E-bike tour of Boothbay Harbor: Artist studio, coastal views

Villard Studios, a hidden pond trail, and the Spruce Point coastline on one e-bike loop

A shared e-bike tour of Boothbay Harbor's rocky coast and spruce forests, limited to six riders, that starts at Villard Studios for an artist-led demonstration and studio tour, then follows an old Wawenock trail around Appalachee Pond and Linekin Bay to Spruce Point, with views of harbor islands and Burnt Island Lighthouse. The two-hour ride includes a Pedego e-bike fitted to your size, helmet, and bottled water. A live English-speaking guide leads the group.

Step-by-step itinerary

E-bike tour of Boothbay Harbor

• Visit Villard Studios for art demo
• Ride along old Wawenock Indian trail
• Cycle around Lobster Cove and Linekin Bay
• Tour forested Sprucewold and historic village
• Ride to Spruce Point coastline views
• View Burnt Island Lighthouse at Spruce Point Inn

The experience

Villard Studios is the last working studio from the 1901 Commonwealth Art Colony, and the tour opens there with Kim and Philippe Villard walking you through their work and demonstrating their practice. From the studio, the route follows an old Indian trail the Wawenock tribe used for centuries, skirting Appalachee Pond before the ride opens onto the coastline around Lobster Cove and Linekin Bay.

The e-bikes do the climbing. You steer and take in the route. The path carries you through forested Sprucewold, past the historic Sprucewold Lodge and a log cabin village, then out to the end of Spruce Point where the coastline hugs the water and the outer harbor spreads in front of you: harbor islands, lighthouses, and Burnt Island Lighthouse in clear view. The Spruce Point Inn, visible along the way, was a favorite stop for the Kennedy family and Ernest Hemingway. The group stays small at six riders, and the pace is built around the ride itself, not a rush between stops.

You'll need to ride a standard bike confidently. If it's been a while, a practice ride beforehand makes the difference. The tour runs two hours total. Bottled water is included, and you get 10% off another Mysterious Harbor Tours e-bike or walking tour if you book a second outing.

What’s included

• Pedego e-bike fitted to your size.
• bike helmet.
• bottled water.
• artist-led studio tour and demonstration at Villard Studios.
• live English-speaking guide for the full two-hour ride.
• 10% discount on another Mysterious Harbor Tours e-bike or walking tour.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 25 Sep 2027

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AgesAdult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 90 years) · Youth (16 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Mysterious Harbor Tours

Is this one for you?The tour starts at Villard Studios in Boothbay Harbor and loops back there, so you don't need a car to reach the starting point or arrange your own transport between stops. The small group of six and the e-bike motor mean the pace stays manageable even if you're not a regular cyclist, as long as you can ride a standard bike with confidence.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 years). Children under 16 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Villard Studios and what happens there during the tour?

Villard Studios is the last working studio of the 1901 Commonwealth Art Colony in Boothbay Harbor. The artists Kim and Philippe Villard lead a studio tour and give a live art demonstration, showing you their work and practice before the group heads out on the e-bikes.

How difficult is the riding, and do I need experience on an e-bike?

You need to ride a standard bike confidently, but no prior e-bike experience is necessary. The motor handles the hills. The tour requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. If you haven't ridden in a while, practicing once before the tour is recommended.

What old trail does the route follow, and where does it lead?

The route follows an old Wawenock trail (used for centuries by the Wawenock tribe) that runs alongside Appalachee Pond and then opens onto the coastline around Lobster Cove and Linekin Bay, ending at Spruce Point with views of the outer harbor and islands.

Will I see lighthouses on this tour?

Yes. The route out to Spruce Point provides views of Burnt Island Lighthouse and other lighthouses across the outer harbor and toward the harbor islands. There's time for photos at the end of Spruce Point.

What's included in the tour price, and what do I need to bring?

The tour includes a Pedego e-bike fitted to your height and weight, a helmet, bottled water, and a live English-speaking guide for the full two hours. You don't need to bring your own bike or gear.