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, and the bow of a mail boat heading to an island most tourists have never heard of.
I spent six months living near Bar Harbor last summer while Brian worked as a registered kayak guide, which means we took this research very seriously. We whale-watched, kayaked at sunset, held live lobsters, watched a diver narrate the ocean floor on a live camera feed, and ate dinner on a small island accessible only by boat. I can confidently say that some of the best experiences we had in Bar Harbor happened on the water, and I don’t want you to miss them.
There are so many ways to experience it, and I honestly recommend doing more than one.
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One big thing to know: Almost every water activity in Bar Harbor is seasonal, running roughly May through October. I’ve noted specific seasons and dates throughout. Always check operators’ websites before booking, especially during the shoulder season.
Quick Guide: Getting Out on the Water Near Bar Harbor
| Experience | Operator | Duration | Price (adult) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whale Watching | Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. | 3–5.5 hrs | From $78 | Wildlife enthusiasts |
| Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise | Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. | 2.5–3 hrs | From $68 | Summer wildlife (late May–mid-Aug) |
| Lighthouse, Wildlife & Park Cruise | Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. | 2.5–3 hrs | From $63 | Fall foliage from the water |
| Sailing on the Margaret Todd | Downeast Windjammer | 1.5–2 hrs | $45–$58 | Classic Bar Harbor experience |
| Lobster Boat Tour | Lulu Lobster Boat | 2 hrs | $45 | Families, lobster lovers |
| Diver Ed’s Dive-In Theater | Dive-In Theater | 2 hrs | $70 | Families, curious adults |
| Kayaking Frenchman Bay | Coastal Kayaking Tours | 2.5–4 hrs | $76–$93 | Active adventurers |
| Deep-Sea Fishing | Acadian Boat Tours | 3–4 hrs | $59–$64 | Fishing fans |
| Cranberry Isles Day Trip | Beal & Bunker Mail Boat | Half to full day | $32 RT | Island explorers |
| Stand-Up Paddleboarding | Acadia SUP & E-Bike | Flexible | From $40 | Calm water paddlers |
Sail on the Margaret Todd – Bar Harbor’s Most Iconic Experience
There is a four-masted schooner in Bar Harbor, and if you leave without sailing on her, I will be personally disappointed on your behalf.
The Margaret Todd is the only four-masted schooner on the entire East Coast. At 151 feet with 4,800 square feet of sail, she’s a spectacle from the dock, and an even better experience from the deck. She was designed by her owner, Captain Steven Pagels, and launched in 1998 as a replica of a late-1800s cargo schooner, built with a steel hull but Maine spruce masts. The windlass was salvaged from an antique oyster schooner. She’s the real deal.
Operator: Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines Departure: Bar Harbor Inn Pier, 1 Newport Drive Season: Mid-May through October Website: downeastwindjammer.com
Three sailings daily:
Morning Sail (10 AM) – $45/person, 1.5–2 hours. The least crowded departure and a lovely, peaceful way to start the day.
Afternoon Sail – $49/person, 1.5–2 hours. The stronger afternoon breezes usually make this the most exhilarating sailing experience. The 2 PM departure often includes a National Park Ranger on board for narration about the wildlife and coastline.
Sunset Sail – $58/person, 90 to 120 minutes depending on time of year. The most popular departure, and for good reason. Features live folk music (guitar, fiddle, or banjo) and golden hour views of Egg Rock Lighthouse. This is the one to book first.
What makes the Margaret Todd different from every motorized tour in town: once she clears the dock, the engine cuts off, and the crew raises all four masts of sail. Passengers are invited to help haul the halyards, which makes the whole thing participatory in a way that nothing else in Bar Harbor is. Under full sail, it’s near-silent — just wind, water, and the creak of lines. You’ll see the Porcupine Islands, Egg Rock Lighthouse, the MDI coastline, and, along the way, harbor seals, bald eagles, and porpoises.
Good to know: Arrive 30–45 minutes early (boarding closes 15 minutes before departure). Bring layers — it’s noticeably cooler on the water. You can bring your own food and soft drinks. Beer, wine, and other drinks are sold on board for afternoon and sunset sails, but no outside alcohol is allowed. Dogs are welcome on leash. Cancellations within 24 hours forfeit the ticket, but if they cancel due to weather, you get a full refund.
