Natural and Historic Sights of Downeast Maine :
Machiasport is a rural coastal fishing community located in the heart of Downeast Maine. Travel here for hiking, boating, fishing or beach combing. Walk or drive the Quoddy Loop in Lubec and visit the Quoddy Light, one of Maine's most famous lighthouses. Drive across the bridge to Canada and visit gorgeous Campobello Island, the home of FDR's summer cottage. In Machiasport, visit the natural beauty of Jasper Beach, only 2 miles from the house. Or stop by historic Ft. O'Brien, the site of the first naval battle of the American Revolution. Visit the historic Burnham Tavern in downtown Machias. If you crave lobster, drive 2 miles to the other side of Bucks Harbor and pick them out of the pound there as they come off of the boat.
Local Attractions:
The summer months are full of attractions for visitors to the Machias region. Local restaurants like The Artist's Cafe, the Tiderunner and the River view provide elegant local dining. Families will be pleased with visits to the Fat Cat Deli and the Bluebird Family Restaurant. Sweet lovers will appreciate the blueberry pie at Helen's Restaurant. Sweet lovers will appreciate the blueberry pie at Helen's restaurant, a local landmark. Life magazine voted Helen's the best place for Blueberry Pie in America. Gourmet's will delight to find a local artisan bread maker, beekeeper, sausage maker and chocolate maker all within easy driving distance. Machias is home to a large Hannaford's Grocery which is well-provisioned with every day needs as well as a fine assortment of cheeses and organic produce. Whole Life Natural Foods is another local treasure for natural and organic foods, as well as local specialties.
