It looks like a beautiful anomaly in the Kennebec River. Once beyond Watts Ledge, the coastline of Richmond Island grows in height and stature. During the crossing from East Point to Fort Point, pay close attention to the location of Seal Rocks, and the ledge at McKenney Point. As with most stone filled beaches in Maine, the rocks in Clam Cove are very slippery, so be extra careful when landing and launching. Richmond Island, or Richmond's Island, is an island off the coast of Cape Elizabeth in Cumberland County, Maine, in the United States. http://www.ramislandfarm.com/richmond-island, http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=44007, http://www.charts.noaa.gov/OnLineViewer/13290.shtml. Richmond Island is located off the southern coast of Cape Elizabeth, near the northeastern end of Saco Bay in the Gulf of Maine. Be extra cautious of the ledge at McKenney Point, because it tightly refracts waves that can easily trap you in a dubious rocky area. Got a great view of Swan Island when I was leaving Richmond to cross the bridge to West Dresden. Little Cove provides a couple of pocket beaches that you can land at, but be mindful of how slippery the seaweed is at lower tides. ... Bowdoin Center, Maine, United States 30 contributions 15 helpful votes. You must turn more than 90 degrees, so whatever wind, swell, and currents you’re accustomed to at this point in the journey will affect you quite differently once you change course. By the 1630s Pemaquid was the center of commercial activity on the New England coast. Footnotes. From here to Wood Island at the other end of Saco Bay is one of the most popular sport-fishing areas in the Northeast. The Sprague family owns and maintains the island and Ram Island Farm, which it connects to on the other side of the breakwater. The island is privately owned by the Sprague Corporation, through which permission to camp on the island can be arranged. They have a commercial launch right in the middle of the recreational area, and need their space. On a summer day with blue sky reflecting from the sea, it looks like a corner of the Caribbean. Marine mammals swim about as well; harbor porpoises, seals, and even Minke wales are commonly sited here. These areas provide a unique connection to the sea, shore, and wildlife. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the island and surrounding area. But note that this route will put you farther out onto the ocean. It’s easy to portage across this beach if the breakwater is too exposed to cross over. Zillow has 20 homes for sale in Richmond ME. Photo: Magicpiano, CC BY-SA 4.0. Williams, Thomas Saco, 1636/7. A portage either on Richmond Island or the mainland will be necessary. It is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area, situated at the head of Merrymeeting Bay. Richmond Island Tide Times, Tides Forecast, Fishing Time and Tide Charts Today - Cumberland County - Maine - United States 2020 It’s important to maintain some sort of range in addition to a compass bearing, to monitor your lateral movement. The Sprague Corporation welcomes visitors to the island. The island has no permanent occupants, and the only structures on it are a lodge, keeper's quarters, and boat dock, located on its northwestern shore. View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. Please contact us by phone or email during the winter. If the wind blows out of the east or southeast, which is more common in foul weather or outside of summer, you’re probably better off moving counter clockwise around the island. One fundamental skill that is essential for sea kayaking is the ability to rescue someone (including yourself) from a capsize. The island has no permanent occupants, and the only structures on it are a lodge, keeper's quarters, and boat dock, located on its northwestern shore. While crossing from either Fort Point, or McKenney Point, to East Point on Richmond Island, pay attention to the influence of tidal currents and wind. Heading in this direction, there’s a prominent Swiss style house right atop McKenney Point that makes an excellent target for a bearing. B. Russell, 57 Cornhill, Boston 1886. A few prominent paths lead into the island from the upper areas of these beaches, and you can follow them if you would like to explore the island on foot. Baxter, (Trelawny Papers, 328) calls John Edgecomb "the supposed grand- son of Nicholas Edgecomb", who was in Trelawny's emply at Rich- mond's Island. Richmond is a town in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States. Loons, eider ducks, and plovers are just a few examples. Once you find a good parking spot and unload your gear, the tide level will help you determine the exact location to place your boat in the water, During the launch process, be extra courteous toward the busy local fishermen and women. Research into the history of Maine and the European settlement of northern New England includes a wealth of information relating to the part played by Richmond Island. For this trip description, we will navigate the island