Stephanie's Guidebook
Food Scene - Mount Desert/Acadia
A must-go to spot for lunch in Bar Harbor. If you drink, ask about their margarita of the month!
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Side Street Cafe
49 Rodick StA must-go to spot for lunch in Bar Harbor. If you drink, ask about their margarita of the month!
Also a must-go to spot located right in the park off the Park Loop Road. It overlooks Jordan Pond where you have access to all kinds of trails and scenic spots.
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Jordan Pond House Restaurant
2928 Park Loop RdAlso a must-go to spot located right in the park off the Park Loop Road. It overlooks Jordan Pond where you have access to all kinds of trails and scenic spots.
2 Cats Bar Harbor
130 Cottage StHighly recommend 2 Cats for breakfast!
A staple of Bar Harbor. Great, fun environment in the heart of town with a nice variety of food.
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Geddy's
19 Main StA staple of Bar Harbor. Great, fun environment in the heart of town with a nice variety of food.
This is where you should go if you’re visiting the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia. Located in Winter Harbor, 35 minutes away.
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The Pickled Wrinkle
9 E Schoodic DrThis is where you should go if you’re visiting the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia. Located in Winter Harbor, 35 minutes away.
I love this little oyster bar tucked in the center of Main Street in Bar Harbor. Oysters, craft beer, unique cocktails & a cozy atmosphere make this spot a must-go to.
The Barnacle
112 Main StreetI love this little oyster bar tucked in the center of Main Street in Bar Harbor. Oysters, craft beer, unique cocktails & a cozy atmosphere make this spot a must-go to.
You haven’t really experienced Bar Harbor if you don’t get an ice cream cone from here. Delicious and unique flavors; I recommend the salted caramel or Nutella.
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Mount Desert Island Ice Cream
7 Firefly LnYou haven’t really experienced Bar Harbor if you don’t get an ice cream cone from here. Delicious and unique flavors; I recommend the salted caramel or Nutella.
Great place to get a lobster roll on the go! (The lobster grilled cheese is my favorite)
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The Travelin Lobster, LLC
1569 ME-102Great place to get a lobster roll on the go! (The lobster grilled cheese is my favorite)
Hiking in Acadia
One of the most popular trails in Acadia, and for good reason. I highly recommend you arrive as early as you can to avoid crowds. Stunning views of the coast & Sand Beach. It’s a short 1.5 loop trail, but note that if you are afraid of heights this hike may not be for you. There is also climbing involved and is not a dog friendly trail.
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The Beehive
One of the most popular trails in Acadia, and for good reason. I highly recommend you arrive as early as you can to avoid crowds. Stunning views of the coast & Sand Beach. It’s a short 1.5 loop trail, but note that if you are afraid of heights this hike may not be for you. There is also climbing involved and is not a dog friendly trail.
Very popular mountain, so get there EARLY! You can either hike to the top and back, do the 2.6 mile loop and come back on the Man O’ War Trail, or hike my personal favorite; the 4.5 mile loop trail that takes you to Saint Sauveur Mountain & Valley Peak. This trail does involve a bit of rock scrambling. Dog friendly.
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Acadia Mountain Trailhead
Very popular mountain, so get there EARLY! You can either hike to the top and back, do the 2.6 mile loop and come back on the Man O’ War Trail, or hike my personal favorite; the 4.5 mile loop trail that takes you to Saint Sauveur Mountain & Valley Peak. This trail does involve a bit of rock scrambling. Dog friendly.
If I had to choose a favorite trail in the park, this would be it. However, it’s typically closed from April to July due to peregrine falcon nesting, so check the park’s website before going. This is a 2.1 loop trail, and not for the faint of heart (or those with a fear of heights). It’s part hike and part climb, and is incredibly exhilarating for those who are feeling adventurous. This hike takes you to the summit of Champlain Mountain and offers some of the most beautiful views in the park. Get there EARLY to avoid crowds. If the trail is not open I recommend taking the 2.1 mile out and back Beechcroft Path Trail so you can still enjoy the views from the top. That trail is dog friendly, but the Precipice Trail is NOT.
The Precipice
44 CT-68If I had to choose a favorite trail in the park, this would be it. However, it’s typically closed from April to July due to peregrine falcon nesting, so check the park’s website before going. This is a 2.1 loop trail, and not for the faint of heart (or those with a fear of heights). It’s part hike and part climb, and is incredibly exhilarating for those who are feeling adventurous. This hike takes you to the summit of Champlain Mountain and offers some of the most beautiful views in the park. Get there EARLY to avoid crowds. If the trail is not open I recommend taking the 2.1 mile out and back Beechcroft Path Trail so you can still enjoy the views from the top. That trail is dog friendly, but the Precipice Trail is NOT.
