Camden Lobster Boat Tour
Midcoast Maine, Maine Coast
About This Activity
Camden Harbor Cruises runs authentic lobster boat tours where guests help haul, bait, and re-set traps on a working Maine lobster boat. The route passes Curtis Island Light, scenic summer estates, and world-famous windjammers. Seals, ospreys, and bald eagles are frequent sightings. The family-friendly setup encourages kids to get hands-on with hauling traps. Operates mid-May through late October.
Seasonal note: Lobstering season mid-May to late October; book in advance July–Aug
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