2022
Acadia National Park in Mount Desert Island, Maine is one of the most visited in America. Consistently ranking among the top 10, its Mount Desert is the highest point on the Eastern Coast at 1,528 ft (465.7 m).
From the top, there is a expansive view of Bar Harbor and environs.
The granite topped mountain and crisp blue seas make for some scenic views!
There are forty-five miles of carriage roads in Acadia National Park, the gift of philanthropist John D. Rockefeller Jr. and family, weaving around the mountains and valleys of Acadia National Park.
This stone lodge is an example of the typical construction inside the park.
Rockefeller, a skilled horseman, wanted to travel on motor-free byways via horse and carriage into the heart of Mount Desert Island. His construction efforts from 1913 to 1940 resulted in roads with sweeping vistas and close-up views of the landscape and coast line.
Here are some food choices around Acadia National Park:
We also stayed at the Rose Eden Cottages, a collection of semi-detached bungalows. For dessert we recommend Udder Heaven Ice Cream.
You've got to try their Blueberry Ice Cream, made from locally picked blueberries of course!
This trip took place in August 2020. At that time, Maine had an excellent profile in the COVID-19 pandemic, requiring designated out-of-state visitors to show a negative test before hotel accommodations can be made available without quarantine. We complied, and was mindful to wear face masks, maintain social distancing, and keep washing our hands. We had a safe and enjoyable trip.
I am glad you like my post about Acadia National Park, it is indeed a beautiful place full of hiking trails and scenic spots.
I must admit that eating a lobster is quite a messy affair. You might try a Lobster Roll instead where all the meat has been extracted and put inside a bun. Much less work to eat one! Oh, and the Blueberry ice cream is outstanding!
On Mount Desert Island, the Travelin' Lobster makes an excellent lobster roll:
