Great Wass Island
The Forgotten Island
State: Maine
County: Washington County
Founded: 1800s
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Fishing village
Great Wass Island was home to a small lobstering community. Most residents are gone, leaving cellar holes among the spruce forests and bogs. The island is now partly a Nature Conservancy preserve with rare arctic plants.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Moderate (hiking)
Time Needed: Half day
Quick Facts
- Rare arctic plants
- Former lobstering community
- Nature Conservancy preserve
Location
Address: Great Wass Island, ME
Coordinates: 44.4833, -67.6