Hotels in Ellsworth

Wander the historic streets of this former lumber port, where 19th-century buildings now house quirky shops and local eateries. The Downeast Scenic Railroad offers a journey through Maine's countryside that feels like time travel without the paradoxes. Duck into the Telephone Museum for a surprisingly fascinating look at communication history that'll make your smartphone seem positively magical. After browsing unique finds at local shops, refuel with freshly roasted coffee at Rooster Brother. Come summer, the city transforms into the gateway for Acadia National Park visitors, though locals might direct you to the equally stunning but less crowded shores of Green Lake or Branch Lake.