Belfast
is located in the heart of Maine's central coast, and in 1996 received a Gemmy award as one of America's premier destinations. It's easy to see why. Belfast is nestled along the rocky shoreline and rolling countryside in Waldo county, near picturesque Penobscot Bay. Once a shipbuilding center, Belfast today is a mix of old-fashioned redbrick Victorian architecture, lively waterfront, and affordable lodging and dining. Shopping in Belfast is an eclectic mix of unique boutiques, antique shops, thrift shops and other family run businesses offering one-of-a-kind gifts and collectibles. Belfast is also known for their exceptional art galleries and crafts shops. For a relaxing afternoon, you can drive the countryside and watch farmers planting their crops, or stroll the docks and watch fishermen unload their traps. Nearby Moose Point State Park is ideal for hikes and picnics overlooking Penobscot Bay, and other outdoor recreation includes biking, swimming, kayaking, fishing and golf. In wintertime, many come here for ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Other points of interest in Belfast are the Penobscot Marine Museum, the Kelmscott Farm, Belfast Maskers and the Gafia Yacht Charters where you can take a three-hour cruise and either take part in the actual sailing, or sit back and enjoy the ride. All of this and more is what makes Belfast on the central coast of Maine a popular tourist destination.
Surrounding areas: Searsport, Maine (5.1 mi), Northport, Maine (6.6 mi), Lincolnville, Maine (9.1 mi), Islesboro, Maine (9.6 mi), Stockton Springs, Maine (9.8 mi), Castine, Maine (10.8 mi), Liberty, Maine (14.6 mi)
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Belfast Vacation Rentals
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Belfast Weather & Climate
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The Central Coast of Maine, near Penobscot Bay, has a mild climate with an average annual snowfall of 59 inches and average annual rainfall of 48 inches. Generally summers are mild with temperatures rarely going above 80 degrees. Expect cool weather on most summer nights, especially along the coast where sea breezes can feel quite cool. The humidity level is usually of no consequence due to the mild temperatures. Winters in Maine are cold but not frigid. Snow melts frequently along the coast - winter enthusiasts will find more snow on the ground for longer periods of time inland. Ice storms are regular in winter and early spring, and rain is frequent in every month. Fog is common during Jun, Jul and Aug.
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| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
31°F |
10°F |
4.06 in. |
38°F |
| February |
33°F |
12°F |
3.01 in. |
36°F |
| March |
42°F |
22°F |
4.38 in. |
38°F |
| April |
52°F |
32°F |
4.45 in. |
43°F |
| May |
64°F |
42°F |
4.18 in. |
49°F |
| June |
73°F |
51°F |
3.88 in. |
55°F |
| July |
79°F |
57°F |
3.20 in. |
59°F |
| August |
77°F |
55°F |
3.01 in. |
62°F |
| September |
69°F |
48°F |
4.10 in. |
57°F |
| October |
58°F |
38°F |
4.33 in. |
54°F |
| November |
46°F |
30°F |
4.74 in. |
52°F |
| December |
35°F |
17°F |
4.31 in. |
44°F |
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Belfast Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Knox County Regional airport (RKD) located about 25 miles south of Belfast in Rockland, Maine, the Bangor International airport (BGR) located approximately 27 miles northeast of Belfast in Bangor, Maine, the Hancock County Bar Harbor airport (BHB) located roughly 32 miles east of Belfast in Bar Harbor, Maine, the Waterville Robert Lafleur airport (WVL) located around 33 miles west of Belfast in Waterville, Maine, the Augusta State airport (AUG) located about 39 miles west of Belfast in Augusta, Maine, and finally the Auburn Lewiston Municipal airport (LEW) located approximately 68 miles west of Belfast in Auburn / Lewiston, Maine.
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Belfast Attractions
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| | | Water Parks |
| Odyssey Water Park | Trenton | ME | 31.7 mi. | | | Aquaboggan Water Slide | Saco | ME | 95.8 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Searsport Pines Golf Course | Searsport | ME | 5.1 mi. | | | Northport Golf Club | Northport | ME | 6.6 mi. | | | Country View Golf Club | Brooks | ME | 10.1 mi. | | | Castine Golf Club | Castine | ME | 10.5 mi. | | | Goose River Golf Club | Rockport | ME | 17.3 mi. | | | Bucksport Golf Club | Bucksport | ME | 17.5 mi. | | | Island Country Club | Sunset | ME | 22.0 mi. | | | Hampden Country Club | Hampden | ME | 22.5 mi. | | | Rockland Golf Club | Rockland | ME | 22.5 mi. | | | Pine Hill Golf Club | Brewer | ME | 26.0 mi. | | | Lakeview Golf Course | Burnham | ME | 27.2 mi. | | | Bangor Municipal Golf Course | Bangor | ME | 27.3 mi. | | | Felt Brook Golf Center | Holden | ME | 28.0 mi. | | | Lucerne Hills Golf Club | East Holden | ME | 28.0 mi. | | | White Birches Country Club | Ellsworth | ME | 28.3 mi. | | | Hermon Meadow Golf Club & Training Center | Bangor | ME | 28.9 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Camden Snowbowl | Camden | ME | 15.2 mi. | | | Sugarloaf USA | Kingfield | ME | 67.2 mi. | | | Black Mountain | Rumford | ME | 76.5 mi. | | | Big Squaw | Greenville | ME | 76.9 mi. | | | Mount Abram | Locke Mills | ME | 83.6 mi. | | | Sunday River | Bethel | ME | 87.9 mi. | | | Shawnee Peak | Bridgton | ME | 88.1 mi. | | | Saddleback | Rangeley | ME | 88.5 mi. | | | Wildcat Mountain | Jackson | NH | 109.2 mi. | | | Balsams Wilderness | Dixville Notch | NH | 117.0 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Moose Point State Park | | ME | 3.6 mi. | | | Camden Hills State Park | | ME | 10.1 mi. | | | Fort Point State Park | | ME | 10.2 mi. | | | Lake Saint George State Park | | ME | 16.8 mi. | | | Owls Head State Park | | ME | 23.3 mi. | | | Damariscotta Lake State Park | | ME | 27.1 mi. | | | Lamoine State Park | | ME | 35.7 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Farnsworth Art Museum | Rockland | ME | 22.8 mi. | (Art) | | L.C. Bates Museum | Hinckley | ME | 35.5 mi. | (Multidisciplinary) |
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