Jon's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Sand beach is a gorgeous little beach (290 yds long) nestled between mountains and rocky shores on the east side of Mount Desert Island in Acadia National Park. Access is provided via Park Loop Road just south of the entrance fee station in a Bar Harbor, Maine. The beach is largely comprised of unique sand and shell fragments created by the pounding surf. Note: No pets are allowed on the beach from May 15th through September 15th.
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Sand Beach
Sand beach is a gorgeous little beach (290 yds long) nestled between mountains and rocky shores on the east side of Mount Desert Island in Acadia National Park. Access is provided via Park Loop Road just south of the entrance fee station in a Bar Harbor, Maine. The beach is largely comprised of unique sand and shell fragments created by the pounding surf. Note: No pets are allowed on the beach from May 15th through September 15th.
Cadillac Mountain is located on Mount Desert Island, within Acadia National Park. With an elevation of 1530ft (466m), it’s summit is the highest point within 25 miles of the Atlantic shoreline of the North American continent between Cape Brenton Highlands, Nova Scotia and peaks in Mexico. It is known as the first place to see the sunrise in the United States, although that is only true part of the year.
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Cadillac-hegy
707 Cadillac Summit RdCadillac Mountain is located on Mount Desert Island, within Acadia National Park. With an elevation of 1530ft (466m), it’s summit is the highest point within 25 miles of the Atlantic shoreline of the North American continent between Cape Brenton Highlands, Nova Scotia and peaks in Mexico. It is known as the first place to see the sunrise in the United States, although that is only true part of the year.
Jordan Pond covers 187 acres(76 ha) to a maximum depth of 150 feet(46 meters) with a shoreline of 3.6 miles (5.8 km).
The pond was formed by the Wisconsin Ice Sheet during the last glacial period. Penobscot Mountain rises to the West, while Pemetic Mountain rises to the East
The pond has clear water, with visibility normally 44 feet(13.4m), and occasionally up to 61 feet(18.6m), the deepest recordings in Maine.
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Jordan Pond
Jordan Pond covers 187 acres(76 ha) to a maximum depth of 150 feet(46 meters) with a shoreline of 3.6 miles (5.8 km).
The pond was formed by the Wisconsin Ice Sheet during the last glacial period. Penobscot Mountain rises to the West, while Pemetic Mountain rises to the East
The pond has clear water, with visibility normally 44 feet(13.4m), and occasionally up to 61 feet(18.6m), the deepest recordings in Maine.
As the only part of Acadia National Park that’s actually located on the mainland, Schoodic Point isn’t as easily accessible as some of parks other major attractions. But that’s precisely why travelers find this area so special. Much like Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Point is composed of a craggy shoreline, granite headlands, and spruce fir forests.
Located about an hours drive Northeast from Bar Harbor, Schoodic Point is perhaps best known for the crashing surf that explodes against its rocks.
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Schoodic Point
As the only part of Acadia National Park that’s actually located on the mainland, Schoodic Point isn’t as easily accessible as some of parks other major attractions. But that’s precisely why travelers find this area so special. Much like Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Point is composed of a craggy shoreline, granite headlands, and spruce fir forests.
Located about an hours drive Northeast from Bar Harbor, Schoodic Point is perhaps best known for the crashing surf that explodes against its rocks.
If you want to experience a stunning sunrise without the crowds of Cadillac Mountain head to Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.
This lighthouse was constructed in the late 1800s and is considered one of the most picturesque lighthouses in all of Maine. It’s owned and operated by the U.S Coast Guard and is the only lighthouse on Mount Desert Island.
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Bass Harbor Head világítótorony
116 Lighthouse RdIf you want to experience a stunning sunrise without the crowds of Cadillac Mountain head to Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.
This lighthouse was constructed in the late 1800s and is considered one of the most picturesque lighthouses in all of Maine. It’s owned and operated by the U.S Coast Guard and is the only lighthouse on Mount Desert Island.
The Precipice is part of the East face of Champlain Mountain. The Precipice Trail is the most challenging and well known hiking trail in Acadia National Park with an exposed and almost vertical 1,000 foot climb.
The Precipice happens to be home to many endangered Peregrine falcons. Consequently the hiking trail may be closed from late spring through mid August.
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Precipice Trail
Precipice TrailThe Precipice is part of the East face of Champlain Mountain. The Precipice Trail is the most challenging and well known hiking trail in Acadia National Park with an exposed and almost vertical 1,000 foot climb.
