Rockwood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rockwood which includes a pebble beach, general coastal views and boating
Rockwood showing signage
Rockwood showing forest scenes and autumn colours
Rockwood featuring a small town or village
Rockwood featuring autumn leaves and a coastal town

Enjoy easy access to Mount Kineo and endless outdoor entertainment in this small village located on the western shore of Moosehead Lake.

With Rockwood as a base, discover the wild beauty of Moosehead Lake. Choose from a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking in summer to skiing down the slopes of nearby mountains in winter.

Rookwood dominates the western shore of Moosehead Lake, one of Maine’s biggest lakes. Situated on a craggy peninsula on the lake, Mount Kineo is only accessible only by water and features 700-foot (213-metre) high cliffs. Climb to the top of Mount Kineo for fantastic views of the lake. To get here from the mainland, use the public boat launch at Rockwood.

Trek along the hiking trails on Mount Kineo. All routes lead to the mountain’s summit, but offer different scenery and vary in difficulty level. The Indian Trail is the shortest but also the steepest and offers stunning views, while the Bridle Trail is the easiest. At just over 4 miles (6 kilometres), the North Trail is the longest.

Cast your line into Moosehead Lake and try to catch salmon and brook trout, among other species. Moose River, meanwhile, is the go-to spot for fly fishers. Rent a canoe or kayak and paddle downstream. In summer, go tubing or swimming.

Don’t let winter weather stop you from having fun. Go snowshoeing and cross-country skiing through the wilderness, or hit the slopes at nearby Squaw Mountain for downhill thrills. Try out snowmobiling or ice fishing on Moosehead Lake.

As you explore Rockwood and the surrounding regions, be ready to spot local wildlife. Bears, eagles, deer and, of course, moose all roam here. May and June are the best months to visit for moose sightings.

When you need a break from the great outdoors, Rockwood has all the basic amenities you might need, from small shops and restaurants serving hearty meals to friendly accommodation. Make this lakeside town your base for a trip out into Maine’s wild outdoors.

Kineo View Lodge

Kineo View Lodge

2.5 out of 5
50 Overlook Drive, Greenville, ME
The price is ฿4,638 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,638
฿5,055 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Greenville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (266 reviews)
"The staff are always pleasant the rooms are always clean .I will always stay at Kineo View motel .Thank you"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Kineo View Lodge
Moose Mountain inn

Moose Mountain inn

3 out of 5
314 Rockwood Rd., Greenville Junction, ME
The price is ฿6,676 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿6,676
฿7,277 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Greenville Junction. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (434 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay. Room was comfortable."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Moose Mountain inn
Unity Sky Lodge

Unity Sky Lodge

3 out of 5
2 Sky Lodge Drive, Moose River, Jackman, ME
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Jackman. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and minibars. Popular attractions Moose River and Big Wood Lake are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (19 reviews)
This hotel left us high and dry, satay away!
"I checked in at 6pm on Aug 20th, the hotel office building was dark with a “closed” sign hanging in the front. I then called the office and surprisingly I could neither talk to anyone nor leave a voicemail because the mail box was full. It was upsetting that this hotel completely disregarded their ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2022

Unity Sky Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nautical Mile

Nautical Mile

2.5 out of 5
1072 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Wells Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
"We liked it"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Nautical Mile
Elmwood Resort Hotel

Elmwood Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
1351 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (370 reviews)
"Excellent, modest resort. We stayed in a one-bedroom suite that had all the amenities we needed. Everything in the suite and the property was clean and well-maintained. there is a nice lawn area with gas fire-pits where they often have movies or live music, but some nights it is just the fire-pits ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Elmwood Resort Hotel
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

3 out of 5
318 Maine 3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center ...
7.2/10 Good! (70 reviews)
"Bed comfortable,clean, kitchen well stocked. Living room furniturn not comfortable Dining table should be in living room ! Very close to Acadia and Bar Harbor Overall we enjoyed our stay !"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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