Monhegan Island Plantation
Monhegan Island Plantation, National Natural Landmark island in Lincoln County, United States
Located 12 nautical miles from Maine's coast, Monhegan Island spans 0.9 square miles of land with high ocean cliffs and dense forest trails.
European settlers established a British fishing camp on the island before its incorporation as a plantation in 1839, marking the beginning of permanent settlement.
The Monhegan Museum of Art exhibits works from numerous American painters who found inspiration in the island's natural features since the 1850s.
Access to the island requires boat transportation from Boothbay Harbor, New Harbor, or Port Clyde, with no personal vehicles permitted on the island.
The local lobster conservation program restricts harvesting to winter months between October and June, ensuring sustainable fishing practices for future generations.
Location: Lincoln County
Inception: 1839
Elevation above the sea: 0 m
GPS coordinates: 43.76222,-69.32028
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:09
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