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Pedal the Coast Self-Guided

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2026 Dates

May - Oct

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7 Days
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Difficulty Level

Moderate - I Own Bike Shorts

Slow Down and Explore the Maine Coast by Bike

An inn-to-inn bike tour along quiet coastal roads, working harbors, and places worth lingering — designed for travelers who want to experience Maine without rushing through it.

Pedal the Coast is a self-guided inn-to-inn bike tour for travelers who want to experience the Maine coast without rushing it. The days unfold at an easy, natural pace — quiet coastal roads, time to stop when something catches your eye, and welcoming inns waiting each evening.

Wake up near the water, log some steady miles, breath the salt air, and take in the views that pull you forward without asking. From the rocky shore of Clark Island to protected working harbors farther up the coast, the full range of Maine’s coastline unfolds ahead of you one mile at a time.

You ride, you eat well, you sleep deeply — and by the end of the week, Maine feels less like a destination and more like a place you’ve settled into.

If you have any questions about this tour, please get in touch.

Highlights

  • Enjoy 7 days of Inn to Inn cycling along the Maine Coast
  • Explore charming towns and coastal villages
  • Cycle in Acadia National Park
  • Enjoy a variety of Maine delicacies, from lobster and smoked salmon to fresh blueberries and the local favorite “whoopie pies”
  • Discover miles of car-free Carriage Roads
Pricing

Tour Price: $2595 per person double occupancy

E-Bike: $250

2026 Dates

Pedal the Coast Self-Guided Tours can start on any Sunday from mid-May through mid-October

Pickup/Drop Off
Portland, Maine (PWM)

Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrival, Salt Air, and First Miles

Your week begins the easy way.

One of our staff will meet you at our waterfront pick-up location in Portland and shuttle you north along the coast to your first inn. Once settled, you’ll roll out on quiet coastal roads toward the working fishing village of Port Clyde—where lobster boats still set the rhythm of the day.

From there, you’ll continue on to Marshall Point Light, standing at the edge of the Atlantic, familiar to some from Forrest Gump—and unforgettable in person. The riding is relaxed, the stunning scenery surrounds you, and there’s no rush to be anywhere but right where you are.

The afternoon is yours. Stretch out on the inn’s lawn with the ocean in view, wander Port Clyde, or head out for a walk on nearby Clark Island trails as the light softens and evening envelops the coast.

  • Cycling Options: 24 miles | elevation gain 1,220 ft
  • Meals: None
  • Lodging: The Craignair Inn

DAY 2 Lighthouses and a Harbor Town

You’ll start the day tracing the edges of Spruce Head before turning east along a string of quiet roads that feel made for bikes.

Today’s route carries you to Birch Point State Park, then on to Owls Head Lighthouse, standing watch over Penobscot Bay. It’s one of those places where most people stop talking without realizing it.

From there, the ride leads you into Rockland—a lively harbor town known for art, boats, and good food. Spend the afternoon exploring the Farnsworth Museum, browsing galleries and shops, or simply sitting near the water watching the harbor come and go.

Tonight, you’ll sleep well.

DAY 3 Island Time on  Vinalhaven

This morning begins on the water.

An early ferry carries you across Rockland Harbor with wide views of the Camden Hills and the open bay ahead. When you step onto the island of Vinalhaven, things slow in the best possible way.

Spend the day riding quiet island roads, wandering the small downtown, and getting a glimpse of what year-round island life looks like. There’s time to swim in an old granite quarry, explore the island’s back roads, visit the lighthouse on the northwest tip of the island, or simply enjoy the feeling of being someplace most visitors never reach.

You’ll return to Rockland by ferry in the afternoon, with salt on your skin and a full day behind you.

DAY 4 Choices along the Coast to Camden

Today is about options.

The ride from Rockland to Camden is short and scenic—just ten easy miles along the coast. Once there, you decide how the day unfolds.

Ride farther into the hills for sweeping views, follow a route through an oceanfront preserve, or skip the bike altogether and wander Camden’s harbor, shops, and cafés. Sailing, kayaking, or simply slowing down are all on the table.

