Wood
Penobscot area · Casco Bay
- Trail Trails on island
- Size ~2 acres
- Coordinates 44.43° N, 68.732° W
- Owner Privately owned
Description
Wood Island is located in the upper Bagaduce River, just east of the Narrows. Available for day use only, Wood is an excellent picnic destination when exploring the area. Camping is allowed on nearby Battle Island, owned by Maine Coast Heritage Trust.
Wood is the northern of the two islands east of Youngs. At low tide it is barred to the south to Hermit Island. The best landing on Wood is an all-tide gravel beach on the east side of the island. There is a trail rimming the perimeter of the island and a large glacial erratic within the forested interior. The southeast point consists of a mound of glacially deposited rock.
Hermit Island is home to nesting eagles, so visitors are asked to confine their activity to Wood. Both Wood and Hermit are protected by conservation easements held by Maine Coast Heritage Trust.
Details
Anchorage
Shallow water and currents surround Wood Island. Use caution when anchoring.
Amenities
Hiking trails
Guidelines
Camping is not permitted. Day use only
Open fires are not permitted. Fires not allowed.
Pets allowed under strict owner control. Pack out all solid pet waste.
Respect wildlife and nesting areas.