Camden is great to explore on foot with its shops, restaurants, and galleries on Main St and around the harbor. Chestnut St and other residential areas are quite charming and filled with gorgeous old period Federal, Greek Revival or Victorian houses.
Walking maps can be found at the Chamber of Commerce:
2 Public Landing
Camden
Tel: (800) 223 5459 / (207) 236 4404
Kayaking around Camden Harbor or from Rockport to Camden is a wonderful way to discover hidden coves, island estates or quaint lighthouses. Megunticook Lake is a great place to enjoy a leisurely paddle or to go swimming in clear fresh water.
Pitcher Pond is a wonderful and unspoiled 3 miles long lake, only 20 min drive from Camden. It is surrounded by wooden land offering great hiking opportunities.
Camden Hills State Park, located less than 2 miles north of Camden on Rt 1, features 30 miles of hiking trails. The signature location – top of Mt. Battie – can be reached by foot (about 1 hr up) or by car. The sweeping views of Camden, Penobscot Bay and the surrounding islands are absolutely spectacular and no visit to Camden is complete without a walk or hike up Mt. Battie. Another popular and moderate hike is Mt. Megunticook, the highest of the Camden hills. The park offers other well-mapped trails.
Tel: (207) 236 3109