Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert

Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.

Otter Creek
Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.

Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.

Otter Creek Inn
"Wonderful staff, room and food offered. Friendly and cute setting close to outlets!"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

A Prism in the Wood
"This was truly an exceptional stay. The house is an architectural gem built in 1994 allowing nature, light and beauty into the unique structure. Stefano was a perfect and generous host. I would recommend this stay to anyone wanting to be near Acadia but not near the tourism of Bar Harbor. It's truly ..."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Seasider Motel
"Great location. Close to many areas. Bed was very hard. Room was clean. Had to wait 10 minutes for hit water to reach our room every time we wanted it. Kind of crazy."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

A Prism in the Wood
"This was truly an exceptional stay. The house is an architectural gem built in 1994 allowing nature, light and beauty into the unique structure. Stefano was a perfect and generous host. I would recommend this stay to anyone wanting to be near Acadia but not near the tourism of Bar Harbor. It's truly ..."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Stone Park
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff. Easy access to Acadia NP."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
"We had to use a door lock code to enter the room. We were given the code by calling the number on a sign. We loved the outdoor fire pit and grills. The motel was very simple but had everything we needed. There was a back area where we could walk the dogs. The room was clean and the area quiet."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.

Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.

Somes Sound
Explore the waterfront of Somes Sound and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Carriage Roads
Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
After visiting Mount Desert Island Historical Society, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Things to do

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
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- Visit Belfast
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- Visit Bucksport
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