The Hartstone Inn is just a short drive away from many central Maine activities and within walking distance of Camden’s featured attractions. The harbor is a “stone’s throw” away, with its fleet of windjammers and bustle of activity. Early risers won’t want to miss the sun rising over Camden Harbor! Use this vacation activity list as your starting point to plan what to do in Camden town. The links below will help you chart your exploration of central Maine’s many wonders.
Camden, Maine Activities
Discover The Best Things To Do on the Maine Coast
Driving Tours & Day Trips
The Hartstone Team have put together numerous area driving tours and day trips to wonderful destinations like Acadia National Park, Port Clyde, Stonington, Pemaquid Point, Damariscotta, Belfast and area lighthouses. Detailed Foliage Tours and Scenic Bicycling Routes are also on hand. Day Trips Printouts are available at the desk.
Wine Tasting
Visit the Cellardoor Winery and enjoy their 1790 barn and farmhouse set on 68 acres. Stroll the flower and vegetable gardens, the orchard and the vineyards. Cellardoor Winery makes wine the Old World way, harvesting cold weather grapes from Maine’s only winery vineyard, pressing and aging in their cool cellars. Take in their “Tuscan”-like view of the vineyard, which is planted in French and American hybrid grapevines.
The vineyard is open Friday through Sunday, by reservation, mid-May through mid-October.
On the Water
Get out on the water for a historic Schooner Sail departing from Camden or Rockport Harbor, or paddle your way along the coast.
- Schooner Surprise
- Sail Heron
- Schooner Olad and Cutter Owl
- Ducktrap Kayaking
- Lively Lady Lobster & Lighthouse Tour
- Maine Sports Outfitters
Outdoor Activities
Enjoy an afternoon at Camden Hills State Park or take advantage of the other outdoor activities in Maine.
Winter Sports
Enjoying the outdoors is not just for the sunny months! Take part in these fun winter sports in Maine.
Museums
Dive into the local culture at these wonderful museums in Maine.
Lighthouses
With its rocky shores and jagged coastline, it’s not surprising that Maine has more lighthouses and beacons than any other state its size. These unique historical sites are a must-visit on your next vacation in Maine. We will be happy to provide you with our own personalized lighthouse guide.
Activity Packages from Hartstone Inn
Come explore Maine with us and take advantage of one of our curated adventure packages.