Pretty Marsh Travel Guide
Mount Desert
Visit Pretty Marsh
Popular places to visit
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Carriage Roads
Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.
Somes Sound
Explore the waterfront of Somes Sound and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Perpendicular Trail
Enjoy a trip to Perpendicular Trail and popular activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Top hotels in Pretty Marsh
Seasider Motel
"Room was very clean and staffs are very attentive"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Anchorage Motel
"We highly recommend staying at the Anchorage Motel in Bar Harbor! There are several restaurants within a couple of minutes walking and downtown Bar Harbor (including where to grab the Island Explorer shuttle) is right up the street. Staff was friendly and there's fresh water/coffee always available ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
"The hotel was great— I had neighboring people that were loud way beyond quiet time— sun rises at 445am— if this is your sleep in day, pick a back room as people are up and making noise— sun rise is beautiful, just early"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Main Street Motel
"This is your classic motel with a wonderful update. Beautiful! Friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Bar Harbor Manor
"The staff was excellent,Rachel at checkin was so helpful. All the front desk staff were quick to offer suggestions. grab n go breakfast was more than adequate. We stayed in the main house -room bit dated, noisy heat unit and bathroom light/fan was annoying. Motion sensors so went on every time you ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
"Clean room, very comfortable bed, great breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful, gave us some nice local tips. Would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Pretty Marsh
Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.
Otter Creek
Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
