Bold Coast Road
Through blueberry barrens to lighthouse ruins
Bold Coast Road threads through Maine’s wild blueberry barrens before dropping toward the rockbound coast near Lubec. The gravel track passes through terrain that looks more like Scottish moorland than typical Maine woods, with low-bush blueberries stretching to the horizon and fog rolling in from the Bay of Fundy. At road’s end, you’ll find the crumbling foundation of Cross Island Light and some of the most dramatic coastal views in the state.
Easy driving on well-maintained gravel makes this suitable for any vehicle with decent ground clearance, though the final mile gets rough with loose stones. Summer brings crowds picking blueberries, so shoulder seasons offer better solitude. The area stays cool even in July thanks to maritime influence, and fog can roll in fast. Bring layers and a camera for the lighthouse ruins and whale-watching opportunities from the cliffs.
Trail Specs
| Difficulty | Easy |
|---|---|
| Trail Type | Scenic Drive |
| Surface | Gravel |
| Features | Historic, Remote, Scenic |
| Length (miles) | 8 mi / 12.9 km |
| Duration | Half day |
| Max elevation (ft) | 180 ft |
| Best season | May-October |
| Minimum vehicle | Stock high-clearance |
| Nearest town | Lubec, Maine |
| Land manager | Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands |
| Permit required | No |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Water crossings | No |
| Dispersed camping | Yes |
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