island in Cumberland County, Maine, United States
Great Diamond Island is an island located in Casco Bay in Maine and part of the city of Portland.
Get in
editThere are several water taxis available near the Ferry Terminal.
- Casco Bay Lines, 56 Commercial St, Portland, ME (ferry terminal), ☏ +1 207 774-7871, fax: +1 207 774-7875, info@cascobaylines.com. Ferry to all the major islands.
Get around
editThere are no cars on the island. Most people get around using golf carts or walking.
See
edit- Fort McKinley Museum. Displays of relics from the fort that was located on the island from Spanish-American War through the end of World War II.
Do
editOutdoor activities include kayaking around the island.
Buy
edit- Diamond Cove General Store, ☏ +1 207 766-3087. Offers convenience items, sandwiches, hot foods and fresh lobster.
Eat
edit- Diamond`s Edge Restaurant, ☏ +1 207 766-5850, fax: +1 207 766-2990, diamondsedge@gwi.net. Short walk from Diamond Cove., 5-Star Fine dining in an island setting. Take the ferry to Diamond Cove.
Drink
editSleep
edit- Great Diamond Rentals. Vacation rentals available on the island.