Things To Do in Mount Desert Island

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Top 10 Things To Do in Mount Desert Island

    #1 Beech Mountain
    4 of 5 stars

    There are several trails at this parking spot off Pretty Marsh Road near Somesville. Personally, I think this hike provides the best views for the least amount of hiking.…Read More

    #2 MDI Craft Show
    3 of 5 stars

    This annual craft show is in August. If you are there at that time, go! It's a very well juried show, with some wonderful Maine crafts --paintings, pottery, sculpture,…Read More

    #3 Precipice Trail
    3 of 5 stars

    The Precipice is not a trail for the faint of heart. Each year, at least one climber plummets over the cliffs, usually to their death. Granted, the person almost always…Read More

    #4 Beehive Trail
    3 of 5 stars

    The Beehive Trail is great for the intermediate hiker. Unlike its big brother, The Precipice, the Beehive Trail is a relatively short trail with only a few technical…Read More

    #5 Otter Cliffs
    3 of 5 stars

    Otter Cliffs are a series of natural sea cliffs located just off the loop road in Acadia National Park. They are excellent for climbers of all skill levels, with routes…Read More

    #6 The Bowl
    3 of 5 stars

    The bowl is a natural lake located between the summits of the Beehive and Mount Champlain. It is situated on a ridge between the two mountains, at an altitude of about 300…Read More

    #7 Somes Pond
    3 of 5 stars

    Somes Pond is a wonderful place to go for a swim. While not big enough to be called a lake it's a good size. It's small enough that it doesn't attract power boats so…Read More

    #8 Bark Harbor
    3 of 5 stars

    If you own or love a dog or cat you'll love this store. They have great specialty items for dogs and cats and collectibles for their crazy owners. It's a fun store to…Read More


    #9 Acadia Repertory Theatre
    3 of 5 stars

    The theatre offers a variety of shows during the summer. Everything from Misery to On Golden Pond. Performances are on Tues and Sun and shows alternate from June -…Read More

    #10 Sand Beach
    3 of 5 stars

    Sand beach is the only ocean beach with 'sand' on Mt. Desert Island. It's very popular with tourists and tends to get very crowded. Unfortunately the Maine water is cold…Read More

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    Attractions in Mount Desert Island

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