Machias Seal Island
The only land territory disputed between the U.S. and Canada.

πŸ“œ Tiny, treeless oceanic island in disputed waters between the U.S. and Canada.
πŸ” Home to a significant seabird nesting colony, including Atlantic puffins.

Why Go

🐦 Observe diverse seabirds and puffins
πŸ’‘ See a historic manned lighthouse
πŸ—ΊοΈ Experience a unique international border dispute
🦞 Prime lobster fishing waters nearby

Why Avoid

🌊 Choppy Atlantic waters, boat ride can be an hour
⚠️ Rocky, potentially wet shoreline, good shoes needed
🚫 Restricted access, visitors movements rigidly controlled, not allowed to roam
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Max 30 visitors per day, only with federal access permit tour operator

Tips

πŸ‘Ÿ Wear good shoes for disembarkation
Respect wildlife, maintain distance
Book through permitted tour operators

Hours

πŸ•’ Access restricted, maximum 30 visitors per day during seabird breeding season (June/July) via permitted tour operators.

Last updated 5 days ago

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