clockwise from Fort Point. Richmond is a town in Washington County, Rhode Island The population was 7, 708 at the 2010 census. Here, the shoreline of Richmond Island lowers, carpeted with grazing fields. Wilkinson, John Richmond Island, 1633, Saco, 1641. Richmond Island information: http://www.ramislandfarm.com/richmond-islandLocal marine conditions: http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=44007Local NOAA Chart (online viewing only): http://www.charts.noaa.gov/OnLineViewer/13290.shtml. You will need to email John Greene, at John.Greene@blackpointcorporation.com, if you would like to land on the island, even if you intend to remain below the high tide line). But unlike the other beaches of Richmond Island, it’s often busy with visitors, because it’s much more assessable. It can be extremely difficult to re-enter a kayak in cold and turbulent water. Fishing and trading colonies appeared at Damariscove in 1622, Piscataqua, Cape Newagen, and Monhegan in 1623; Pejepscot in 1625-1630, and Richmond Island in 1628. Western Head is an impressive hunk of granite, beaten by the sea for ten thousand years. A more protected stretch of water connects West Ledge to the breakwater. It’s connected to the mainland at low tide by a crude breakwater. Popular history tells the story of Pilgrims and Puritans arriving as tight-knit groups to face the challenge of founding new colonies. Closest tide station: Portland Head Light, Maine: 6 mi: West Ledge is steep and uncomplicated, and navigating around it is more straightforward than the other ledges of Seal Cove. 2. [2] The island's name honors Ludovic Stewart, 2nd Duke of Lennox and 1st Duke of Richmond. If you can document that your ancestor resided in, or owned a business or land in Maine between 1604-1652, we welcome your application and will gladly add your ancestor to this list. Paddling in Maine often involves following sections of “bold” coastline. Richmond is the departure point for state boat service to Swan Island, site of the Steve Powell Refuge and Wildlife Management Area. The USGS (U.S. Geological Survey) publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the U.S. called US Topo that are separated into rectangular quadrants that are printed at 22.75"x29" or larger. [5], U.S. National Register of Historic Places, Ludovic Stewart, 2nd Duke of Lennox and 1st Duke of Richmond, National Register of Historic Places listings in Cumberland County, Maine, U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Richmond Island, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Richmond_Island&oldid=960462934, Archaeological sites on the National Register of Historic Places in Maine, National Register of Historic Places in Cumberland County, Maine, Articles using NRISref without a reference number, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 3 June 2020, at 03:14. The crossing from Fort Point to the East Point on Richmond Island begins in a mooring field of lobster fishing boats. It is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. In a typical summer southwesterly breeze, it’s generally advisable to navigate the island clockwise, or into the wind while at sea, and then downwind through Seal Cove. The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife had long been interested in purchasing land in the Merrymeeting Bay area because of its waterfowl Once your gear is loaded, go get some ice cream! One local paddler described going into the surf here as a “rock mission”. There are rarely large waves breaking along Crescent Beach because it’s so well protected by Richmond Island and Seal Rocks. But a little tuft of vegetation still clings its summit. The population was 3,298 at the 2000 census. At high tide in calm seas, you can pass between Watts Ledge and Watts Point without any hassle. It was a blur of foam and bracing. The island is 226 acres (91 ha) in size. 18 October 2020 at 16:00-18:00: Partly cloudy, Temperature 12, 0 mm, Gentle breeze, 4 m/s from south-southeast Concerning the relation of John Edgecomb and other heirs of Nicholas Edgecomb to the Edgecombs of Mount Edgecomb, Access by canoe or our passenger ferry across the Kennebec River to your remote getaway... close to home. In 1631 Robert Trelawney, an English merchant, was granted a patent for land in the area,[4] and he sent John Winter to establish a permanent fishing station on the island. These long veins of granite are some of the oldest rocks on Earth, originally forged in the mid-Atlantic rift and then transported 1,500 miles through tectonic plate movements. Sign up with your email address to receive Portland Paddle news, updates, and special offers! It’s connected to the mainland at low tide by a crude breakwater. If in doubt, a wise paddler will navigate around the ledge on the seaward side, and give a wide berth to the rocks. From 1633 to 1643 Winter, with a crew of about 40 men, operated the station, building a substantial house, and engaging in agriculture on the land. You feel so far away - secluded. To complete a proper circumnavigation, continue