You can’t come to Bar Harbor and not get out on the water. Frenchman Bay is stunning from shore, but it’s absolutely breathtaking from a boat, a kayak, the deck of a four-masted schooner…
The Complete Guide To Getting Out On Frenchmans Bay
The Best Sunset Spots in Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park at sunset is one of the most spectacular things I’ve ever witnessed, and I’ve watched a lot of sunsets from a lot of places. The combination of pink granite, Atlantic coastline, mountain silhouettes, and Maine light is simply unrepeatable.
One Day In Acadia With Dogs: A Local’s Itinerary
Heading to Acadia with your dogs and only have one day? Don’t panic. Here’s the exact hour-by-hour itinerary I plan for friends — sunrise on Ocean Path, house rolls at Bar Harbor Lobster Pound, the Quiet Side trails, and a real sit-down dinner with your pup. Updated for 2026.
Where To Get The Best Lobster On Mount Desert Island
If you’re heading to Acadia National Park, you’re heading to lobster heaven. Mount Desert Island is home to Acadia, Bar Harbor, and some of the most stunning coastline in New England; it’s also home to some of the best lobster you’ll ever eat. We’re talking fresh-off-the-boat, still-tastes-like-the-ocean, life-changing lobster…
Dog Friendly Acadia National Park: The Ultimate 2026 Guide
Acadia is one of the most dog friendly National Parks in the entire United States, and after spending six months living right outside Bar Harbor with my three pups, I can tell you it’s the real deal. Here’s everything you need to know to plan an incredible 2026 trip to Acadia with your dogs, including the rules, the can’t miss spots, and a few things I learned the hard way.
The Ultimate Coastal Maine Packing List
A coastal Maine packing list from a 6-month Bar Harbor local, what to pack for every season, plus dog gear and “wish I’d known” essentials.