I love this mountain because there are many connecting trails and different ways to hike it. The Beech Mountain trail is a 1.2 mile loop and leads to a fire tower at the top. Also in this area is the Beech Cliff loop trail which is very quick and easy but has beautiful views of Echo Lake and Echo Lake Beach at the top. Dog friendly.
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Beech Mountain
I love this mountain because there are many connecting trails and different ways to hike it. The Beech Mountain trail is a 1.2 mile loop and leads to a fire tower at the top. Also in this area is the Beech Cliff loop trail which is very quick and easy but has beautiful views of Echo Lake and Echo Lake Beach at the top. Dog friendly.
This is a fun, easy hike that takes you to both North and South Bubble overlooking Jordan Pond. It’s very popular so get there early as the parking lot is small and fills up quickly. 1.6 miles round trip, dog friendly. If you’re looking for a longer hike, you can continue the trail from North Bubble to Connor’s Nubble, or hike one of the connecting trails to Jordan Pond and hike to Pemetic, Sargent, or Penobscot Mountain (all have amazing peaks!)
The Bubbles
This is a fun, easy hike that takes you to both North and South Bubble overlooking Jordan Pond. It’s very popular so get there early as the parking lot is small and fills up quickly. 1.6 miles round trip, dog friendly. If you’re looking for a longer hike, you can continue the trail from North Bubble to Connor’s Nubble, or hike one of the connecting trails to Jordan Pond and hike to Pemetic, Sargent, or Penobscot Mountain (all have amazing peaks!)
If you’re looking for a short, super easy and level hike that leads to beautiful scenic views, this is it. 1.3 miles round trip, dog friendly. It’s also located on the “quiet side” of the park.
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Wonderland Trail
Wonderland TrailIf you’re looking for a short, super easy and level hike that leads to beautiful scenic views, this is it. 1.3 miles round trip, dog friendly. It’s also located on the “quiet side” of the park.
Easy & short, but very rewarding trail that takes you along cliffs overlooking the coast- right next to sand beach!
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Easy & short, but very rewarding trail that takes you along cliffs overlooking the coast- right next to sand beach!
Hiking outside of Acadia
A favorite, less traveled mountain in Orland (30 mins away). 2.8 miles round trip, dog friendly.
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Great Pond Mountain
A favorite, less traveled mountain in Orland (30 mins away). 2.8 miles round trip, dog friendly.
One of my favorite mountains outside Acadia, located in Franklin (30 mins away). Not as busy and has stunning views of MDI. 2.5 mile loop trail, dog friendly. Also has access to Schoodic Beach on Donnell Pond.
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Schoodic Mountain
One of my favorite mountains outside Acadia, located in Franklin (30 mins away). Not as busy and has stunning views of MDI. 2.5 mile loop trail, dog friendly. Also has access to Schoodic Beach on Donnell Pond.
My dog and I love this hike! Relatively easy 2 mile loop trail with great views in a quiet area.
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Blue Hill Mountain Osgood Trail- Blue Hill Heritage Trust
Mountain RoadMy dog and I love this hike! Relatively easy 2 mile loop trail with great views in a quiet area.
A great trail if you’re looking for something outside the park and less traveled (but still beautiful). 3.6 miles round trip, dog friendly. Located in Franklin, about 30 mins away.
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Tunk Mountain Trailhead
A great trail if you’re looking for something outside the park and less traveled (but still beautiful). 3.6 miles round trip, dog friendly. Located in Franklin, about 30 mins away.
If you’re looking for a nice short hike near the Airbnb, this is the perfect (and super dog friendly) spot. Only a couple miles away, this 1 mile hike takes you through the woods and along the Union River and is typically not very busy.
Jordan Homestead Preserve
46 Bayside RdIf you’re looking for a nice short hike near the Airbnb, this is the perfect (and super dog friendly) spot. Only a couple miles away, this 1 mile hike takes you through the woods and along the Union River and is typically not very busy.
Sightseeing
The Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia is actually located on the mainland in Winter Harbor. Schoodic Point is an incredible scenic area along the rocky coast and is a great place to watch the waves crash against the shore. This part of the park is generally more quiet than Mount Desert Island.
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Schoodic Point
The Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia is actually located on the mainland in Winter Harbor. Schoodic Point is an incredible scenic area along the rocky coast and is a great place to watch the waves crash against the shore. This part of the park is generally more quiet than Mount Desert Island.