Downeast Windjammer also operates the Joshua, a 91-foot two-masted wooden schooner, on the same schedule, effectively doubling the number of available departures if the Margaret Todd is sold out.
Whale Watching with Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co.
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. (1 West Street, next to the Town Pier) operates Maine’s largest whale-watching fleet, big 112-foot catamarans that head 30 to 50 miles offshore into the Gulf of Maine. You’ll see humpback, finback, and minke whales, plus porpoises, dolphins, seals, and sometimes even ocean sunfish. Each trip includes a professional naturalist from the College of the Atlantic on board, making it educational and genuinely exciting. The cruise runs 3 to 5.5 hours, depending on where the whales are. Adult tickets start at $84, kids (6–14) from $72.
Pro tip: They offer a Whale Guarantee, which, if you don’t see a whale, your ticket becomes a voucher valid for 3 years. Book online at barharborwhales.com.
Best time: June through August, when humpbacks, minkes, and finbacks are actively feeding in the Gulf of Maine.
Seasickness note: These cruises head into the open ocean and can be rough. Take Dramamine or Bonine 1–2 hours before departure; they don’t work once you’re already sick. Stay on deck, look at the horizon, and eat lightly beforehand. If you’re very motion-sensitive, stick to the Frenchman Bay tours instead.
The Well Worn Shoes Tip: Everyone will line up early to get what they think is the best seat on the boat. The truth is that no matter how early you get there or where you sit, people will end up standing right in front of you at the rail when whales or any animals show up. Brian and I discovered the hack that on most of the cruises, if you go to the back of the boat, you’ll have it almost entirely to yourself!
Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise – I LOVED This One
This was one of our absolute favorite experiences in all of Bar Harbor, and I don’t say that lightly.
Also, through Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co., the Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise runs from late May through mid-August during puffin nesting season and is about 2.5 to 3 hours. You cruise past three island lighthouses, Egg Rock, Winter Harbor Lighthouse off the Schoodic Peninsula, and Petit Manan (Maine’s second-tallest lighthouse and home to an active Atlantic puffin nesting colony).
The best part? You can actually talk to the researchers on Petit Manan Island via radio and ask them about the puffin and seabird research happening in real time. We also saw razorbills, bald eagles, harbor seals, and porpoises. It was genuinely magical. Adult tickets from $71, you can book here.
If you’re visiting Bar Harbor in the summer and love wildlife, do not skip this tour. The puffin window closes mid-August when the birds head back to the open sea, so plan accordingly.
Lighthouse, Wildlife & Acadia National Park Cruise – Perfect for Fall
Once puffin season ends in mid-August, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. switches to its Lighthouse, Wildlife & Acadia National Park Cruise, running through the fall. Same beautiful lighthouses (Egg Rock, Winter Harbor, Baker Island, Bear Island), plus views of Acadia’s coastline that you simply cannot see from land. In late October, the fall foliage on the water is breathtaking — the colors reflecting off the bay are among the most beautiful things I saw all season.
Our tour had a lot of fog, which meant we got to see Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse from the water in an absolutely dramatic, moody way that I wouldn’t trade for anything. About 2.5 to 3 hours, adult tickets from $66. A gorgeous option for fall visitors. You can book the tour here.
Lulu’s Lobster Boat – The Most Authentic Maine Experience
If you want to understand what it’s actually like to be a Maine lobsterman, Lulu Lobster Boat is the way to do it. This is the only lobster boat tour in Bar Harbor that takes you out on a traditional Downeast-style lobster boat, and it’s a genuinely fun experience for all ages. Our guide, Hillary, was amazing and made it such a great experience.
You’ll watch a live lobster trap hauling demonstration, learn about lobster anatomy and how the fishery works, and get to hold live lobsters. They release them all at the end; no lobsters are harmed in the making of this tour. The boat cruises past Egg Rock Lighthouse, privately owned islands, and summer cottages along Mount Desert Island. At low tide, you’ll see harbor seals resting on exposed rock ledges. The seals don’t scatter because they think the Lulu is just another lobster boat. We also spotted bald eagles, porpoises, and all kinds of seabirds.
