Pretty Marsh Travel Guide
Mount Desert
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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
"The room was very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. I would stay here again. It's a great location, walkable to many restaurants and shops. One issue --I was in one of the smaller buildings. They are located on a rather steep hill, above the parking area. The issue is the room numbers are ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
"Overall a good stay. Get an upstairs room. Floors very thin and you hear every step! Great view"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Anchorage Motel
"The motel was very accessible to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. It was in walking distance to the many shops and restaurants. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Main Street Motel
"Location was great. Can walk everywhere."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Bar Harbor Manor
"This was my 2nd time at Bar Harbor Manor, and I cannot say enough good things about the experience. Hands down, the staff is the friendliest and most helpful out of anywhere I’ve ever stayed. My daughter has a food allergy, and they bent over backwards to make sure she was accommodated for and gave ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Terramor Outdoor Resort
"This place blew my expectations out of the water. The staff was very friendly upon arrival and very informative. We had dinner in the lodge the first night and the serving sizes were so large and good. The tent itself was beyond what I could've imagined. My fiance loves camping and it was his birthday ..."
Reviewed on 7 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.
