One of the most popular vacation destinations in New England, Camden, Maine is known as the place where the mountains meet the sea. Located on beautiful Penobscot Bay, Camden has one of the prettiest harbors on the East Coast drawing boaters from around the world. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming, cruising and racing. Non-marine activities include hiking the Camden Hills, golfing on several area courses, exploring the numerous state parks, kayaking in pristine waters and sampling traditional Maine seafood.
In Camden and surrounding towns, there are numerous antique stores and shops featuring local crafts and products. During the Summer and Fall, there are many local festivals and state fairs celebrating Maine seafood and agricultural products, as well as its maritime tradition. Fall brings the opportunity to watch the foliage change from quiet country roads and along the rocky seacoast. In Winter, visitors can ski ten trails, beginner to expert, toboggan and ice skate at the Snow Bowl in Camden.