Camden has a way of pulling people in.  Enjoy your time in town.

  • Cycling Options: 10, 17 or 32 miles | elevation gain 692-2,319 ft
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Lodging: Blue Harbor House Inn

DAY 5 Acadia’s Carriage Roads

This morning, one of our staff will transfer you from Camden to Bar Harbor and the entrance to Acadia National Park.

Then comes one of the greatest rides anywhere.

Car-free, gently-graded, and designed to be traveled slowly, Acadia’s Carriage Roads wind through pine and birch forests, across graceful stone bridges, and the interior of Acadia National Park. Built by John D. Rockefeller Jr. so people could experience the park deliberately, they still deliver exactly that.

It’s peaceful, immersive riding—the kind that makes you forget how far you’ve gone until you stop.

DAY 6 The Park Loop Road and a Mountain Finish

Today’s ride traces Acadia’s dramatic coastline along the Park Loop Road, where the land drops sharply into the sea and the views keep pulling you toward the water.

Before reaching Jordan Pond, you’ll leave the Park Loop Road for a steady climb up Day Mountain— along the only Carriage Road with a mountaintop finish. From the summit, the Cranberry Islands spread out across the bay before you descend back toward the heart of the park.

Lunch at the Jordan Pond House affords the perfect opportunity to stretch your legs, refuel, and relax off your bike. Return to Bar Harbor via the Carriage Roads, relishing more car-free miles and wooded scenery.

DAY 7 One Last Ride, Your Way

Your final morning offers a choice.

If you want a gentle goodbye, ride more Carriage Roads on the Witch Hole Loop, passing beaver dams, quiet ponds, and stretches of road that feel tucked away from everything else.

If you’re craving one last challenge, ride roads from town to the summit of Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the eastern seaboard—where the coast stretches out in every direction and the week comes full circle.

However you choose to finish, you’ll leave knowing you didn’t rush this place.

  • Cycling Witch Hole Option: 8.3 miles | elevation gain 570 ft
  • Cycling Cadillac Option: 12.9 miles | elevation gain 1,566 ft
  • Meals: Breakfast

 

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What's Included

  • Six nights’ lodging
  • All lodging taxes and gratuities
  • 6 breakfasts
  • Detailed route notes and maps plus turn by turn navigation using the Ride with GPS app (no cellular data needed)
  • Daily Luggage Transfers
  • Emergency Support
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  • Hybrid or All Road Bike
  • Round Trip Ferry Rockland to Vinalhaven
  • Summer Feet Souvenirs – cycling water bottle and t-shirt (available in men’s & women’s fit)
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David Martz-Pedal the Coast
★★★★★

“We did the self-guided coastal tour and it was delightful. The routes were spot on and very scenic. The overnight stays were in wonderful places with lots of history and friendly owners. All of the Summer Feet employees we dealt with were friendly, personable, and knowledgeable and the whole experience exceeded our expectations! We will return.”

Bill Reese-Pedal the Coast
★★★★★

“You’ve created a wonderful trip – your attention to detail was impressive. We loved our trip.”

Marsha Walton-Pedal the Coast
★★★★★

Our Summer Feet cycle along the Maine coast was glorious. In early September, we had perfect weather. We cycled along breathtaking views. Then we caught our breath in quaint Maine towns and fishing villages. Each evening our luggage was waiting for us at a charming inn, where we were served breakfast before heading out the next morning. The Summer Feet staff were friendly and efficient. We will hope to plan another Summer Feet trip soon!

Marsha Walton-Pedal the Coast
★★★★★

Our Summer Feet cycle along the Maine coast was glorious. In early September, we had perfect weather. We cycled along breathtaking views. Then we caught our breath in quaint Maine towns and fishing villages. Each evening our luggage was waiting for us at a charming inn, where we were served breakfast before heading out the next morning. The Summer Feet staff were friendly and efficient. We will hope to plan another Summer Feet trip soon! Pedal The Coast

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