Tidetopine
The Aragosta on Deer Isle is Downeast Magazine ’ s “ Best Waterfront Restaurant in Maine . In tiny Sargentville , visitors line up to enjoy Food & Wine ’ s Best Burrito in Maine at El El Frijoles . Restaurant menus change with the seasons to offer the freshest local ingredients .
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