Ram
Boothbay area · Casco Bay
- Trail Trails on island
- Size ~9 acres
- Coordinates 43.868° N, 69.686° W
- Owner Isle of Springs Association
Description
Ram is a charming wooded island situated northwest of Isle of Springs on the Sheepscot River. Ram is used frequently by outfitters, camp groups, and members of the local community. There is a small sand bar on the northeast side that provides a protected spot to land either from the north or south. There are resident osprey at both ends of the island and excellent mid-tide seal viewing on ledges just to the north.
A spacious, well-established camping area with a fire ring and picnic tables can be found on the north side of the island. There is a guest mooring available off the north point of the island; a 50 lb mushroom with a depth of roughly 6 feet at low tide. There is good anchoring in this area as well.
Please do not use the private wharf on Sawyer Island (immediately east of Ram) for access; there is a public landing at the Knickercane Bridge on the Barters Island Road in Boothbay. Please respect local clam diggers who need to park here with trailers.
Details
Anchorage
In the small cove off the northern point of the island in mud with good holding. A mooring for small vessels is also available. Anchorage is also possible between Ram and Little Ram, but beware of rocks between the two islands.
Amenities
Hiking trails
Guidelines
Up to 12 registered campers. Camping capacity 12 people.
Fires allowed with permit in designated fire ring or below high tide line. Call 207-380-5635 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.
Osprey in residence; please do not visit the island until July 1.