Minutes away from Boothbay Harbor, Newagen Seaside Inn provides the perfect three-season vacation destination along coastal Maine. Escape during the summer months and spend your time paddling the waterways, eating local lobster, attending festivals, and watching sailboat races. Or skip the summer crowds and plan your visit during the spring or fall for mild weather, vacation deals, and fun seasonal activities. Whether you’re seeking a classic New England summer getaway on the water or a quiet fall vacation backdropped by a canvas of colorful foliage, there is a season for everyone’s interests along the Midcoast.
While the best time to visit Maine varies depending on your personal preferences, our inn provides an idyllic retreat from mid-May to mid-October!
Summer
Summer is the most popular time to visit Midcoast Maine, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to the high 70s. If you are looking for a classic coastal Maine vacation, summertime is the perfect time to plan your visit. From lobster bakes to whale watching tours, there are endless activities available:
- Enjoy our resort’s signature events like Tuesday Lobster Bakes from late June to early September.
- Take advantage of our on-site land and water activities like swimming, rowing, hiking, tennis, pickleball, and basketball.
- Sign up for a whale-watching tour and see these marine mammals in their natural habitat!
- Attend seasonal summer festivals like Windjammer Days.
- Soak up the sun at the Boothbay Harbor beaches.
Fall
Fall is an excellent time to visit Midcoast Maine, offering fewer travelers, crisp weather, and incredible fall foliage. As the landscape transforms into a tapestry of autumn hues, the mild temperatures invite visitors to continue savoring outdoor pursuits like hiking, paddling, sailing, and biking. Visit in the fall and enjoy these seasonal attractions:
- Hit the trails at Dodge Point Preserve, Zak Preserve, or Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and marvel at the colorful fall foliage.
- Plan your getaway around annual fall festivals like Damariscotta Pumpkinfest or the Fall Foliage Festival at Boothbay Railway Museum.
- Hit the road on a scenic fall drive from Linekin Bay Resort.
Spring
As spring blossoms, Linekin Bay Resort reawakens from winter and reopens for the season in May. This month marks the beginning of the vacation season, with local bars and restaurants opening their doors to visitors. Plan a late spring escape and enjoy these activities:
- Take a nature walk at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and see blossoming flowers.
- Enjoy mild weather for your favorite outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, and birdwatching.
- Visit the historic lighthouses at Pemaquid Point or Burnt Island, opening for the season in mid-May.
While each season offers its own unique charm, the best time to visit Maine is up to you. Book your fall, summer, or spring getaway at Newagen Seaside Inn and immerse yourself in the coastal charm of Boothbay Harbor!