{"id":2827,"date":"2016-04-18T15:37:08","date_gmt":"2016-04-18T15:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/undiscoveredmaine\/?page_id=2827"},"modified":"2025-11-30T14:37:36","modified_gmt":"2025-11-30T19:37:36","slug":"machias-area-activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/downeast-maine\/easterly-frontier\/machias\/machias-area-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Machias Area Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>Biking<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisetrail.org\/about-the-downeast-sunrise-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Down East Sunrise Trail<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<em>2 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 (and various locations between Ellsworth and Pembroke)<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>The scenic rail corridor runs along the entire Downeast coastal area, connects multiple scenic conservation areas, intersects Downeast salmon rivers, and is near two state scenic byways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Camping<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/dacf\/parksearch\/PropertyGuides\/PDF_GUIDE\/machiasriverguide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Corridor<\/a><\/strong> <em>Machias River, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This corridor envelopes the Machias River, which features one of the country&#8217;s largest self-sustaining wild Atlantic salmon run. This spot is great for camping, birding, fishing, hunting, and it is particularly popular with experienced paddlers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nrcm.org\/explore-maine-map\/rocky-lake-public-reserved-land\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land<\/a><\/strong> <em>Rocky Lake, ME 04691 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cWith 11,000 acres of woodlands and wetlands bordering three lakes near East Machias, the Rocky Lake Public Lands provide opportunities for boating, camping, and fishing in a wildlife-rich setting.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Events<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiaschamber.org\/events-and-news\/festivals-in-machias-downeast-maine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias Harvest Fair<\/a><\/strong> <em><em>Station 1898, 27 East Main St &amp; Lee Pellon Ctr, 90 Main St, Machias, ME 04654 <\/em>| (207) 255-4402<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Traditional fall festival on the last Saturday in September at the town&#8217;s historical railroad station from 10:00 am &#8211; 4:00 pm. Here you can find the Seagull Calling Contest, a rubber ducky race over Bad Little Falls, pumpkin tossing, chili, fudge and cornbread contest, and live music.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiasblueberry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias Wild Blueberry Festival<\/a><\/strong> <em><em>Centre Street Congregational Church, 9 Center St, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-6665<\/em><\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This fun event takes place the third week and weekend in August in downtown Machias. It celebrates the Maine wild blueberry industry with parades, races, musicals, hundreds of vendors, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.margarettadays.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Margaretta Days Festival<\/a><\/strong> <em><em>University of Maine at Machias, 116 Obrien Ave, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 263-5886<\/em><\/em>\n<figure id=\"26544\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26544\" src=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2022\/05\/Machias-Margaretta-Days_InPixio-300x161.png\" alt=\"Margaretta Days festival in Machias\" width=\"300\" height=\"161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2022\/05\/Machias-Margaretta-Days_InPixio-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2022\/05\/Machias-Margaretta-Days_InPixio-105x56.png 105w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2022\/05\/Machias-Margaretta-Days_InPixio-317x171.png 317w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2022\/05\/Machias-Margaretta-Days_InPixio-423x228.png 423w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/527\/2022\/05\/Machias-Margaretta-Days_InPixio.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"image-attribution\">Margaretta Days magazine<\/span>Margaretta Days Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>This June festival celebrates the American Revolution Downeast, specifically the Battle of Margaretta, the first naval battle of the American Revolution. You can find soldier re-enactors, period demonstrators, and children&#8217;s activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Farms<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mainefarmersmarkets.org\/market\/machias-valley-farmers-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias Valley Farmers&#8217; Market<\/a><\/strong> <em>76 US-1, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-8556<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Farmers&#8217; market that runs from May to October on Fridays and Saturdays. There are flowers, herbs, vegetables, seedlings, baked goods, jams, maple syrup, and woven fiber arts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/welchfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Welch Farm<\/strong><\/a> 186 Roque Bluffs Road, Roque Bluffs, Maine 04654 | (207) 951-2437 lhanscom1@gmail.com\n<ul>\n<li>&#8220;Welcome to the Welch Farm. We are a 6th generation family-owned and operated wild blueberry farm located in Roque Bluffs, along the shores of Englishmen\u2019s Bay in Downeast Maine. Currently managed by Wayne Hanscom and his daughter, Lisa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/westbranchfarmsmachias.com\/west-branch-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>West Branch Farms<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0180 West Kennebec Road, Machias ME 04654 | 207-259-0434 | info@westbranchfarmsmachias.com amber@wbfmachias.com\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cOur farm is a haven where you can gather, relax, indulge in delicious farm-to-table cuisine, shop for unique treasures, and connect with nature through hands-on activities. Enjoy the simple pleasures of picking your own produce, feeding the friendly animals, and taking in the tranquil beauty of the countryside.