| Maine has always been a State rich in pirate lore, and | | | | It has been reported that some of the survivors |
| hidden treasure. Famous pirates like Captain Kidd, and | | | | buried gold and silver coins while waiting to be |
| Blackbeard were known to have frequented this | | | | rescued from the island. |
| area. And in the past, treasure hunters have located | | | | Haskell Island is located near Harpswell Neck. Pirates |
| countless pirate hoards on both land and below the | | | | were known to frequent this island. Pirate treasure |
| sea. However, the key to any found treasure is | | | | may be buried there. |
| research. This article will start you on the right path, | | | | Pond Island is located in Casco Bay. There are |
| and in a moment you'll be reading about some areas | | | | reports that small caches of gold and silver have |
| that have been rumored to have buried treasures in | | | | been located on this island. |
| Maine. | | | | Swan's Island is located in the Kennebec River. |
| A useful tool to use when searching for hidden | | | | Supposedly another pirate cache is buried on this |
| treasure is a metal detector. You don't need anything | | | | island. |
| expensive with all of the bells and whistles either. You | | | | Smuttynose Island is located in York County. Reports |
| can purchase a reliable detector for between $300 | | | | are that Blackbeard the pirate buried a large treasure |
| and $400. If searching the beach areas of any ocean, | | | | here. |
| most detectors work fine. If you plan on using your | | | | It is important that you always ask for permission |
| detector below the water you will need a water | | | | when entering private property. If you are going on |
| detector. Here are six places to begin your search | | | | to State or Federal Land, in search for lost treasure, |
| for lost treasures in Maine. | | | | be sure to check with your State laws about any |
| Monroe Island is located in the western part of | | | | digging. |
| Penobscot Bay. For many years this island was used | | | | The link below will provide you with more information |
| by pirates and thieves. There are supposedly many | | | | regarding State Laws. |
| buried treasureshidden on the island. | | | | Good luck in your search for hidden treasure. |
| City of Portland Steamer wrecked on Monroe Island | | | | © Frank W. |
| in the early 1880's. | | | | |