How do I visit Castine by boat?

Castine Harbor (44°23’N 68°48’W), at the entrance to the Bagaduce River, has ample depth and is easily entered. Dyce Head Light, 134 feet above the water, is on the north side of the entrance to the river. Pass close to the fairway bell buoy on either side and, keeping a reasonable distance offshore and south of the buoy marking Otter Rock Shoal, steer into the harbor on a midchannel course.

Town Dock floats are available from May 15th to October 15th and tie-up is limited to 2 hours between 9:00am and 5:00pm on a first-come, first-served basis. Overnight dockage is permitted and fees apply after 5:00pm. The per-night overnight dockage fee is $3/foot up to 80 feet of total length. The Acadia floats at the Castine Waterfront are designated for pick-up and drop-off only and now features an accessibility step with rails. Unattended boats will be moved at the owner’s expense.

Trash disposal is available at a cost of $2.00 per bag.  See a dock attendant for assistance.

Pump-out service is available (use at your own risk) at no cost July 1st through September 2nd from 8:00am to 5:00pm or by appointment with the Harbormaster May 1st through October 15th.

To reach the Harbormaster, call (207) 266-7711 during July & August or (207) 266-9392.

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Town Calendar

Monday, September 25
  • Curbside Trash Pick-up Monday, September 25  7:30 am - 8:30 am
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  • Witherle Fiber Arts Group Monday, September 25  10:00 am - 12:00 pm Witherle Memorial Libray

    FMI: Nick Berry 326-4375

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  • Castine Shawl Knitting Ministry Monday, September 25  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Trinitarian Congregational Parish

    The ministry meets in the vestry of the Trinitarian Congregational Parish of Castine on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 1 - 3 pm.

     

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  • Comprehensive Planning Committee Mtg Monday, September 25  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA

    Review of final drafts of chapters & assignment ofmissing elements

     

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Tuesday, September 26
  • Curbside Recycling Pick-up Tuesday, September 26  7:30 am - 8:30 am
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  • Planning Board Meeting Tuesday, September 26  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Emerson Hall, 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA

    To consider the following application(s):
    1. Michelle Robinson, 26 Water St. M21 L65, expand back wall bump out to provide enclosed entry to 3rd floor, and address rot in room at NE corner of 2nd floor.

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Wednesday, September 27
  • MMA NSMV Monthly Informational Mtg Wednesday, September 27  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA
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Thursday, September 28
  • Nomination Papers Deadline Thursday, September 28
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  • Public Informational Mtg Regarding Parking Thursday, September 28 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA

    A brainstorming session.
    Bring your thinking caps on and ideas!

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  • Comprehensive Planning Committee Mtg Thursday, September 28  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA

    Review of final drafts of chapters & assignment ofmissing elements

     

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  • Jazz Piano by Scott Cleveland Thursday, September 28  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pentagoet Inn & Wine Bar, 26 Main St, Castine, ME 04421, USA
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Monday, October 2
  • Curbside Trash Pick-up Monday, October 2  7:30 am - 8:30 am
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  • Witherle Fiber Arts Group Monday, October 2  10:00 am - 12:00 pm Witherle Memorial Libray

    FMI: Nick Berry 326-4375

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  • Selectboard Work Session Monday, October 2  2:30 pm - 4:00 pm 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA

    AGENDA:

     

    • Call to Order – Gordon MacArthur, Acting-Chair
    • Business:

    1.   Discussionswith David Barrett from Maine Municipal Association regarding Town Managersearch

    • Adjourn
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  • Selectboard/Assessors & Overseers of the Poor Mtg Monday, October 2  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA
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Tuesday, October 3
  • Curbside Recycling Pick-up Tuesday, October 3  7:30 am - 8:30 am
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  • CHPC Mtg Tuesday, October 3  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 67 Court St, Castine, ME 04421, USA

    Application deadline is Mon, 9/25.

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Wednesday, October 4
  • Town Office CLOSED - staff attending the Annual Maine Municipal Association Convention Wednesday, October 4

    Staff attending the Annual Maine Municipal Association Convention

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Thursday, October 5
  • Jazz Piano by Scott Cleveland Thursday, October 5  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pentagoet Inn & Wine Bar, 26 Main St, Castine, ME 04421, USA
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