Island Info - Peaks Island, Maine

Once known as the Coney Island of Maine, and later an important WW II outpost, Peaks Island today is a neighborhood within the city of Portland. Home to artists, retirees, commuters of all sorts and a substantial summer population, Peaks Island boasts a small town feel with unparalleled ocean views and access. Fourteen daily departures (20 minutes one way) from Portland make Peaks an ideal, family friendly destination.

Plan Your Trip

Your adventure begins at Forest City Landing, where Casco Bay Lines ferries have docked since the 1880’s.

• Head up the hill for one of Lisa’s famous cinnamon buns at the Peaks Café.
• Get your bearings straight by hopping on a golf cart with Island Tours, the preferred means of island transportation.
• Refresh yourself with lunch and ocean views at the Peaks Island House, Cockeyed Gull or the Inn on Peaks.
• Spend the rest of your afternoon exploring on foot or kayak or with a bike from Brad and Wyatt’s Bike Shop. Enjoy the breathtaking views from Backshore or from atop Battery Steele.
• Visit the Fifth Maine Museum for a glimpse into the island’s past and to see the newly restored battle flag of the Fifth Maine Regiment of the Civil War.
• Finish your day with a stroll along Island Avenue, where you’ll find Take a Peak, Antiques on Peaks, the Gem Gallery and the world’s only Umbrella Cover Museum.
• Of course, no island visit would be complete without an ice cream from Down Front.

Things to do on Peaks Island

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Taxi Services

Although Peaks Island does have regular car ferry service, the island is best enjoyed without a vehicle. There is also a taxi on Peaks Island for all your transportation needs, including pick up/drop off at the ferry, grocery pick up and delivery, and tours.
Call (207) 518-0000

Public Restrooms

Public restrooms are located in the parking lot at Forest City Landing and at the Community Building next to Brad and Wyatt’s Bike Shop.

Fire Permit

Fire is a constant danger on islands; please obtain a fire permit from the police before starting any fire.

More information about Peaks Island can be found at www.peaksisland.info.

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