Islesboro, Coastal town in Waldo County, Maine, United States.
Islesboro is a town situated on a 14-mile-long island and several smaller islands in Penobscot Bay. The area is surrounded by water and displays natural coastal landscapes with exposed shorelines and open waters.
Settlement began in 1769 as Long Island Plantation and grew into a significant trading port. The 19th century brought the area's rise to operating the largest commercial shipping fleet in the bay.
The community draws seasonal visitors interested in boating and water activities throughout summer months. Local life revolves around maritime traditions and the connection people maintain with the surrounding waters.
The only road access is by the Margaret Chase Smith ferry, which operates daily from the mainland. Visitors should plan for travel time and the ferry accommodates both vehicles and pedestrians.
The town is home to one of only four island schools in Maine that serves students from the mainland. This school spans from kindergarten through high school and connects the island community with mainland families.
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