Eagle Island Tours

Welcome to Eagle Island Maine ~ Video

Eagle Island, the former summer home of Admiral Robert E. Peary and his family, is a Maine State Park and Registered National Historic Landmark!

Our tour offers a glimpse into the fascinating life of Admiral Robert E. Peary, known for his extensive explorations to the North Pole. Our tour begins in the working harbor of South Freeport, Maine. We’ll wind our way through the beautiful islands of Casco Bay, past seals, lobster buoys, and view the lobstermen as they haul traps in Broad Sound. Our destination, Eagle Island is a water access only State Park, and a must see for anyone who enjoys coastal Maine. Time: 3.5 hours, plus 15 minute shuttle each way from downtown Freeport.

For more information about Eagle Island and the Peary family please visit the web site for Friends of Peary’s Eagle Island, and The Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum located at Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME.

Tours offered Friday – Monday 9:30-1*

NOTE: Eagle Island is open from June 15th and closes the day after Labor Day

Please note : Eagle Island does not meet ADA standards and is not accessible to mobility impaired people. 

Adults: $50, Children: $35, Children under 2 free. Prices do not include admission to the State Park – this fee will be added. Tours operate Friday – Monday, June 15th and closes Labor day.

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 *Subject to change

PARKING:

Due to limited parking at the town wharf (our launch site), it is recommended that customers meet the tour staff in downtown Freeport, 1⁄2 hour prior to trip departure, and be shuttled by our complimentary passenger van to the harbor. The meeting location is at the designated bus pick-up area in front of Coffee By Design on the corner of Main Street and Bow Street.

NOTE: Our shuttle for the SATURDAY ONLY Oyster Farm Tours will pick you up in front of the South Freeport Village Store – 97 South Freeport Road [NOT] in downtown Freeport by Coffee By Design like our other tours.

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour!

Paid parking is also available, on a limited basis, at Brewer South Freeport Marine. Contact Brewer Marine at (207) 865-3181 for more information.