Ellsworth Elks Lodge is a association or organization in Ellsworth, ME. Phone: (207) 667-3073. Average rating is 4.8 stars from 43 reviews. Website: https://www.elks.org/.
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4.8 43 reviews

Brotherhood, Cold Pints, and Acadia at Your Door

Ellsworth Elks Lodge on High Street: your base camp for Downeast Maine, open to members and RV travelers alike.

Charity

Giving without expectation

Justice

Fairness for every person

Brotherly Love

Fellowship above all

Fidelity

Faithful to our word

About Us

A large elk statue outside the Ellsworth Elks Lodge.
A large elk statue outside the Ellsworth Elks Lodge.

Pull up to 317 High Street on a Friday evening and you'll smell the spaghetti before you see the sign. That's the Ellsworth Elks Lodge, a working fraternal hall that earns its 4.8-star rating the old-fashioned way: good food, an active bar, and members who actually talk to strangers.

The lodge sits minutes from the Acadia National Park gateway, which makes it a natural pit stop for Elks members traveling the coast. The parking lot accommodates RVs with a dedicated 50-amp hookup, and the welcome inside is genuine. Past guests have raved about a cider that actually tastes like apples and a wheat beer that lets the grain do the talking, no fruit juice required.

Fraternal life here runs deeper than the bar rail. Ellsworth Elks members gather for dinners, charitable drives, and the kind of low-key camaraderie that keeps a lodge relevant long after the novelty wears off. This is a place with regulars who know your order and a community that shows up when it counts.

What We Offer

The lodge bar stocks local and regional drafts with rotating handles, and the kitchen fires up community dinners, including a crowd-favorite spaghetti night, on a regular schedule. It's the kind of menu that feeds a crowd without pretense.

For traveling Elks members, the parking lot offers overnight RV camping with electrical hookup, currently one 50-amp site available on a first-come basis. Easy highway access makes it a logical overnight between Bar Harbor and points south.

Beyond the bar and the campsite, the lodge hosts fraternal meetings, charitable fundraisers, and member events throughout the year. If you're interested in joining the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the Ellsworth lodge is an active chapter worth a conversation.

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“We spent two nights here in our camper. They have one hookup for a 50 amp. Enjoying going into the lodge I'm having spaghetti dinner that night.”

— Jeffrey Hanssen

What Our Guests Say

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10 months ago
"We spent two nights here in our camper. They have one hookup for a 50 amp. Enjoying going into the lodge I'm having spaghetti dinner that night."
— Jeffrey Hanssen
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9 months ago
"Great lodge with great people. Elks members can use the Lodge parking lot for camping. Easy access to Acadia from this point."
— Shea McClung
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9 months ago
"We stayed the night with electric in our RV. Active bar. Had a great cider that actually had an apple flavor. And a wheat beer - just a wheat beer ( No fruit juice!)"
— Peter Holland
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4 years ago
"The Christmas for kids was awsome my grandson had the best time he don't stop talking about it ty so much"
— Luann Eaton
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2 years ago
"Kathy and I stopped for a drink while visiting the area on a recent RV trip. We try to visit as many lodges as we can fit into our schedule when we travel. We're glad we stopped at this lodge. The members at the bar, and the Steward were very friendly and gave us some hints on how to best enjoy the area. They also put us onto a local lobster restaurant which we visited and had a great meal. While at the lodge one of the RVers staying at the lodge came in looking for some information. He was a retired chef, originally from Paris. We spent at least an hour talking about food, RVs, and a host of other topics. If you're an Elk and in the area, by all means stop at the Ellsworth Elks Lodge."
— Rick Markey

Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-members visit the Ellsworth Elks Lodge?

The bar and dining areas are generally open to guests accompanied by an Elks member. For specific guest policies and event nights, it's best to call ahead or check with the lodge directly.

Is RV camping available at the lodge?

Yes. Elks members traveling by RV can use the lodge parking lot for overnight stays. There is one 50-amp electrical hookup available. Spots are first-come, first-served, so arriving early is recommended, especially during peak Acadia season.

How close is the lodge to Acadia National Park?

The lodge is located in downtown Ellsworth at 317 High Street, roughly 15 to 20 minutes from the main Acadia entrance on Mount Desert Island. It's a convenient and affordable base compared to Bar Harbor lodging.

What kind of food does the lodge serve?

The kitchen hosts regular community dinners, with spaghetti night being a standout favorite among members and guests. Check the lodge's event calendar for current dinner nights and hours.

What beers and drinks does the bar carry?

The bar is active and well-stocked, with rotating taps that have included locally noted apple ciders and classic wheat beers. The selection leans toward quality over gimmick.

How do I become a member of the Ellsworth Elks?

Membership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is open to U.S. citizens 21 and older. You can start the process at elks.org or by stopping into the lodge and speaking with a member about the Ellsworth chapter.

Where exactly is the lodge located?

The Ellsworth Elks Lodge is at 317 High Street, Ellsworth, ME 04605, in Hancock County, just off the main commercial corridor heading toward Mount Desert Island.

The Order · Since 1868

Community. Friendship. Charity.

Every Elks lodge belongs to one of America's oldest and largest fraternal orders. Through the Elks National Foundation, the Order has given more than $481 million to college scholarships, veterans, and neighbors in need.

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A Proud Heritage

The Elks gave America
Flag Day.

Long before it was a national observance, the Order set aside June 14th to honor the flag. Patriotism has always been one of our cardinal principles, and every lodge meeting still closes the same way it has for over a century.

“To our absent members.” — the Eleven O’Clock Toast

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