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Four Wheeling<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisetrail.org\/about-the-downeast-sunrise-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Down East Sunrise Trail<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<em>2 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 (and various locations between Ellsworth and Pembroke)<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>The scenic rail corridor runs along the entire Downeast coastal area, connects multiple scenic conservation areas, intersects Downeast salmon rivers, and is near two state scenic byways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nrcm.org\/explore-maine-map\/rocky-lake-public-reserved-land\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land<\/a><\/strong> <em>Rocky Lake, ME 04691 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cWith 11,000 acres of woodlands and wetlands bordering three lakes near East Machias, the Rocky Lake Public Lands provide opportunities for boating, camping, and fishing in a wildlife-rich setting.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Hiking<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisetrail.org\/about-the-downeast-sunrise-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Down East Sunrise Trail<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<em>2 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 (and various locations between Ellsworth and Pembroke)<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>The scenic rail corridor runs along the entire Downeast coastal area, connects multiple scenic conservation areas, intersects Downeast salmon rivers, and is near two state scenic byways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcht.org\/preserve\/long-point\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Long Point Preserve<\/strong><\/a> in Machiasport, Maine Coast Heritage Trust\n<ul>\n<li>This is &#8220;a picturesque excursion that begins along a dirt road before leading to a more rustic path that eventually loops around the rugged peninsula, totaling 1.7 miles one way. Be ready with binoculars to spot seals, bald eagles, osprey, or the next songbird singing in the surrounding forest or shorebird feeding in adjacent mudflats.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainetrailfinder.com\/trails\/trail\/machias-river-preserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Preserve<\/a><\/strong> <em>370 US &#8211; 1A, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-4500<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Nature preserve along the Machias River with miles of forest and river frontage trails to hike. You can also see lots of evidence of past logging history. The 5-mile trail connects with the Down East Sunrise Trail as well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Historic<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/burnhamtavern.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Burnham Tavern Museum<\/a><\/strong> <em>14 Colonial Way, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 733-4577<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>&#8220;In recognition of its importance, the Burnham Tavern has been designated as a National Historic Site by the U.S. Department of the Interior, and in 1974 the Tavern was selected as one of the 21 homes in the United States with the most significance to the American Revolution, the only one so recognized in the State of Maine.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mainehistoricsites.wordpress.com\/2010\/02\/03\/fort-obrien-historic-site-machias-maine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fort O&#8217;Brien State Historic Site<\/a><\/strong> <em>Fort O&#8217;Brien Point, Machiasport, ME 04655 | <span role=\"link\" aria-label=\"Call Phone Number (207) 941-4014\">(207) 941-4014<\/span><\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This fort was built in 1775 and saw the first official naval battle of the Revolutionary War, and was destroyed by the British fleet in the same year. It was rebuilt in 1777, and destroyed by the British again in 1814. In 1923 the United States Federal Government decided to deed the site over to Maine, where it was made a State Historic Site in 1966 and is now maintained by the Bureau of Parks and Lands ever since.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/machiasme.org\/community\/historic-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias Historic Railroad Station<\/a><\/strong> <em>2 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-6621<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>A historic railroad station that was built in 1898 and is one of the five remaining stations built by the ambitious but unsuccessful Washington County Railroad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtoncountymaine.com\/experience-washington-county\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Washington County Courthouse Heritage Center Museum and Genealogy Research Room<\/strong><\/a> <em>85 Court House St, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 225-3127<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>At this courthouse, there are two rooms dedicated to genealogy research materials and information on Maine families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Hunting<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/dacf\/parksearch\/PropertyGuides\/PDF_GUIDE\/machiasriverguide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Corridor<\/a><\/strong> <em>Machias River, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This corridor envelopes the Machias River, which features the country&#8217;s largest self-sustaining wild Atlantic salmon run. This spot is great for camping, birding, fishing, hunting, and it is particularly popular with experienced paddlers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/perrysguideservice.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Perry\u2019s Guide Service<\/a> <\/strong><em>1314 Northfield Rd, <span class=\"d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql rrkovp55 jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v knj5qynh py34i1dx\"><span class=\"a8c37x1j ni8dbmo4 stjgntxs l9j0dhe7\">Machias, ME 04654<\/span><\/span>| (207) 598-5109<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Offering guided moose hunts and fishing trips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maine.gov\/cgi-bin\/online\/doc\/parksearch\/details.pl?park_id=64\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land<\/a><\/strong> <em>Rocky Lake, ME 04691 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cWith 11,000 acres of woodlands and wetlands bordering three lakes near East Machias, the Rocky Lake Public Lands provide opportunities for boating, camping, and fishing in a wildlife-rich setting.