Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

Welcome to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park

Mount Desert Island is home to Acadia National Park — one of the most visited national parks in the country — and the charming town of Bar Harbor. Whether you are hiking pink granite peaks, kayaking along pristine shorelines, or cycling the historic carriage roads, there is something for everyone.

Sunset over Bar Harbor
Sunset over Bar Harbor
Ocean Drive cliffs, Acadia
Ocean Drive cliffs, Acadia
Maine coastline
Maine coastline
Acadia coastline
Acadia coastline
Rugged Maine coast
Rugged Maine coast
Acadia National Park from Baker Island
Acadia National Park from Baker Island
Mountains of Acadia
Mountains of Acadia
Carriage roads in Acadia
Carriage roads in Acadia
Biking on the carriage roads
Biking on the carriage roads
Carriage road bridge
Carriage road bridge
Pond along the carriage roads
Pond along the carriage roads
View from the carriage roads
View from the carriage roads
Walking the carriage roads
Walking the carriage roads
Fall foliage on the carriage roads
Fall foliage on the carriage roads
Witch Hole Pond, Acadia
Witch Hole Pond, Acadia
Maine lighthouse
Maine lighthouse
Northeast Harbor lighthouse
Northeast Harbor lighthouse
Northeast Harbor
Northeast Harbor
Seal Harbor
Seal Harbor
Asticou Dock, Northeast Harbor
Asticou Dock, Northeast Harbor
Somesville, the oldest village on MDI
Somesville, the oldest village on MDI
Bunkers Ledge
Bunkers Ledge
Iron Cliffs
Iron Cliffs
Stormy seas off the Maine coast
Stormy seas off the Maine coast
Morning fog over Bar Harbor
Morning fog over Bar Harbor
Sutton's Island
Sutton's Island
Kayaking in Acadia
Kayaking in Acadia
Sea kayaking near Bar Harbor
Sea kayaking near Bar Harbor
Kayaking near the Cat schooner
Kayaking near the Cat schooner
Schooner Margaret Todd, Bar Harbor
Schooner Margaret Todd, Bar Harbor
Cat sailing in Bar Harbor
Cat sailing in Bar Harbor
The QE2 visiting Bar Harbor
The QE2 visiting Bar Harbor
Sailing off Mount Desert Island
Sailing off Mount Desert Island
Sailboat in Frenchman Bay
Sailboat in Frenchman Bay
Jet skiing in Bar Harbor
Jet skiing in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor Lobster Boat Races
Bar Harbor Lobster Boat Races
Porpoise in the harbor
Porpoise in the harbor
Porpoise near Bar Harbor
Porpoise near Bar Harbor
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Planning Your Trip

ResourceWhat You'll Find There
Activity IdeasA sortable directory of things to do across Mount Desert Island — hiking the Beehive and Acadia carriage roads, swimming at Sand Beach, whale watching, kayaking, golf, tennis, live theater, farmers markets, and much more. Organized by category with addresses and phone numbers.
Rentals & ServicesBike rentals, boat and kayak outfitters, paddleboard rentals, car rentals, and local services — everything you need for a self-guided adventure around the island. Also covers sporting goods, fishing charters, and concierge planning services.
Dining RecommendationsA curated guide to restaurants, lobster shacks, bakeries, and cafes throughout Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island. Includes cuisine type, location, price range, and phone numbers — from casual waterfront spots to fine dining.
Bus / Shuttle InfoThe free Island Explorer propane-powered shuttle serves Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park trailheads, and island villages from late June through Columbus Day — no car needed. Also includes ferry service, the Concord Coach bus to Bangor, Portland, and Boston, year-round regional transit, and Bangor International Airport information.
Island MapsInteractive maps of Mount Desert Island showing Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, the island villages, and the general areas of BHACR rental properties. Useful for getting your bearings and planning day trips around the island.