Otter Creek Travel Guide
Mount Desert
Visit Otter Creek
Popular places to visit
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
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 Otter Creek
Otter Creek Inn
"I hate to write negative things, this inn has many things going for it. The mattress in room 6, however, badly needs to be replaced. You sink in about six inches when you sit and the springs squeak and groan every time you move. There is only one accessible grounded outlet by the door. Other outlets ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
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
Where to stay in Otter Creek
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.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
