Monhegan Island, 12 miles out to sea, is unique among places to visit in Maine.
Having successfully resisted modern development, this small island, just ¾ mile wide and 1½ miles long, is a haven for those seeking beauty, quiet, and relaxation. Monhegan is year-round home to fewer than 65 residents, many of them fishing families. The island has no paved roads and no cars, but its walking trails offer commanding views of the Atlantic Ocean from the highest cliffs in Maine.
Monhegan Island attracts visitors from all over the world who want to paint or photograph the rugged, coastal scenery; see migrating birds, rare wildflowers, and sea life (whales and seals); or who just want to escape for a few hours or days from their busy lives.
