Disclaimer: This is not a comprehensive cruising guide to Southwest Harbor, but a summary of our experience and recommendations and what we believe would be interesting to fellow travelers. If you have additional recommendations, please feel free to reach out.
Dockage and Mooring
Dysart’s Great Harbor Marina
- Although we didn’t dock here, Dysart’s is the main marina in this harbor. There is a West Marine, a bakery, and a restaurant up the hill.
Town of Southwest Harbor
- We picked up a town mooring ball since we knew they would be available and we weren’t exactly sure where the best place to anchor would be. There are so many freaking mooring balls in this area! The harbormaster was very friendly and was texting Josh as we came in. We picked up ball #5 and paid $40/night for two nights.
- Upper Town Dock – We tied the dinghy up at the Upper Town Dock. This was situated in the middle of the town and Hamilton’s.
Things to Do
- Beal’s Lobster Pier – You can access this place by dinghy or by foot. There is a floating dock next to the restaurant. There is outdoor and indoor seating. We went for blueberry pie. It was “fine” but the best part was they allowed Charlie in the inside area with the heaters. It was chilly!
- Hamilton Marine Inc – Similar to a West Marine, Hamiton has several locations in Maine that provide boating supplies. This one is near Beal’s Lobster Piel and the Coast Guard station.
- Acadia National Park – You can pick up the free shuttle from town. Check the schedule online when you arrive. We were there just after they stopped running for the season so we didn’t go to the park from this area.
Resources
- Cruising Club of America – This is the resource that we used to figure out where to anchor or moor along Maine’s coast. This link specifically directs you to the Southwest Harbor page.
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