along the north coastline of Richmond Island up to East Point, and then cross back to Fort Point. at Richmond's Island, Maine. The island was the site of the first European settlement in the Greater Portland area; a trading post founded in 1628. Willing, Roger Richmond Island, 1635. Looking out to the southwest, you’ll see Saco Bay, and the long line of sand creating Old Orchard Beach, with Wood Island Lighthouse flashing at the southern point. From Western Head to West Ledge is a continuous bold coastline that is quite staggering in beauty, capped with tall trees. There are trails that lead into the island from Clam Cove, but if you plan to spend a significant amount of time exploring, you’re better off landing at one of the beaches in Little Cove on the other side of the island, because should the weather or sea conditions change, from the north side you’ll be able to paddle back to the mainland in the protection of Seal Cove. An Island in Time, Swan Island is located in the Kennebec River in Richmond, just 20 minutes south of Augusta and 45 minutes north of Portland. Termination of Swan Island as an active community came in 1936 when the Richmond-Swan Island-Dresden ferry service closed down. Thank Michele K . But wait until after you paddle! When embarking on the initial crossing, either head directly toward East Point on Richmond Island, or hug the mainland to McKenney Point, and then cross. Richmond Island, or Richmond's Island, is an island off the coast of Cape Elizabeth in Cumberland County, Maine, in the United States. Can you spot how they might be different to where you live today? Title: John Winter invoices, Richmond Island, 1634 Creation Date: 1634-06-18 Subject Date: 1634 Local Name: Richmond Island Town: Cape Elizabeth County: Cumberland State: ME Media: Ink on paper Local Code: Coll. Another option for crossing back to Fort Point from Richmond Island is to paddle from Little Cove to Crescent Beach, pass on the west side of Seal Rocks, and then follow Crescent Beach. Swell breaks over McKenney Point, Photo: Joe Guglielmetti. Yes, you will want to stop for ice cream at Kettle Cove Creamery, which you pass by on your way in. The island was the site of the first European settlement in the Greater Portland area; a trading post founded in 1628. This is why we encourage inexperienced paddlers to take our lessons or join our guided trips before venturing out on their own. It was built in 1898 on an island near Marrtown on the river and was automated in 1959. Richmond Island is an impressive slab of land creating the southernmost point of Cape Elizabeth. This is a great spot to have a packed lunch. As with your crossing on the way out, take a bearing and maintain a range to ensure you stay on course. Although just one of the pocket beaches in this area is named Kettle Cove, most locals refer to the whole area with that name. Swans Island is an escape for any family wanting to spend a day out in nature.. Start the day with a visit to the 6 standing historic buildings that date back to the 1700s (that's a pretty long time ago!). If paddling along the beach, be mindful of swimmers, and respect that the beach is part of a Crescent Beach State Park, which has an entry fee. It contains the villages of Alton, Arcadia, Barberville Port Richmond is a neighborhood situated on the North Shore of Staten Island a borough of New York City. Pretty soon after leaving the mainland, you’ll feel the open ocean air, and see the western edge of Two Lights State Park to the east, which is the beginning of about a mile of beautiful bold coastline that you can explore another time (and you should!). The 226-acre island off the coast of Cape Elizabeth has been the site of native American habitation dating back thousands of years and English fisherman settled here in the 1630’s. The island is privately owned by the Sprague Corporation, through which permission to camp on the island can be arranged. TRIP LENGTH: 4 Nautical MilesHIGHLIGHTS: Experiencing the bold coast of Cape ElizabethDEPART FROM: Fort Point (Kettle Cove)WATCH OUT FOR: Breaking waves at McKenney Point, Watts Ledge, and Seal Rocks, swell/waves reflecting off of cliffs, exposure to the open ocean, busy lobster fishing boats, jumping fish, dangerous quantities of ice cream nearby. We are a seasonal business that operates from May to October. Monday, January 18th. Historic Swan Island in Downtown Richmond, Maine 2019 Informational Brochure 2019 Events Swan Island, at the head of Merrymeeting Bay, welcomes hikers, campers, birders and explorers to its shores for an unforgettable Maine experience. Rockport, Maine – Featured in the Holiday Issue of Down East Magazine December 11, 2020 | BY LANDVEST Corporate Headquarters Ten Post Office … People began leaving the island rapidly after this occurrence. Town Office Closed. Once you’re inside this break zone, it can be really tough to punch back out. The last ice age chopped and compressed them, and then thousands of years of waves and polished them. Sign up for our "Rescue Clinic" to