Details: 2-hour tours departing from 55 West Street (Harborside Hotel & Marina). The 2026 season runs May 7 through October 17 with four daily departures. Adults $46, seniors $43, kids (6–12) $36. Arrive 30 minutes early. Book at lululobsterboat.com.
Diver Ed’s Dive-In Theater – The Most Original Tour in Bar Harbor
Nothing else in Bar Harbor, or arguably anywhere in New England, is quite like Diver Ed’s.
Passengers board the Starfish Enterprise for a 2-hour cruise into Frenchman Bay. After anchoring, Diver Ed (Eddie Monat, former Bar Harbor Harbormaster with over 30,000 hours underwater) suits up and dives while passengers watch his live underwater exploration on a big screen as he narrates in real time with an HD camera and underwater mic. He surfaces with a catch bag of creatures for hands-on touch tanks: starfish, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, lobsters, and hermit crabs. Everything goes safely back to the sea afterward.
The show is equal parts educational and hilarious. Kids get to “push Diver Ed overboard.” Adults love it just as much. The boat’s resident Newfoundland dog, Nori, greets everyone as they board. TripAdvisor Hall of Fame honoree. If you have kids with you, this is non-negotiable.
Details: Adults (13+) $70, children (6–12) $55, ages 5 and under $30. The season runs from early June through late August. Two departures daily at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM (not Sundays). Departs from the College of the Atlantic pier, 105 Eden Street. Operates rain or shine — fog doesn’t affect the underwater camera. Tickets by phone only at (207) 288-3483; there is no online booking. Book well in advance; trips sell out regularly, diveintheater.com.
*It appears that the Diver Ed tour is closed for 2026, as “Captain Evil” is undergoing treatment for cancer. They plan to return in 2027.
Kayak Frenchman Bay with Coastal Kayaking Tours
I’m a little biased here because Brian was a registered kayak guide with Coastal Kayaking Tours & Acadia Bike last summer, but bias aside, this is genuinely one of the best ways to experience Bar Harbor from the water.
Coastal Kayaking (part of Acadia Fun, operating since 1982) runs guided kayak tours out of 48 Cottage Street, right downtown. Every tour is led by Registered Maine Guides, and you paddle tandem kayaks through Frenchman Bay among the Porcupine Islands. Tours max out at six boats, so it’s intimate and personal. We saw harbor seals, porpoises, and bald eagles on nearly every single trip.
Tour options:
The Half-Day Tour ($93/person, 4 hours with about 2.75 hours on the water) is the one I’d recommend; you paddle about 5 miles of coastline and stop on an island for beachcombing. The Harbor Tour and Sunset Tour ($76 per person, 2.5 hours each) are great if you’re short on time, and the sunset option is particularly gorgeous. No experience necessary, they provide all the gear and full paddling instruction.
The Well Worn Shoes Tip: I highly recommend the half-day tour because you get to explore some of the islands and dig for sea glass.
Pro tip: If you’d rather explore on your own, Coastal Kayaking also rents tandem kayaks ($75/day) and singles ($65/day) with all gear included. And while you’re there, check out their bike and e-bike rentals for riding Acadia’s carriage roads — they claim the largest bicycle rental fleet in New England. Basic bikes from $41/day; e-bikes from $80/half-day.
Minimum age for kayak tours is 8 (48″ tall). Book at acadiafun.com.
Deep-Sea Fishing with Acadian Boat Tours
If you’ve always wanted to try deep-sea fishing, Acadian Boat Tours (119 Eden Street at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel) runs fishing charters from mid-June through mid-September. They provide all the light spinning tackle and gear — you just show up. The crew helps you land your catches, removes fish from lines, and even cleans and bags them for you to take home. Our tour had an all-female crew, which was a wonderful bonus.
You’ll fish in the protected waters of Frenchman Bay for cod, harbor pollock, mackerel, Acadian redfish, and flounder. The boats have snack bars, restrooms, and heated indoor cabins, so it’s comfortable even on cooler Maine days. Brian and I thought this was a really fun way to spend a morning on the water, completely different from every other tour in town.
Details: 3-hour trips from $59/adult, 4-hour trips from $64/adult. Kids (14 & under) from $40. Free parking at the hotel. Full refund with 24 hours’ notice. Book at acadianboattours.com.