Located in Northeast Harbor on MDI, this public garden is stunning and serene. I especially love the zen garden!
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Azalea Garden
Maine 3Located in Northeast Harbor on MDI, this public garden is stunning and serene. I especially love the zen garden!
This place has it all; nature exhibits, Wild Gardens of Acadia, trails and boardwalks, and restrooms. From here you can access hiking trails up Dorr Mountain (my personal favorite is the Emery Path), and the Jesup Path is an easy and accessible boardwalk trail that cuts through the woods.
Sieur de Monts Nature Center
2 Sieur de Monts RdThis place has it all; nature exhibits, Wild Gardens of Acadia, trails and boardwalks, and restrooms. From here you can access hiking trails up Dorr Mountain (my personal favorite is the Emery Path), and the Jesup Path is an easy and accessible boardwalk trail that cuts through the woods.
One of the most popular destinations in Acadia (especially at sunrise), Cadillac stands as the parks’ highest peak. The 3 mile scenic drive to the top requires a $6 vehicle reservation online through Recreation.gov. There are restrooms, a gift shop, and stunning overlooks at the summit. You can also hike one of the four strenuous, but rewarding, trails to the top.
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Кадиллак
707 Cadillac Summit RdOne of the most popular destinations in Acadia (especially at sunrise), Cadillac stands as the parks’ highest peak. The 3 mile scenic drive to the top requires a $6 vehicle reservation online through Recreation.gov. There are restrooms, a gift shop, and stunning overlooks at the summit. You can also hike one of the four strenuous, but rewarding, trails to the top.
Beautiful rock inlet on the ocean where you can watch the waves crash against the shore. You can access it from the Ocean Path, which starts at Sand Beach, or park nearby.
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Thunder Hole
Beautiful rock inlet on the ocean where you can watch the waves crash against the shore. You can access it from the Ocean Path, which starts at Sand Beach, or park nearby.
Food Scene- Ellsworth/Surry
If you want an authentic Maine experience outside of Acadia, this is the place. Located in Surry just 20 minutes away, Perry’s is situated right next to Newbury Neck Beach. Enjoy a lobster roll on the dock surrounded by ocean and views of the mountains of Acadia, then hit the beach!
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Perry's Lobster Shack
1076 Newbury Neck RdIf you want an authentic Maine experience outside of Acadia, this is the place. Located in Surry just 20 minutes away, Perry’s is situated right next to Newbury Neck Beach. Enjoy a lobster roll on the dock surrounded by ocean and views of the mountains of Acadia, then hit the beach!
Best place to get a slice of delicious cheesecake at any hour of the day by honor system payment- located just a couple minutes from the Airbnb!
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Momo's Cheesecakes
471 Main StBest place to get a slice of delicious cheesecake at any hour of the day by honor system payment- located just a couple minutes from the Airbnb!
Ellsworth’s only brewery with great brews, wood fired pizza, and a lovely beer garden with a stage for open mic & shows
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Fogtown Brewing Company
25 Pine StEllsworth’s only brewery with great brews, wood fired pizza, and a lovely beer garden with a stage for open mic & shows
A staple of Ellsworth- great drinks, pub food, & atmosphere
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Finn's Irish Pub
156 Main StA staple of Ellsworth- great drinks, pub food, & atmosphere
My favorite restaurant in Ellsworth! Superb food and drinks in a fine dining setting
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PROVENDER KITCHEN + BAR
112 Main StMy favorite restaurant in Ellsworth! Superb food and drinks in a fine dining setting
Best place to get ice cream, especially after a trip to Perry’s Lobster Shack! The peanut butter is my favorite~
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Pugnuts Ice Cream Shop
1276 ME-172Best place to get ice cream, especially after a trip to Perry’s Lobster Shack! The peanut butter is my favorite~
If you’re looking for a nice sit down seafood restaurant nearby, this is it
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Union River Lobster Pot
8 South StIf you’re looking for a nice sit down seafood restaurant nearby, this is it
Another summer staple of Ellsworth- great fried seafood, burgers & ice cream
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Jordan's Snack Bar
200 Douglas HighwayAnother summer staple of Ellsworth- great fried seafood, burgers & ice cream
Delicious healthy/vegan salads & Buddha bowls- only a couple minutes from the Airbnb
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Steamy Buddha Cafe & Yoga
50 Church StDelicious healthy/vegan salads & Buddha bowls- only a couple minutes from the Airbnb
Best place for ice cream right in Ellsworth
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Morton’s Moo Homemade Ice Cream
9 School StBest place for ice cream right in Ellsworth