learn these rescue skills. Even on a relatively calm day, swell breaks along Seal Rocks, and the ledge running out from McKenney Point. That word describes areas where the shore is rocky, steep, and exposed. (UPDATE 6/1/2019: The family no longer allows public access to the island without permission. A vivid white sand beach appears to the east. An in-depth look at its history will be included here in the near future. The family is open to the community enjoying the space provided that visitors treat it respectfully and remain on the island’s perimeter. If at this point you don’t feel comfortable heading out and around Richmond Island, you can follow the north shore of the island past Little Cove to the beach at the breakwater, and then make an inner loop of Seal Cove following Crescent Beach. Get Richmond Island, Cumberland County's latest tide tables showing high tide and low tide heights, fishing times, weather forecasts, surf reports and solunar charts for today. Richmond Island’s coastline includes bright white sands, round stone beaches, and tall cliffs. It was a unique way to safely explore the coast of Maine. There are nesting bald eagles, deer and waterfowl; 5 historic homes dating back to the 1700s; hiking, camping, canoe rentals and various events. Richmond Island is an impressive slab of land creating the southernmost point of Cape Elizabeth. Coastal Maine/NH Fishing . You’ll probably find some cool lobster buoys washed up in the corners of the cove. This is a true bold cost, and it will likely make you feel small, but that is the beautiful feeling you’ve been searching for! Richmond Island is covered by the Cape Elizabeth, ME US Topo Map quadrant A NOTE ABOUT SAFETY: Sea kayaking responsibly on Maine's coastal waters requires preparation, skills and knowledge. [1], Richmond Island is located off the southern coast of Cape Elizabeth, near the northeastern end of Saco Bay in the Gulf of Maine. Pines cover part of the island, and the rest is rolling fields spotted with sheep. Swell and wind waves reflect off the cliffs, often creating an irregular sea rhythm, and assuring that some waves will grow twice the height of the average seas. At low tide, or in seas greater than 2.5 feet, passing between the ledge and island requires a discerning eye, and familiarity paddling in surf. Search Tides and Currents HistoryPointer: National Historic Register SkunkTracker for macOS SkunkTracker for iOS. At mid-tide or lower, you probably can’t safely paddle over the breakwater. Tales of their tribulations usually revolve around relationships with local tribes. (More on Richmond Island History.) Anyone who paddles in the exposed waters of Casco Bay without this knowledge (or someone else who has that knowledge) is taking an extremely high risk. When determining which way to circumnavigate the island, important factors to consider are tide and wind. [4], The island's first known settler was Walter Bagnall, who operated a fishing station from 1627 to 1631, the year of his death at the hands of local Native Americans. Richmond, the most northerly town of Sagadahoc County, is situated on the west bank of the Kennebec River, 17 miles south of Augusta and 12 miles north of Bath by water. Richmond Island, Maine 43.5450° N, 70.2383° W 2020-11-18 Wed 6:39 AM EST Sunrise 2020-11-18 Wed 6:43 AM EST -0.2 feet Low Tide 2020-11-18 Wed 10:33 AM EST Moonrise 2020-11-18 Wed 12:58 PM EST 11.0 feet High Tide 2020-11-18 Wed 4:12 PM EST Sunset 2020-11-18 Wed 7:24 PM EST Moonset 2020-11-18 Wed 7:27 PM EST -1.3 feet Low Tide 2020-11-19 Thu 1:45 AM EST 9.4 feet High Tide 2020-11 … Sometimes they thoroughly frighten a paddler! Mussel Cove separates Western Head from Richmond Island, and you can pass through in calm conditions at mid-tide or higher. The island's name honors Ludovic Stewart, 2nd Duke of Lennox and 1st Duke of Richmond. State of Maine By Geo. Use this relief map to navigate to tide stations, surf breaks and cities that are in the area of Richmond Island, Maine. Published by B. Although most of Maine’s bold coastline runs north of Portland, there are a few sections to the south that are relatively easy to access and explore. Search land for sale in Richmond ME. Date of experience: July 2017. The island is 226 acres (91 ha) in size. There are almost always interesting seabirds near the south side of Richmond Island. Richmond Island Sign in to follow this Richmond Island is situated 3300 feet east of Richmond Island Harbor. Ask Michele K about Portland Paddle. You may see sheep and goats here mowing the grass to a neat height. Richmond Island tide chart key: The tide chart above shows the height and times of high tide and low tide for Richmond Island, Maine. Swan Island, at the head of Merrymeeting Bay, welcomes hikers, campers, birders, wildlife watchers, and explorers to its shores for an unforgettable Maine experience. Richmond Island, or Richmond's Island, is an island off the coast of Cape Elizabeth in Cumberland County, Maine, in the United States. 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