Swan Island is located in the Kennebec River in Richmond, just 20 minutes south of Augusta. There are nesting bald eagles, deer and waterfowl; 5 historic homes dating back to the 1700s; hiking, camping, kayaking, fishing, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, gorgeous scenery and great photo opps.See Swan Island Wildlife Management Area and all Richmond has to offer by arranging your trip with our Richmond trip itinerary builder website.
Accommodation Type:
State Parks & Forests Campground
Things To Do:
Architectual Landmark • Bicycling • Bird Watching • Camping • Canoeing & Kayaking • Fishing • Hiking Trails & Outfitters • Museum & Historic Site • Other • Other Outdoor Activity • State Park & Forest • Unique Natural Area • Wildlife Refuge & Reserve
Amenities:
Lakefront • Oceanfront • Tent Sites
Check out the VisitMaine.com listing:
http://www.visitmaine.com/organization/8497/swan_island_kennebec_river/
Fees:
$8 per person
$20 per campsite per night
$35 per boat rented per day or $10 per hour per boat
There are no fees for the use of the ferry, the tour truck, or the bikes!
Source
Swan Island Wildlife Management Area reviews
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My adult daughters and I were initially attracted to there being a "ghost town" nearby. We made reservations for the "ferry" to this state-managed island to see for ourselves. Just North of...
My adult daughters and I were initially attracted to there being a "ghost town" nearby. We made reservations for the "ferry" to this state-managed island to see for ourselves. Just North of... more »
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I've never been but I want to. Major Samuel Tubbs is my great x6 grand father and he built that house in 1806. My grandmother is Lucy Tubbs
I've never been but I want to. Major Samuel Tubbs is my great x6 grand father and he built that house in 1806. My grandmother is Lucy Tubbs more »
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