To Do & To Try

EXPERIENCING MAINE

Cape Porpoise

A quiet fishing village where Mike's dad and family grew up. Snap a photo at Cape Porpoise Pier, with Goat Island Lighthouse as the backdrop. For bites: get fresh lobster at Nunan’s (a local institution!), blueberry muffins at Bradbury’s, or more upscale seafood fare at Ultramar.

Goose Rocks Beach

Where Justin's been spending his summers since he was four weeks old. Arguably the softest sand in the world. Build a drip castle on the beach or walk to Timber Island at low tide to look for lobsters in the tidal pools. Finish your day with a drink on the Tides porch overlooking the ocean. To park in Goose Rocks before 5PM, you’ll need to grab a parking pass for the day ($40) at Goose Rocks Beach General Store: 3 Dyke Road.

Ocean Avenue

Scenic views of the rocky coastline and historic homes. Mike ran the Maine Coast Marathon along this road in 2016! Stop at St. Anne’s Church for a scenic vista overlooking The Kennebunks.

Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

25 minute drive from Kennebunkport. Peaceful boardwalk trails through salt marshes, perfect for birdwatching and light hiking.

Rent bikes or kayaks

Several local outfitters offer rentals. For bikes: contact Coastal Maine Hike & Bike or Mainely Bicycle. Paddle kayaking on the Kennebunk River: contact Kayak Excursions.

Whale Watching & Lobster Boat Tours

For a reliable & family-oriented whale watching cruise: First Chance’s Nick’s Chance. For a more adventurous custom experience: The Ultimate Whale Watch via New England EcoAdventures. Both depart from Kennebunkport. For a hands-on, crustacean experience, check out Rugosa Lobster Tours departing from The Nonantum.

FOOD & FAVORITES

Breakfast delights

Grab a treat at Kport Bagel, Mike’s All-day Breakfast, or Kport Provisions. Caffeine fix and more at Mornings in Paris

Clam Chowder

Allison's in Dock Square or Cape Pier Chowder House in Cape Porpoise

Lobster Roll

Three Sea's Fish and Lobster for over the counter, & Mabel's Lobster Claw for sit down

Seafood fix

Make a reservation at Arundel Wharf, Mabel’s, or Batson’s River

Maine Ice Cream

Try Aunt Marie's in the Port or Big Daddy’s. Mike's fav: Maine Blueberry; Justin's fav: Moose Tracks

Five Acre Farm Stand

Experience authentic Maine with a roadside farmstand full of the freshest produce, homemade sweets, locally grown flowers, herbs, and spices

Cape Porpoise Kitchen

Imagine Erewhon and the Pines Pantry had a child. Well they did, and her name is The Cape Porpoise Kitchen.

Federal Jack's

Birthplace of Shipyard Brewing Co. Billiards and darts in the back!