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.
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.
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.
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.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
After visiting Mount Desert Island Historical Society, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Things to do
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Top hotels in Pretty Marsh
Bar Harbor Manor
Needs updated.. you can hear the people above you flushing toilets, showering, walking ect… Staff were amazing. Ecspecially Christopher, he called for an in town car rental, and Restraunt reservations. He definately made a huge difference in our stay in a positive way!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Main Street Motel
We enjoyed our time!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Anchorage Motel
The room was nice and clean and the bed was very comfy. Our stay was great but there were a couple things that we had a bit of an issue with. First off, we didn’t get any room service the whole time we were there, even with the sign on our door requesting it. We had to go to the front desk to ask ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Pathmaker Hotel
Everything was wonderful. Very clean rooms with comfortable beds. Staff were helpful and pleasant. Breakfast was a bonus. It was delicious!!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
The breakfast bar was good but the items eggs,meat and potatoes were not always hot but overall the breakfast were very good.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Seasider Motel
Room was immaculate, desk staff courteous, easy parking and a convenient walking distance from the Bar Harbor downtown.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 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.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
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.