The Precipice happens to be home to many endangered Peregrine falcons. Consequently the hiking trail may be closed from late spring through mid August.
A raucous, natural phenomenon, this semi submerged cave booms an hour or two before high tide. Waves fill the cave in such a way that the shaking is as loud as a thunderstorm- hence the name- and water can spray as far as 40 feet, so wear a poncho if you want to stay dry!
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Thunder Hole
A raucous, natural phenomenon, this semi submerged cave booms an hour or two before high tide. Waves fill the cave in such a way that the shaking is as loud as a thunderstorm- hence the name- and water can spray as far as 40 feet, so wear a poncho if you want to stay dry!
Another classic stop along Park Loop Road, Otter Cliff is a giant 110 foot high granite precipice with one of the most breathtaking views on the East Coast.
Be careful not to fall off the ledge as you burst through the spruce trees that cap the precipice. In the summer you’ll see adventurous rock climbers scrambling up the granite and whale pods spouting off the shore. In the fall, giant flocks of ducks gather here in the waves before migrating south for the winter.
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Otter Cliff
Another classic stop along Park Loop Road, Otter Cliff is a giant 110 foot high granite precipice with one of the most breathtaking views on the East Coast.
Be careful not to fall off the ledge as you burst through the spruce trees that cap the precipice. In the summer you’ll see adventurous rock climbers scrambling up the granite and whale pods spouting off the shore. In the fall, giant flocks of ducks gather here in the waves before migrating south for the winter.
If you are searching for an adventurous hike with a spectacular view, look no further than the Beehive loop. One of Acadia’s famous rung and ladder trails. If choosing this trail, expect steep granite staircases, iron rungs and exposed cliff faces. As one of the parks most trafficked trails, people challenge their bodies and minds as they ascend this 450 foot cliff trail and are rewarded with stunning views over Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and the Gulf of Maine stretching to the horizon.
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Beehive Trail
If you are searching for an adventurous hike with a spectacular view, look no further than the Beehive loop. One of Acadia’s famous rung and ladder trails. If choosing this trail, expect steep granite staircases, iron rungs and exposed cliff faces. As one of the parks most trafficked trails, people challenge their bodies and minds as they ascend this 450 foot cliff trail and are rewarded with stunning views over Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and the Gulf of Maine stretching to the horizon.
If you are looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy or just want to get away from the high traffic tourist destinations than look no further than Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Birdsacre. Here you’ll find three attractions in one, hours of beautiful winding nature trails, an intimate up close and personal Bird Sanctuary, and a Historic Homestead museum.
Hike Birdsacres 3 miles of interconnected nature trails. Discover simple serenity as you explore the forest streams and fern-lined slopes of the 200 acre Sanctuary. Birdsacre Preserve’s vital wildlife habitat, is home numerous species of native Maine flora and fauna, and serves as a stop over for migrating birds in spring and fall. Trails are open year round from dawn to dusk. Entrance is free.
Spend some time viewing the non releaseable hawks, owls, and vultures who have found a second home on the property.
Visit the Victorian Homestead of Ellsworth’s own Cordelia J. Stanwood (1865-1958). Built by her sea faring father, the homestead is now a museum that offers a view to an earlier time as well as houses Cordelia’s glass plate photography. The Homestead is open for tours Tuesday through Saturday, 11am- 3pm.
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Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary
289 High StIf you are looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy or just want to get away from the high traffic tourist destinations than look no further than Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Birdsacre. Here you’ll find three attractions in one, hours of beautiful winding nature trails, an intimate up close and personal Bird Sanctuary, and a Historic Homestead museum.
Hike Birdsacres 3 miles of interconnected nature trails. Discover simple serenity as you explore the forest streams and fern-lined slopes of the 200 acre Sanctuary. Birdsacre Preserve’s vital wildlife habitat, is home numerous species of native Maine flora and fauna, and serves as a stop over for migrating birds in spring and fall. Trails are open year round from dawn to dusk. Entrance is free.
Spend some time viewing the non releaseable hawks, owls, and vultures who have found a second home on the property.
Visit the Victorian Homestead of Ellsworth’s own Cordelia J. Stanwood (1865-1958). Built by her sea faring father, the homestead is now a museum that offers a view to an earlier time as well as houses Cordelia’s glass plate photography. The Homestead is open for tours Tuesday through Saturday, 11am- 3pm.