Cape Porpoise and Ocean Avenue
Kennebunkport, Maine Coast
About This Activity
Ocean Avenue is one of New England's finest coastal drives, passing grand Shingle Style summer estates on the way to Walker's Point — the Bush family compound visible from the road on its own peninsula. Continue to Cape Porpoise, a working lobster fishing village with a protected harbor, lobster pound restaurants, and views of Goat Island Lighthouse. The village atmosphere is quiet and authentic, a world apart from Dock Square's bustle.
* Goose Rocks Beach * Ocean Avenue * Walker's Point * St. Ann's Church * Goat Island Lighthouse
Seasonal note: Year-round; Cape Porpoise lobster pounds open May-October; best in summer for full village atmosphere
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