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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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Activities
Description Contact Info
Island Tours - Golf Cart tours of Peaks Island Address: P.O. Box 93, Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 653-2549
Email: peaksislandtours@yahoo.com
Website: www.peaksislandtours.com
Maine Island Kayak - Sea kayak outfitter, instruction and sales Address: 70 Luther St., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-2373
Email: info@maineislandkayak.com
Website: www.maineislandkayak.com
Portland Schooner Company - Two-hour sails, private charters, and overnights aboard historic schooners Address: 40 Commercial St. Suite 1001, Portland, ME
Phone: (207) 766-2500
Email: michelle@portlandschooner.com Website: www.portlandschooner.com
Brad’s Island Bike Rentals & Repairs Address: 115 Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-5631
Fifth Maine Regiment Museum - Civil War and local history museum and a cultural center for the island community Address: 45 Seashore Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-3330
Email: fifthmaine@juno.com
Website: www.fifthmainemuseum.org
Art Galleries - Gift Shops - Artists
Take A Peak - A cheerful seaside gift shop. Collectibles. Address: 52 Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-5995
Email: takeapeak52@aol.com
Website: www.takeapeaksisland.com
K. Newell Crafts - Kathleen Newell Address: 31 Central Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-2491
Email: knewella@maine.rr.com
Website: www.knewellcrafts.com
Antiques on Peaks - Nancy Cuthbertson Address: Located on the Lions' Club Fairgrounds
Phone: (207) 899-4115
Email: antiquesonpeaks@yahoo.com
Website: www.antiquesonpeaks.com
Peaks Beads - Specializing in sea glass jewelry and other creations Address: 10 Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-2305
Email: peaksbeads@gmail.com
Richard Boyd Pottery - Art gallery showcasing pottery, paintings and blown glass; pottery studio producing one-of-a-kind pottery and ceramic art
Address: 15 Epps St., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 712-1097
Email: info@richardboydpottery.com
Website: www.richardboydpottery.com
Real Estate Services
Ashmore Realty Address: 20 Welch St., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-2981
Email: Ralph@ashmorerealthy.com
Website: www.ashmorerealty.com
R. Paul Landry Address:12 Merriam St., Peaks Island, ME
Phone:(207) 766-2588
Email: landryrp@yahoo.com
Website: www.realestatepeaksisland.com
Port Island Realty Address:14 Welch St., Peaks Island, ME
Phone:(207) 766-5966
Website: www.portisland.com
Restaurants & Lodging
The Peaks Island House Address: 20 Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-4400
Website: www.thepeaksislandhouse.com
The Inn on Peaks Island Address: 33 Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-5100
Website: www.innonpeaks.com
Museums & Lodging
Eighth Maine Regiment Memorial Association - a living museum and authentic Victorian lodgeAddress: 13 Eighth Maine Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-5086
Email: EighthMaineHost@EighthMaine.com
Website: www.EighthMaine.com
Lobster Bakes & Catering
The Maine Lobster Bake Co. - Distinctive Lobster Bakes, Creative Catering. We specialize in island catering! Address: 140 Reed Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 415-8063
Website: www.cascobaylobsterbake.com
Banks
Maine Bank & Trust - Full-service banking for personal & business accounts. Address: In the Lobby of the Inn on Peaks Island
33 Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 766-2960 or 877-888-1747
Website: www.mainebank.com
Odd Jobs
Call Paul - Paul Bridges. AAA Emergency Services, Heavy Freight, Bio-Bricks. Address: 10 Third St., Peaks Island, ME
Phone: (207) 415-4925
Email: anything@callpaulbridges.com
Website: www.callpaulbridges.com
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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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