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6 Bodies of Water in Mount Desert Island That You Shouldn't Miss
Mount Desert (pronounced “dessert”) Island is the largest isle in Maine and the second largest on the U.S. Eastern Seaboard. Though it boasts a small residential community, Mount Desert claims more than two million visitors each year; all of whom are enamored with its quaint feel, stunning beaches, and access to saltwater and freshwater lakes. Popular water activities include kayaking, fishing, and canoeing, though many prefer to take in amazing sunrises and scenic vistas while exploring one of the island’s 25 trails.
Restaurants in Mount Desert Island
1. Frenchman Bay
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5.0 based on 378 reviews
Reviewed By PerksAdvisor_NYC - New York City, United States
This is a great way to enjoy the power of nature of the beauty of Frenchman’s Bay which is off of Bar Harbor. Just watch the boat pass by or see the seals jumping in the water. This can be a very relaxing way to enjoy your trip to Bar Harbor. There are also many companies that will give you a Bay ride.
2. Eagle Lake Acadia National Park
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5.0 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By suzannef795
Free parking and entrance! Just choose to walk or rent a bike. I walked because I love to stop and take pictures of the wildflowers, lake, and rock. The trees have such beauty with the sun reflecting off their leaves. It is truly tranquil and it's a level path around the lake but if 6 miles is too much for you then just walk or bike what you can.
3. Jordan Pond
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4.5 based on 1,195 reviews
A pond in Acadia National Park with nature walks nearby.
Reviewed By HappyGJackson - Mount Laurel, United States
We went here to walk around the pond and find the bridges . Wonderful area the pond is so big and clean . I walked the carriage road near the pond lots of hills . Then we bought our bikes here to ride the carriage roads great exercise up and down the hills . We had to try the pop overs and they were so good I made them at home yum after a long walk have some pop overs
4. Bubble Pond
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By LoneStarDad
Bubble pond is nestled between Cadillac Mountain and Pemetic Mountain. One of the nicer carriage roads goes right past the parking area and there are trail heads up both Cadillac and Pemetic nearby. The photo op is very similar to the iconic Jordan Pond view of the Bubbles with the rocks in the foreground. The parking area is very small, but the Island Explorer has a stop right there. We always ask someone to take a photo of us sitting on a particular rock as we gaze up the pond.
5. Monument Cove
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
6. Seawall Pond
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
