Things To Do
Scott's Place (THE BEST BURGERS)
Scott's Place is the absolute hidden gem of Camden. It has long been a staple of the Brenninkmeyer family diet. If you find yourself hungry or bored, 10/10 recommend getting a burger from Scott's Place.
River Ducks Ice Cream
Tucked behind the Lord Camden Inn, stop by River Ducks Ice Cream to eat delicious sundaes and soft serve. Feed the ducks nearby and enjoy your dessert (or breakfast - we don't judge) while walking around downtown Camden.
Owl & Turtle Bookshop Café
Owned and operated by family friends, Craig and Maggie, Owl and Turtle has been a family go-to for years. Stop in for a drink, a snack, or a book and enjoy one of our favorite local spots.
Hike Mount Battie!
Mount Battie offers one of the best views of Camden's Harbor. If you just want to see the view, you can drive up the mountain. It costs around $6/person in your car. You can also walk (for free) and take the main road up (it's a little over a mile) or you can take the natural hike up (it's closer to 3 miles). Either the way, the view from the top is definitely worth it :)
Beech Hill Preserve Trail Head
Beech Hill Preserve is in Rockport, the neighboring town to Camden. This two mile hike takes you through a large blueberry hill all the way to a Norwegian sod-roofed hut that overlooks the water in the distance!
Hike Maiden Cliff!
Hike one mile (and ascend around 800 feet), to take in some breathtaking views of nearby Megunticook Lake. The entrance to this hike is about a 7 minute drive from Downtown Camden. It is a slightly more difficult hike with streams, slippery spots, and some steep inclines, but it is definitely worth the gorgeous view from the top. If you see a large white cross nestled against a hillside, you're looking up at Maiden Cliff! Be careful walking around the ledges that make up the scenic overlook.
The Smiling Cow
The perfect gift shop to stop by and grab whatever small trinkets and things you might want to remember your trip to Camden, Maine!