Welcome to Maine’s Schoodic Area
Welcome to Maine’s Schoodic Peninsula!
The Schoodic Area is exactly what people declare it to be: an unspoiled, uncrowded coastal Maine jewel. First-time visitors are typically amazed by all the peninsula has to offer. In this one, unique location, bold mountains meet the sea . . . art meets nature . . . lobster meets the belly . . . and no one meets a stranger.
The opportunities for outdoor adventures are endless and the vibrant community of artisans, historic sites, museums, and places to experience the coast of Maine will leave you breathless.
Learn About Kids Quest
Look for “Kids Quest” sites along the Schoodic National Scenic Byway.
Travel Tip! Orient yourself with our Schoodic Outdoors Map and locate our fun, educational Kids Quest Guide which can be found at various locations along the byway. You can also download and print a PDF or view the Flipbook here.
Each of the seven beautiful outdoor locations will engage children and their parents in the region’s history, ecology, and culture!
Notable Schoodic Spots
Visit notable Schoodic spots along the Schoodic National Scenic Byway, such as Tidal Falls, Schoodic Point in Acadia National Park or Prospect Harbor Lighthouse, an iconic landmark
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- Maine Department of Transportation
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- Tidal Falls
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- Taunton Bay
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- Schoodic Point
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- Prospect Harbor Lighthouse
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- Gouldsboro Town Park
INNKEEPERS, CAMPGROUNDS, STR HOSTS?
Innkeepers, campgrounds, STR hosts and other visitor-facing organizations can download, print and share our one-page information sheet about the Schoodic National Scenic Byway.
This convenient flyer includes a description, helpful links, a map, a few notable spots on the National Scenic Byway, and of course, information about our award-winning KIDS QUEST program.
GET YOUR SCHOODIC-OPOLY!
Businesses along the Schoodic National Scenic Byway joined in the first ever Schoodic-Opoly game. A version of Monopoly tweaked with local names and highlighting businesses from Sullivan through Winter Harbor and all the roads in-between. Developed by Erin Shanahan, (Shanahan’s Sweet Retreat – in Sullivan), the fun game promotes our Schoodic National Scenic Byway! Erin, along with many other businesses/shops featured on the board are selling the Schoodic-Opoly game at their locations. Only 500 were produced, so find one soon!
NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY AWARDS
In 2023, the Schoodic National Scenic Byway received two very special awards:
- 2023 Maine Tourism Innovation & Creativity Award (Kids Quest)
- The prestigious National “Byway Organization Award for Visitor Experience” from the National Scenic Byway Foundation
Thank you to all who contribute to this project – More to come!