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Review:
Jewell Island is another of Casco Bay’s many beautiful islands that can be easily explored on a daytrip out of Portland. The uninhabited island lies about 8 nautical miles from the mainland and is easily accessed by boat or even by kayak. You can anchor your boat in Cocktail Cove, which forms a natural harbor on the northwest shore of the island and provides easy access to the island’s hiking trails and Punchbowl Beach on the northeastern shore. The entire island is a great destination for hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and wildlife observation in a pristine setting. You can also spend some time exploring the crumbling military structures, which were used during both world wars. There are several campsites and toilets dotted around the island for overnight visitors.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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