Getting to the Cranberry Isles: A Day Trip Worth Every Minute
Most visitors to Bar Harbor have never heard of the Cranberry Isles. That’s a shame, because a day trip to Great Cranberry Island or Little Cranberry Island (Islesford) is one of the most genuinely special things you can do on Mount Desert Island, and it starts with a boat ride.
The Cranberry Isles sit just south of MDI. Great Cranberry has a year-round population of about 40 people; Islesford has about 65. There are no cars. The islands feel like stepping back 50 years, in the best possible way.
Important: The Maine State Ferry Service does NOT serve the Cranberry Isles. You need one of two private operators.
Beal & Bunker Mail Boat – The Classic Way
Beal & Bunker has operated from the Northeast Harbor Town Dock (18 Harbor Drive) since 1950, and it is one of the last USPS-contracted mailboat services in the country. You ride alongside islanders, mail sacks, and freight. The route loops from Northeast Harbor to Great Cranberry to Islesford and back, with each leg taking 15–20 minutes. A full round-trip loop without disembarking takes about 1.5 hours, a scenic ride worth doing even if you don’t get off.
Fares: $16 one-way / $32 round-trip for adults, $8 / $16 for children 3–11, under 3 free. No reservations needed, first-come, first-served. Multiple daily departures in summer (4–6 per day). Year-round service with reduced winter schedule. Pets and bikes welcome. Book at bealandbunkerferry.com or call (207) 244-3575.
Northeast Harbor is about a 20-minute drive from Bar Harbor, making this the most convenient and affordable option for most visitors.
Cranberry Cove Ferry – The Southwest Harbor Option
The Cranberry Cove Ferry, operated by Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines, departs from Beal’s Lobster Pier in Southwest Harbor. Seasonal, running roughly from Memorial Day through October 1. The summer schedule offers five daily departures. Fares: $38 round-trip / $28 one-way for adults, $28 / $21 for children. Bikes $10. Pets welcome.
Phone: (207) 244-5882 or book at downeastwindjammer.com.
What to Do When You Get There
Great Cranberry Island is the larger island and is wonderfully easy to explore on foot. The Cranberry House is a quarter-mile from the dock and features a free history museum, an art center, and Hitty’s Café, which serves sandwiches and baked goods. The Cranberry Explorer Shuttle, a free, narrated golf cart driven by island volunteers, runs up and down the 2-mile main road from 9 AM to 6 PM in summer. Don’t miss the Whistler Cove Trail behind the Cranberry House, a 30-minute round trip to a beautiful cobblestone beach.
Little Cranberry Island (Islesford) is the one I’d prioritize. The Islesford Historical Museum is operated by the National Park Service as part of Acadia and is completely free (open daily 10:30 AM–4:00 PM, mid-June through September). You can get your Acadia passport stamp here, step aboard a replica lobster boat, and learn the maritime history of the islands through artifacts that feel genuinely personal, sextants, ship clocks, harpoon guns, and store ledgers. NPS rangers give short talks twice daily.
Then there’s the Islesford Dock Restaurant & Gallery, which is the reason many people make this trip. Perched on a 200-year-old coal dock overlooking the fishing harbor, with Acadia’s mountains behind it, the restaurant sources lobster from the co-op literally next door and cooks it the day you eat it. The fish and chips are consistently called “the best ever” by reviewers. Other standouts include crab cake sandwiches, duck confit crepe, and the Seaglass Martini. Open mid-June through early October, closed Mondays. Reservations via OpenTable are strongly recommended. This is genuinely one of the most special meals you can have in the entire Acadia region, and the fact that you had to take a boat to get there makes it taste even better.
Plan at least a half-day for one island, or a full day if you want to do both. Both islands are dog-friendly. Bring cash, bug spray for the island trails, layers, and an empty stomach if you’re going for dinner at Islesford Dock.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding with Acadia SUP & E-Bike
If you want to get on the water at your own pace, Acadia Stand Up Paddle & E-Bike (acadiasup.com, 113 Main Street, inside Sand Beach Outfitters) is the area’s original SUP outfitter, operating since 2011. They offer guided lake and ocean tours, sunset paddles, paddleboard yoga, and full-day inflatable SUP rentals that you can take anywhere on the island.
