The Little Known U.S. Island That’s Truly Heaven On Earth

America is always full of surprises, and remote island towns is one of them! While some are well known and a mecca for tourism, others prefer to fly under the radar, keeping their beauty unspoiled by too many visitors. This small town in Knox County, Maine, boasts a permanent population of under 100 people and is one that's truly heaven on earth:

Isle Au Haut is located five miles south of Stonington, Maine, and is accessible by a 45-minute boat ride.

The Isle au Haut Lighthouse and The Keeper's Inn are usually one of the first sights visitors see when approaching the island. The Inn is considered one of the most unique coastal inns found anywhere.

Isle au Haut is a remote outpost of Acadia National Park.

It was first discovered by Europeans in 1604. Half the island is in park ownership; the balance consists of the community of Isle au Haut. The island encompasses about 5,400 acres.

The town hosts about 7,000 visitors and 600 campers annually.

With guest visitors limited, the island is able to retain its remote town feel. This beautiful image is of Squeaker Cove.

Guests lucky enough to visit will become transfixed with the island's beauty found year-round.

Fall is a particularly beautiful time to visit for the changing of the leaves.

Beautiful waterways are found throughout the island.

The heavily treed areas along with impressive ocean cliffsides provide for exploration and scenic overlooks.

The sunsets here are truly mesmerizing.

Locals say there is no bad view found anywhere on the island.

Camp sites here are unspoiled and rustically beautiful.

Campers blend in to the areas so they don't disrupt nature at her finest. Can you even see the campsite in this image?

Feel free to swim if you dare, but the water will be cold!

These adventuresome swimmers enjoy a foggy summer afternoon near Head Harbor.

Have you been lucky enough to visit this little-known U.S. island, and if so, what was your impression? What recommendations to you have for others to fully enjoy the island experience of Isle au Haut? For related content, be sure to check out these 15 islands in the U.S. you must visit!