Camden is where the mountains literally meet the sea. Hike or drive up Mount Battie for the harbor view, take a windjammer cruise on Penobscot Bay, and stroll a downtown that feels like it hasn’t changed in decades. Neighboring Rockport is equally charming.
Camden
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Region
maine
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug +2 more
Daily Budget
$50–$350 USD
Getting There
Drive from Portland (2 hours via US-1 or I-95). Drive from Bar Harbor (1.5 hours). Concord Coach Lines bus.
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