Approved paddle locations include Echo Lake, Great Long Pond, Somes Pond, Hadley Point Beach, and Seal Harbor Beach. The calmer lake options are ideal for beginners; Echo Lake is a particular favorite, with freshwater, beautiful mountain views, and no ocean chop. Rentals run roughly $40–$75/day, with free delivery on Mount Desert Island for multi-day rentals. Guided tours and yoga sessions are available throughout the season.
If you have your own paddleboard, I highly recommend bringing it on your Acadia trip.
I love my inflatable paddleboard – This one is similar.
More Ways to Get on the Water
If you’ve already knocked out the big ones and want to keep exploring, here are a few more worth knowing about:
Sail Acadia in Southwest Harbor sails a classic Friendship Sloop, a traditional Maine sailboat type, for up to 16 passengers. Sailing tours from $108, sunset cruises from $58 (BYOB encouraged). Pet-friendly. A great option for those staying on the quiet side of MDI.
Ambergris Voyages offers the most exclusive sailing experience on MDI: a 59-foot pinky schooner limited to 6 passengers. Afternoon sails, sunset sails, and an all-day island exploration trip. Private charters can sail to the Cranberry Islands with a stop for dinner at Islesford Dock Restaurant. For a special occasion, this is the one.
Paddling Beaches out of Seal Harbor offers all-private kayak tours and is the only kayaking company on MDI that accepts children as young as 30 pounds. Their standout options include a Brunch Tour (paddle to Islesford Dock Restaurant) and a Bioluminescence/Stargazing Tour, a nighttime paddle through glowing plankton that is genuinely magical and genuinely unlike anything else available in this area.
Bass Harbor Island Cruises, on the quiet side, runs puffin and wildlife tours (adults $43, children $28) and sailboat charters aboard the 36-foot Motu Iti from $390.
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. also offers several specialty cruises beyond the main tours: a 19-Lighthouse Monhegan Island Cruise (all-day, from $259), a Cashes Ledge deep-offshore expedition (from $269), a Lobster Fishing & Seal Watching cruise (1.75 hours, from $43), and a Night Sky Cruise, a stargazing-from-the-water experience in September (from $60).
What to Pack for a Day on the Water (My Boat Bag Essentials)
Real talk: half the people I watched board these tours were underdressed and over-optimistic about Maine weather. Don’t be them. Here’s what actually lives in my boat bag, the stuff I reach for on every single trip, whether it’s a sunset sail or an offshore whale watch.
- A packable fleece or windproof layer. I cannot say this enough: it’s 10–20°F colder on the water. A light fleece that stuffs into your bag is non-negotiable.
- Seasickness relief. Bonine (less drowsy than Dramamine, trust me) plus a set of acupressure wristbands as backup. Take it 1–2 hours before you board; once you’re green, it’s too late.
- A dry bag. Essential for kayaking and SUP, but honestly smart on any open boat. Keeps your phone, layers, and snacks from getting soaked.
- Compact binoculars. Game-changer for the Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise and whale watching. The naturalists point things out quickly, and you actually want to see the razorbill. For how affordable they are, these Vortex binos are incredible!
- Non-slip closed-toe shoes. Wet decks are slippery, and operators will turn away in flip-flops. A pair of grippy water shoes does double duty.
- Reef-safe sunscreen + polarized sunglasses. The glare off the water is no joke, even on a foggy day (ask me how I know).
Acadia Pro Tip: Pack it all the night before in one bag you can grab and go. Most tours board 30-45 minutes early, and you do not want to be hunting for your fleece while the Margaret Todd pulls away without you.
Tips for Getting Out on the Water Near Bar Harbor
Dress warmer than you think you need to. It is 10–20°F colder on the water than on land, sometimes more on offshore whale watches, where wind chill from boat speed adds another layer. Even on a 90°F July day, bring a fleece, a windproof outer layer, a hat, and consider gloves for offshore trips. Frenchman Bay cruises are milder, but a hoodie and windbreaker are still smart. Wear closed-toe shoes with non-slip soles. No flip-flops, operators will warn you about this.
