Hidden Harbor E Bike Tour of Boothbay Harbor

About this activity

You will enjoy stunning ocean views as we ride along historic Boothbay byways that traverse the length of historic Spruce Point, where the Wawenock once fished and early colonials settled. We’ll see the historic Spruce Point Inn, host to the Kennedys and Ernest Hemingway and named as one of the Northeast’s top 25 resorts by Conde Nast Traveler. Along the way, we’ll see one of the last large coastal lodges built prior to the Great Depression and take in some of the most beautiful coastline water views in Midcoast Maine before strolling along America’s longest wooden footbridge. Your entertaining guide has collected some intriguing historical tales to share that you didn’t learn about in history class.

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 30 min

   Bike fitting, instruction, and parking lot practice ride.

2. Stop 2 · 10 min

   Hear stories about Maine’s mysterious Red Paint People who prospered here for thousands of years and disappeared without a trace.

3. Stop 3 · 5 min

   Visit to this historic girls’ camp-turned resort with views of Linekin Bay and Cabbage Island, home of Maine’s favorite Cabbage Island Clambake.

4. Stop 4 · 15 min

   What do Queen Elizabeth I, a ring, and Outer Heron Island have in common? Would you believe the claim on a $1 billion-dollar English estate?

5. Stop 5 · 10 min

   See the 1920s Sprucewold Lodge once billed as the “World’s Largest Log Cabin” and a fine example of an Adirondack-style hotel. Local Wawenock leader Samoset became the first Indigenous person to contact the Europeans and sets an example for us today.

6. Stop 6 · 10 min

   As the earliest European settlement, America was born on Damariscove Island. Home to a bird sanctuary and a headless ghost and his dog, the first North American pirate buried treasure in its bottomless pond.

7. Stop 7 · 10 min

   The Spruce Point Inn is celebrating its 133rd year as a lodging place and was a Kennedy family favorite. We’ll also have a fabulous view of Burnt Island Lighthouse and time for photo opportunities.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: We meet at Pedego Electric Bikes at the town's one stoplight across the street from Hannaford. Plenty of free parking available.

Good to know

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• While no experience riding an electric bike is necessary, guests must be able to confidently ride a standard bike. If it has been a while since you’ve been on a bike, we highly recommend you practice, even just once, before your tour. Stop by Pedego Electric Bikes for a test ride.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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