Top Things to do in Bass Harbor
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Top 6 Things to do in Bass Harbor, Maine (ME)
Discover the best top things to do in Bass Harbor, United States including Island Cruises, Swans Island, Ship Harbor Nature Trail, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Country Store Museum, Tremont Congregational Church.
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1. Island Cruises
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5.0 based on 439 reviews
Awarded Yankee Magazine's "Best Island Tour," we are the Bar Harbor area's favorite boat cruise and a family owned business now in our 22nd year. Operating out of Bass Harbor to the islands of Blue Hill Bay, we offer exclusive access to what many consider one of the most beautiful parts of the Maine coast, as well as its prettiest harbor. Being off the beaten path, our formula for success is offering the highest quality experience at some of the lowest rates on Mount Desert Island. Try out our 11:00-2:30 Lunch Cruise to Frenchboro; established in 1820 and one of the last year round island fishing communities in Maine, Frenchboro is a place that many people find hard to believe still exists in our busy, high-tech world. Or, join us for the 3:00-5:00 Nature Cruise, where you'll see seals, bald eagles, and even haul a lobster trap or two. We cherish your business and our many return customers, and you'll find that it shows from start to finish.
2. Swans Island
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Take a local ferry to this small island, which makes a nice day or half-day destination.
Reviewed By Jeff_In_Lex - Lexington, United States
We took our bikes over for the day from Bass Harbor in early September 2020 and it was the highlight of our week on MDI. The ferry service was easy and we got spectacular views on a nice sunny day; we even passed a pod of porpoises. When we got to the island, the lady at the ferry terminal provided some helpful suggestions for where we should ride our bikes. As we rode along the roads, all of the motorists were courteous and just about all of of them waved to us. We intended to ride to a part of the island to get a view of the lighthouse across the bay, but took a wrong turn and ended up at the lighthouse itself; our wrong turn was a giant stroke of luck. The local historical society appears to have sunk a lot of money into restoring the lighthouse and what used to be the lighthouse keeper's home. We got a fantastic tour by Keith, who I believe is the head of the historical society. After our tour, we rode over to a beach where we ate our (packed) lunch, climbed on some rocks and enjoyed the view. Our nine-year old wasn't up for any more exploring, so we headed back to the ferry terminal, and stopped in the Lobster and Marine Museum for a quick look around before catching the ferry. One word of caution for cyclists: it is a bit hilly, so if you're with kids, be prepared to walk up some of the hills and/or to give them a push on the steeper areas.
3. Ship Harbor Nature Trail
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4.5 based on 132 reviews
This scenic hiking trail winds around a tiny cove.
Reviewed By danihawk - New York City, United States
This trail was a highlight of my visits to Acadia because it's a short, fun hike/nature walk that offers minimal effort, maximum payoff on the gorgeous landscapes that make the area so unique. It's a few minutes from Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and my husband and I were able to do both in one morning without even having to get up early. We probably arrived around 10am and didn't have any trouble finding parking. You pass through beautiful woods and a lake before hitting the ocean and tide pools. We ran into maybe 10 other families on the Thursday before Labor Day weekend, but it was still a great place to find some peace away from the crowds around Ocean Trail and Jordan Pond. I'd love to visit again in late spring/early summer when more wildflowers are blooming.
4. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
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4.0 based on 645 reviews
One of the most photographed lighthouses in Maine.
Reviewed By AndyANew - Flower Mound, United States
The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse is a part of Acadia National Park. We came around 5 pm there trying to catch sunset, but it was very foggy. Anyway we enjoyed the place. Definitely this lighthouse is a cute one! If you have the time to make the drive, we highly recommend.
5. Country Store Museum
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
6. Tremont Congregational Church
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