St. George, Maine
Home of Marshall Point Light
Overview
Key Facts
What St. George Is Known For
St. George Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in St. George
St. George offers a quiet, maritime lifestyle. It attracts artists, writers, and retirees, alongside a strong fishing community.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Cool and foggy mornings, sunny afternoons, 60-75°F
winter
Windy and raw, 20-35°F
spring
Slow to warm, 45-55°F
fall
Beautiful and clear, 50-60°F
Local Wildlife & Nature
How to Get There
Take Route 131 south from Thomaston all the way to the end.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
St. George outline
Outdoor Recreation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. George known for?
St. George is known for Marshall Point Lighthouse (featured in 'Forrest Gump'), the authentic fishing villages of Tenants Harbor and Port Clyde, and as the departure point for the Monhegan Boat Line to Monhegan Island.
How far is St. George from Rockland?
St. George is about 20 minutes from Rockland via Route 131 south from Thomaston. The peninsula town extends all the way to Port Clyde at its tip.
What activities are available in St. George?
St. George offers visiting Marshall Point Light and its keeper's house museum, kayaking Muscongus Bay's islands and protected coves, and catching the ferry to Monhegan Island from Port Clyde. Note that a fire on the night of 27 September 2023 destroyed the Port Clyde General Store and the Dip Net restaurant, both long-standing village institutions, and the operator's site still lists them as temporarily closed with harbour fuel and moorings unavailable. Port Kitchen, run by the same owners, serves breakfast and lunch on the dock Wednesday to Monday, 6am to 2:30pm, closed Tuesdays.