Location: Monhegan Island
Top Things to do in Monhegan Island
Top Restaurants in Monhegan Island
Top 7 Things to do in Monhegan Island, United States
Monhegan is a plantation in Lincoln County, Maine, United States, about 12 nautical miles (22 km) off the mainland. The population was 69 at the 2010 census. The plantation comprises its namesake island and the uninhabited neighboring island of Manana. The island is accessible by scheduled boat service from Boothbay Harbor, New Harbor and Port Clyde. It was designated a National Natural Landmark for its coastal and island flora in 1966.
Restaurants in Monhegan Island
1. Monhegan Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
A square-mile rock off the coast of Monhegan that is home to 70 residents.
Reviewed By BeeMelissa - Portland, Maine
Wonderful boat trip from New Harbor to Monhegan Island...about 90 minutes, I believe. Quaint and brautiful with breathtaking views is Monhegan Island. Great walking island...a few small shops...at least two art galleries...tbe lovely Islam Inn for accommodations and dining. Several guest houses and some houses for rent as well. Lots of history here...great hiking trails (several for only experienced hikers with appropriate footwear)...gorgeous small beaches...a couple of lobster in the rough restaurants (most are seasonal)...a sweet provisions shop (sldo serving dabeicges and bsjed hoods)...oh and near the ferry landing is an amazingly quaint bakery cafe...delicious homemade treats and I had two of the best iced lattes I ever tasted! Absolutely beautiful perennial gardens grace the many historical homes along your walk. Photo ops abound. You will see artists painting on site...writers in garden retreats composing. The day we were there, a drone was circling on high while photographing this picturesque island. Definitely worth more than one trip to take in all the wonder that Monhegan Island has to offer...it will be a day or more well spent if you do make this journey.
2. Monhegan Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 48 reviews
A small community museum emphasizing American art history.
Reviewed By A J - Norfolk
Small littel museum on the island that speaks to island life. Worth an 30 - 60 minutes of time. Great views from locatio.
3. Monhegan Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By AFsilverfox52 - Pasadena MD
If you like micro brews then you need to find your way up to Monhegan Brewing Company.
You have to be a true die hard beer lover to find this place. It is on a island 10 miles off the Maine shore.
They don't sell the beer on the mainland which is a shame because the beer is that good. They do have single bottles to go and you can get a growler filled
This is truly a home brew set up. The facility looks to be no larger than a typical house.
My favorite is the Crows Nest IPA
We bought a large bottle of the Crows Nest IPA and lugged in around the Island in our backpack. I should have brought a bigger backpack.
4. Monhegan Light
Overall Ratings
5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By FandB2 - Columbia, Maryland
Gives an insight to the lives of the light house keeper and his family, and also gives information on the fog horn keeper who was located just across the harbor on Mannana Island. Of the multiple visits to this museum it was the first time I actually paid any attention to the fog horn aspect. In any case, a must visit when on the island.
5. Monhegan Wellness
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Monhegan Wellness offers retreats for busy people who need to take a break from it all. As a retreat participant, you will unplug from your daily grind and open up to the natural healing energy of Monhegan Island. You will gain the confidence and knowledge to create a happy, healthy life through a combination of Yoga, Cooking, and Metabolic Typing. Yoga will put you in touch with your body and emotions and how these relate to your health. Cooking instruction will teach you how to integrate healthy, whole foods into your diet. Metabolic Typing will guide you to the best foods for you as an individual. At Monhegan Wellness, you will learn to increase your energy, balance your mood, and lose the weight permanently. Monhegan Wellness is owned by Tara Hire, a certified health coach, yoga instructor, and chef who shares her wealth of knowledge about nutrition and lifestyle in accessible and actionable ways. Take a retreat on Monhegan Island with Tara Hire and return to life rejuvenated. Day- and Multi-Day retreats are available as well as a regular schedule of yoga and Thai Yoga Bodywork.
Reviewed By mbkm312 - New Sharon, Maine
A special 5 day retreat was enjoyed on Island of Monhegan. It was thoughtfully prepared and included everything we needed. We had structure, and a little free time. Tara's food preparations were admirable, delicious and healthy. Her yoga was refreshing. The accommodations wonderful. The yoga...MoreThank you so much for the excellent review. It is such a pleasure to do this work :)
6. Lupine Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By worktotravel14 - Arlington, VA
This is a great little gallery in the center of town. You can enjoy artwork, mostly paintings, with strong Maine themes -- the sea, the scenery, the rugged life of the coast. The work is beautiful -- and most of the art is better priced than what you would find on the mainland, especially for Monhegan artists. You should definitely go in, enjoy, and possibly consider a purchase.
7. Fish Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By jrjojo - Washington DC, District of Columbia
Fish Beach is also listed as a premier Sea Glass prospecting area on Monhegan Island. Lots of the glass found on the beach is "fresh", lacking the frosted sea worn look that sea glass should have. But there are plenty of other more seasoned sea glass specimens to be found. Parents should take care, as there are lots of sharp pieces of glass to avoid.
