Lubec
Welcome to Lubec!
Settled in 1775, the 98 miles of shoreline access was later incorporated under the name of Lübeck, a resemblance of a town in Germany. Many of the first settlers to inhabit the area were Acadians fleeing British rule in the eastern provinces of Canada and local rebels who supported the war against Britain. Lubec is the Eastern city in the United States, and being a throw of a stone away, it found itself home to many fleeing Canadians.
Colonel John Allan was one of the first important settlers of Lubec, creating peace for both the influx of new United States Citizens and the members of the Passamaquoddy Tribe ( which means “pollock plenty place”). The early settlers built the foundation of what was to be a flourishing economy. The town began to grow from its humble beginnings to create a robust-raw-goods and produce economy. One of the first and earliest investments into the city was the initiative in 1820 to build a road to connect Machias to Lubec. This was a major catalyst to Lubecs ability to distribute their goods and cast a wider net on their available market. In the following years, Lubec saw an exponential rise in factories, mills, sardine packing mills, and et. In the early 1900s, there were 20 smokehouses in Lubec producing 50 to 60 thousand boxes of fish annually, bringing employment and prosperity to the town.
The population of Lubec rose to 3363 by 1910. Business flourished with drug stores, grocers, hotels, department stores, movie theaters, bowling alleys, shoe stores, and other retailers providing goods and services to those earning incomes from the factories. Support businesses also grew — sawmills that provided the shooks for wooden cases that held the cans ready for shipment; transporters; boat builders; suppliers of condiments; all of which offered employment opportunities. World War II pushed the factories and manufacturing to capacity as it had to provide for the Army and Navy. As the demand for their products took a severe downturn post-WWII, the overbuilt companies and industries declined. By 1976 there were only 2 factories left to operate and by September 2001, the last factory had closed its doors.
Today this tranquil city is only inhabited by a near 588 residents which make for the unique, charming, and unaffected character of the town. Surrounded by picturesque coastline hikes and 97 miles of coastline views, the charming ghost town is rocks throw away from Campobello Island in New Brunswick Canada, and a day’s drive away from Nova Scotia. With activities, affordable services, and amenities to welcome and satisfy visitors abroad, vacationing singles, couples, and families, Lubec is becoming a natural destination of choice for all who love the great outdoors and are looking for sustainable travel experiences. Lubec also caters to every intention of retaining its uniqueness, local businesses welcome and cater to a growing number of summer residents, new homeowners from ‘away’, and seasonal vacationers. There is an escalating potential for developmental growth because of its ocean access, beautiful scenes, and its proximity to Canada. Lubec (with Quoddy Head State Park and multiple public lands) and the surrounding area (with the Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Cobscook Bay State Park, and Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge) offer a variety of seasonal and year-round activities. if you crave sweeping views of rocky coastline and walking on quiet, forested, cliff-side paths, or prefer tiny, and tucked-away galleries, you’ll love this part of coastal Maine Those who take the time to find their way here, away from crowds and traffic, are richly rewarded with stunning vistas across land and water; tree- dense islands; an abundance of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and whales; and endless opportunities to hike, kayak, and stroll quaint, historic seaside towns. Artists, photographers, and writers find plenty of reasons for extended stays, lured by the dramatic, rugged landscape; skies filled with stars; and sense of tranquility and solitude. Lovers of the outdoors come for the hiking, bicycling, birdwatching, kayaking, and lighthouse exploring, all in an unspoiled setting where you’re likely to have a trail or cove all to yourself, even in the height of summer. If you are looking for your next vacation destination, a place to plant roots and settle down, or a place to work remotely, follow the link below to explore local Beds & Breakfasts, Inns, and motels
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Lubec, Maine