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.
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
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
"Not the fanciest place, but everything worked and walking distance to downtown Bar Harbor. Breakfast options were fruit, blueberry coffee, pastries, gluten free Udi’s muffins and tons of granola bar options. Also enjoyed the unlimited water bottles and hydration station for our water bottles. Beds ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Anchorage Motel
"Check-in and out were simple, the room was basic and very clean, the coffee was fantastic and sitting in the sunshine in their little lawn was wonderful. The staff were so incredibly friendly they really made the stay really enjoyable. We walked everywhere, once we parked the car we only drove to ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Days Inn Bar Harbor
"Carpet is filthy. Walking on it in white socks left the bottoms black. The door isn't even a door - just a block of wood made into a door. Daylight could be seen on all sides. Very tacky. Several "shower worms" - immature stage of the drain fly - were seen on the shower base near the drain. And yes, ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor
"Great location with small niggles such as small bath towels and a shower not suitable for anyone over 1.5m, other than that a peaceful retreat."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
"This was just a very cute and sweet little quaint, main motel. Nothing fancy, just nice."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
"First class facility. Very pleasant and outgoing staff members. Crowded, but that’s to be expected where it is located. Looks to be a favored wedding spot as well."
Reviewed on 22 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.
