• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Food Fun & Faraway Places
  • Start Here
  • Food & Drink
    • Breakfast
    • Appetizers
    • Cocktails
    • Entrees
    • Dessert
    • Weight Watchers Recipes
  • Destinations
    • Florida
    • North America
    • South America
    • Europe
    • Middle East
    • Asia
    • Cruises
  • Work with Us!
  • Navigation Menu: Social Icons

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Start Here
  • Food
    • Breakfast
    • Entrees
    • Appetizers
    • Dessert
  • Fun
  • Faraway Places
  • Work with Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Start Here
    • Food
      • Breakfast
      • Entrees
      • Appetizers
      • Dessert
    • Fun
    • Faraway Places
    • Work with Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Travel » North America

    Lobster Bake at Warren Island State Park

    Published: Aug 30, 2017 · Modified: Mar 11, 2021 by Kelly Stilwell · This post may contain affiliate links Leave a Comment

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoyed the bounty.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoyed the bounty.

    This was without question my kid's favorite part of the entire trip. They love exploring the woods and had heard there were some cool things to see...if you could find them. My girls love a challenge!

    Lobster Bake at Warren Island State Park

    Captain Jon took us in groups over to the island in the yawl boat as it was too shallow for the schooner.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    Once there, we just walked up the ramp and across the bridge.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    Warren Island State Park is located on Penobscot Bay in Lincolnville, Maine. The park was acquired by the people of the State of Maine as a gift from the Town of Islesboro in 1959.

    The 70-acre island was the first State Park in Maine developed exclusively for boaters. You can't catch a ferry to the island, and you won't find a phone.

    Your cell phone will probably not work either. Warren Island State Park is the perfect place to disconnect. I can't imagine how gorgeous the fall foliage would be here!

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    Warren Island State Park

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    You'll find twelve campsites and three Adirondack shelters for accommodations. You can rent a sheltered pavilion for a group, which is what the J & E Riggin did for us. 

    We were given plenty of time to explore the beautiful forests of the park. A number of families had set up campgrounds along the walking trail. The island seemed to be a very popular camping spot.

    The trail stretched all the way around the island, leading to the beautiful beaches located on either end. My daughters were told to keep an eye out for sea glass, and we even brought some home with us. 

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    The natural beauty of Warren State Park was really special, with many odd landmarks to mark your hiking progress. My daughters found ship parts and old poles strewn along the shores. 

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    They were able to walk through the ruins of a demolished home belonging to one of the island’s early inhabitants. Historical records show at least six families lived on Warren Island in the 19th century.

    They even stumbled upon a pair of graves during their hike.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    There is no record of a Thomas family living on the island, though there are stories that it's the final resting place of a woman and her child. According to the headstone, Mrs. Zilica was only 22 when she died.

    We had been told the out-of-place burial ground was part of a local mystery. The headstones dated back all the way to the mid-1800s.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    Either way, there is a lot of history on the island.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    Lobster Bake

    Though my daughters will remember our time on Warren Island as one of the most interesting hikes they've ever taken, my favorite part of the day was the food. Big surprise, right? I'd never been to a lobster bake, so I couldn't wait to see it how the meal was prepared.

    Annie Mahle brought along fresh-caught lobsters and shipmate Chives set up the pot over an open fire. In the pot went two to three inches of salt water.

    Once the water was boiling, lobsters were layered in the pot and covered with a 'lid' of sea weed in the traditional clam bake fashion.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    I did some research and really couldn't find the purpose of the seaweed, but I'm guessing it's to add natural salt and keep the seafood moist. Once the outer shell is bright red and the two antennae pull out easily, it's time to eat.

    Captain Jon invited us to choose our lobster. 

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    All the while Chef and Co-Captain Annie Mahle had been giving directions and preparing the side dishes. 

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    If you want to see more of what Chef Annie created for us on the cruise, take a look at why I said this is the best schooner cruise for foodies.

    It was the most succulent lobster I've ever eaten, and my husband ate two. I heard there would be dessert so was saving room.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    Dessert

    To top off our afternoon at Warren Island State Park, the crew set up ingredients for InsanoS'mores.

    Waffle cones were laid out to fill with marshmallows, graham crackers and other cookies, and a variety of chocolate candies. Fill the cone, wrap it in foil, and place it on the hot fire. You have not experienced S'mores until you've eaten InsanoS'mores! 

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    It had been a pretty perfect day, but by the end of it, we were looking forward to our beds on the Schooner waiting in the Bay.

    A couple of months ago, while sailing on the J & E Riggin, we spent the afternoon watching the crew create a lobster bake on Warren Island, and then enjoying the bounty

    For a foodie who loves the water, the J & E Riggin Windjammer cruise was bliss. You can learn more on their website. There are even themed cruises, so you're sure to find one that's perfect for you. Be sure to tell them you saw it here!

    I was invited to sail on the J & Riggin in exchange for sharing it with you.

    • Windjammer Cruise for Foodies
    • 20 Seafood Menu Recipes from Your Favorite Cruises
    • Where to Stay in Rockland Maine
    • Best Food at Epcot Restaurants WDW
    • 24 Hours in Scarborough Maine
    « Weight Watchers Chocolate Desserts Recipes
    5 Reasons to Visit Grapevine Wineries »
    193 shares
    • 96

    Affiliate Disclosure

    Food, Fun & Faraway Places participates in the Amazon Associates Program and other affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and other affiliated sites.

    Reader Interactions

    Share your Thoughts! Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Kelly eating on a cruise ship.

    Welcome! Food, Fun & Faraway Places® is a travel and food blog written by Kelly Stilwell. From delicious recipes to world travel, we’ve got you covered! Contact Kelly at kastilwell@gmail.com.

    More about me →

    More Fall Recipes

    • Easy Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
    • 27 Homemade Pumpkin Desserts
    • Best Bread for Soup
    • 20 Delicious Soup Recipes

    Travel Ideas

    • Best Restaurants in Disney Springs Florida
    • Costa Smeralda Ship Mediterranean Cruise
    • 20 Best Restaurants in Sarasota Florida
    • Culinary Adventures on Rocky Mountaineer Canada

    Join the Family!





    Footer

    ^ back to top

    as seen in banner

    About

    • Start Here
    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work with Me
    • FAQ

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2023 Kelly Stilwell