Potato
Deer Isle area · Casco Bay
- Trail —
- Size ~1 acres
- Coordinates 44.207° N, 68.558° W
- Owner Bureau of Parks and Lands
Description
Located to the east of nearby Sheep Island and Stinson Neck, Potato Island has a high topography and features a thin spruce forest that is in transition. Many mature trees have toppled leaving scattered dead wood interspersed with regeneration in the understory. A shell beach that extends west to an exposed ledge provides wonderful landing and swimming opportunities. Great picnic rocks rim the island.
Camping is allowed on the west side of island. Please use care when ascending the steep island banks to prevent erosion. A small path from the campsite leads to a nice outlook that offers views of Mount Desert Island and points east.
Details
Anchorage
No anchorage details available.
Guidelines
Up to 6 registered campers. Camping capacity 6 people.
Fires allowed only with state permit, call 207-827-1800 for permit information.
Pets allowed under strict owner control; leash pets or leave them at home to protect visitors and wildlife. Pack out all solid pet waste.
In recent years, eagles have been on-again, off-again nesters on Potato Island. If you observe nesting eagles on the island, please notify the MITA office and consider an alternate destination.