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Route 1: Camden to Belfast, Midcoast, Maine
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Route 1: Camden to Belfast

US 1, Atlantic Highway · Camden → Belfast

Leisurely17.8 mi25 min1,100 ft climbHigh point ≈ 300 ftOne way
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The drive

This stretch of US 1 follows the coast of Penobscot Bay from Camden north to Belfast. It crosses the Ducktrap River in Lincolnville and the Little River in Northport, and it runs through Lincolnville, where the road passes the mainland terminal for the Maine State Ferry Service to Islesboro.

The curves are gentle. The drive leaves US 1 at the end and reaches downtown Belfast by Northport Avenue.

The Belfast area's chamber of commerce describes it as having historic downtowns, scenic hills and thriving waterfronts.

Along the way

  1. Camden
  2. Lincolnville Beach
  3. Belfast
Elevation
1,100 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 300 ft
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Curves
Mostly gentle curves
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Good to know

  • The ferry to Islesboro leaves from the Lincolnville terminal, the mainland end of the Maine State Ferry Service route.
  • For current work zones, check New England 511 before you go.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check New England 511: Maine road conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long does Route 1 from Camden to Belfast take?

Camden to Belfast on US 1 is 17.8 miles and takes about 25 minutes without stops.

Is Route 1 between Camden and Belfast twisty?

No. The drive is rated Leisurely, with mostly gentle curves along Penobscot Bay.

Where is the Islesboro ferry on Route 1?

The mainland terminal for the Maine State Ferry Service to Islesboro is in Lincolnville, on this stretch of US 1 between Camden and Belfast.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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