Getting to the island.

There are multiple boat charter’s available from Rockland to Matinicus.

Captain George Tarkleson - The Robin R. boat capacity 16; trips on demand, check link below for schedule

Captain Orris Scribner - Vern boat capacity 6 Contact: 340-201-6062 | Inconceivableci@gmail.com; trips on demand

Captain Buzz Scott - Hurry Sundown boat capacity 6 Contact: 207-620-6037 | buzz@oceanswide.org; trips M, W & F

The Charter Boat has limited capacity so be sure to book your boat trip at the same time as making your lodging reservations

The Maine State Ferry departs from Rockland and offers four trips a month during peak season. The ferry takes just over 2 hours, but is the most reliable form of transportation to Matinicus. Only major storms will cancel ferry services. Note: you must be able to carry all your belongings onto the ferry in one trip, or find someone boarding with a car who can help carry your load!

Penobscot Air provides air taxi services to Matinicus Island on your schedule. Flights depart from Knox County Region Airport and take about 15 minutes from take off to landing. The pilots fly The Cessna 206 and 207 which can carry between 4-6 passengers and a substantial amount of gear. If you need anything while you’re on the island you can arrange to have it flown out via their daily mail service to the island.