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Lighthouses<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lighthousefriends.com\/light.asp?ID=763\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Libby Island Light<\/strong><\/a> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">44\u00b034\u20325.985\u2033N, 67\u00b022\u20322.555\u2033W <\/span><\/i><em><span class=\"geo-default\"><span class=\"geo-dms\" title=\"Maps, aerial photos, and other data for this location\"><span class=\"longitude\">Machias Bay, ME 04655<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Located at the scene of the American Revolution\u2019s first naval battle and can be seen distantly from the mainland, but is best viewed from a boat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Parks<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/downeastcoastalconservancy.org\/dcc-trails\/middle-river-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Park<\/a><\/strong> <em>2 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-4500<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This property was used for centuries by settlers for salt hay production and raising cattle. In 2013, it was developed into a public space with over 2 miles of hiking trails and a wide variety of habitat perspectives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Rainy Day Activities<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.porter.lib.me.us\/w\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Porter Memorial Library<\/a><\/strong> <em>92 Court St, Machias, ME 04654 | <span role=\"link\" aria-label=\"Call Phone Number (207) 255-3933\">(207) 255-3933<\/span><\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This library was originally established as a Library Society in the early 1800&#8217;s and was designed by the Boston architect, George Clough. It now features over 13,000 books for children and adults, audiobooks, magazines, and newspaper subscriptions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Skiing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainetrailfinder.com\/trails\/trail\/machias-river-preserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Preserve<\/a><\/strong> <em>370 US &#8211; 1A, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 255-4500<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Nature preserve along the Machias River with miles of forest and river frontage trails to hike. You can also see lots of evidence of past logging history. The 5-mile trail connects with the Down East Sunrise Trail as well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Snowmobiling<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisetrail.org\/about-the-downeast-sunrise-trail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Down East Sunrise Trail<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<em>2 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 (and various locations between Ellsworth and Pembroke)<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>The scenic rail corridor runs along the entire Downeast coastal area, connects multiple scenic conservation areas, intersects Downeast salmon rivers, and is near two state scenic byways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Waterfront: Beaches, Swimming, Boating, Fishing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakesofmaine.org\/lake-overview.html?m=1358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gardner Lake<\/a><\/strong> <em>East Machias, ME 04630<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>A classic lake with prestige views, incredible fishing and access to docks and shore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/ifw\/docs\/lake-survey-maps\/washington\/hadley_lake.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hadley Lake<\/a><\/strong> <em>East Machias, ME 04630<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Essentially a wide spot in the East Machias River, provides fisheries for the typical assemblage of warm water sport fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g40727-d3367984-Reviews-Jasper_Beach-Machiasport_Maine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jasper Beach<\/a><\/strong> <em>Machiasport, ME 04655<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>Also known as the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/q1065.fm\/this-secluded-maine-beach-is-completely-covered-in-gorgeous-colorful-pebbles-that-sing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Singing Beach<\/a>,\u201d this is a great spot to explore as \u201cthe waves crash against what looks like billions of colorful smooth stones of all colors, sizes, and shapes.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/dacf\/parksearch\/PropertyGuides\/PDF_GUIDE\/machiasriverguide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Corridor<\/a><\/strong> <em>Machias River, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This corridor envelopes the Machias River, which features the country&#8217;s largest self-sustaining wild Atlantic salmon run. This spot is great for camping, birding, fishing, hunting, and it is particularly popular with experienced paddlers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maine.gov\/cgi-bin\/online\/doc\/parksearch\/details.pl?park_id=64\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land<\/a><\/strong> <em>Rocky Lake, ME 04691 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cWith 11,000 acres of woodlands and wetlands bordering three lakes near East Machias, the Rocky Lake Public Lands provide opportunities for boating, camping, and fishing in a wildlife-rich setting.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Wildlife: Birding<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/dacf\/parksearch\/PropertyGuides\/PDF_GUIDE\/machiasriverguide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Machias River Corridor<\/a><\/strong> <em>Machias River, Machias, ME 04654 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>This corridor envelopes the Machias River, which features the country&#8217;s largest self-sustaining wild Atlantic salmon run. This spot is great for camping, birding, fishing, hunting, and it is particularly popular with experienced paddlers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maine.gov\/cgi-bin\/online\/doc\/parksearch\/details.pl?park_id=64\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land<\/a><\/strong> <em>Rocky Lake, ME 04691 | (207) 941-4412<\/em>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cWith 11,000 acres of woodlands and wetlands bordering three lakes near East Machias, the Rocky Lake Public Lands provide opportunities for boating, camping, and fishing in a wildlife-rich setting.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/undiscoveredmaine\/downeast-maine\/machias\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Return to Machias Page<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Biking Down East Sunrise Trail\u00a02 Kilton Ln, Machias, ME 04654 (and various locations between Ellsworth and Pembroke) The scenic rail corridor runs along the entire Downeast coastal area, connects multiple scenic conservation areas, intersects Downeast salmon rivers, and is near two state scenic byways. 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