Take seasickness medication before you board. Dramamine and Bonine both need 1–2 hours to work; once you’re on the water and feeling rough, it’s too late. Acupressure wristbands also help. The key distinction: Frenchman Bay tours (Margaret Todd, Diver Ed, Lulu’s, kayaking) are generally manageable for most people. Whale watching heads into the open ocean and can be genuinely rough. Know which you’re signing up for.
Book Diver Ed’s by phone early. It sells out, there’s no online booking, and the season is shorter than most other tours. This is the one to call first. They are closed for the 2026 season.
The best puffin window is mid-June through early August. After mid-August, the birds head back to the open sea, and the tour operators switch to fall cruise programming.
Dog-friendly options are plentiful. The Margaret Todd, Beal & Bunker mail boat, Cranberry Cove Ferry, Acadian Boat Tours nature cruises, Sail Acadia, and the Bar Island sandbar walk all welcome leashed dogs. Coastal Kayaking’s tours are family-friendly, but check directly about dogs.
Don’t skip the Cranberry Isles. I know it’s an extra step, drive to Northeast Harbor, catch the mail boat, figure out the schedule, but a lunch or dinner at Islesford Dock Restaurant on Little Cranberry Island is one of the best meals in the entire Acadia region, and the ferry ride is part of the magic.
FAQ: Getting Out on the Water Near Bar Harbor
What is the best boat tour in Bar Harbor? It depends entirely on what you’re after. For the most iconic Bar Harbor experience, sail on the Margaret Todd schooner. For the most unique experience, book Diver Ed’s Dive-In Theater (call early, it sells out). For wildlife, the Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise is incredible from late May through mid-August. For families with kids, Lulu’s Lobster Boat is the crowd favorite.
What is the Margaret Todd schooner? The Margaret Todd is a 151-foot, four-masted schooner and the only one of her kind on the East Coast. She sails daily out of Bar Harbor on morning, afternoon, and sunset departures operated by Downeast Windjammer Cruise Lines. Passengers can help raise the sails. It’s one of the most memorable experiences in Bar Harbor.
How do I get to the Cranberry Isles from Bar Harbor? Take the Beal & Bunker Mail Boat from Northeast Harbor (about 20 minutes from Bar Harbor). Adult round-trip fare is $32. No reservations needed. Runs year-round with multiple daily departures in summer. The Cranberry Cove Ferry operates seasonally from Southwest Harbor.
Is whale watching from Bar Harbor worth it? Yes, if you’re prepared for a potentially rough 3–5.5-hour offshore trip. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. offers a sighting guarantee: if you don’t see a whale, you get a voucher valid for 3 years. Take seasickness medication beforehand and dress very warmly.
When can I see puffins from Bar Harbor? Puffin season runs late May through mid-August. The Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise through Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. is the best option; you cruise to Petit Manan Island’s active puffin nesting colony and can radio the researchers onshore in real time.
Are boat tours in Bar Harbor dog-friendly? Several operators welcome leashed dogs, including the Margaret Todd, Beal & Bunker Mail Boat, Cranberry Cove Ferry, Acadian Boat Tours nature cruises, and Sail Acadia. Always confirm before booking.
What should I wear on a boat tour in Bar Harbor? Layers, always. Frenchman Bay is 10–20°F colder than land, and offshore whale watches can feel even colder with wind chill. Bring a fleece, a wind-resistant outer layer, closed-toe non-slip shoes, sunscreen, and sunglasses, even on cloudy days. A hat isn’t a bad idea either.
Is Diver Ed’s good for adults without kids? Absolutely. Adults without children consistently rave about Diver Ed’s, the comedy, the marine biology, and the touch tanks. The ship’s Newfoundland dog, Nori, is also a significant selling point for dog people. Book by phone at (207) 288-3483 well in advance.
Frenchman Bay is one of the most beautiful bodies of water I’ve ever had the privilege of spending time on. The way the light hits the Porcupine Islands in the morning, the way the pink granite of Acadia’s coastline looks from a kayak at sunset, the way a four-masted schooner goes quiet when the sails go up, and the engine cuts off, none of that is something you can fully appreciate from the Shore Path.
Get out on the water. Do more than one thing if you can. Sail on the Margaret Todd. Take the mail boat to Islesford and have dinner at the Dock Restaurant.
You’ll thank yourself later. ⛵
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