Jordan Pond
Jordan Pond, Acadia National Park: Hours, Address, Jordan Pond Reviews: 4.5/5
Jordan Pond
Jordan Pond
4.5
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Monday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
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MelissaL0715
Tampa, FL744 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
You do not want to miss visiting Jordan‘s pond and the Jordan Pond House Restaurant. We received a tip to get in line around 10/10:15 AM in order to put our name in at 10:30 when they begin taking their reservations. They open at 11 AM and by getting there around 10 AM, we were able to get in with the first seating. The outdoor seating at the Jordan con house overlooks the beautiful Jordan pond and the bubbles located in Acadia national Park. Spectacular view from the restaurant and a wonderful walk around the pond before or after. If you go to the restaurant, be sure to try their popovers with blueberry jam and blueberry lemonade. Very good. The salmon meal as well as the shepherds pie were also delicious!
Written July 29, 2021
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JenniferandAlan
Easton, PA610 contributions
May 2021
What can I say about Jordan Pond and the Bubbles reflected in the clear water? It is iconic Acadia. In the summer there is always a pair of Anirondack chairs, thanks to Jordan Pond House, placed perfectly to enjoy the view. Jordan Pond and the Bubbles were both a result of glaciation. Melting glaciers left behind a moraine that blocked the water and formed Jordan Pond. Glaciation also rounded the Bubbles and formed the U shaped valley. It also left behind the erratic Bubble Rock perched atop a Bubble. My husband and I visited Acadia in early May off season to avoid the summer crowds and it was a good decision since we almost had the park to ourselves. But we couldn't have tea and popovers on the lawn at Jordan Pond House. A trade off.
Written May 24, 2021
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Ann Z
Phoenixville, PA56 contributions
Sep 2021
This is an incredibly beautiful path around Jordan Pond - but go early or parking is a nightmare! We arrived a little after 8:30 am and had no trouble with parking and a relatively empty trail for the first hour or so. The restaurant starts taking names at 10 am so the place is packed after that! When we returned from the pond loop we waited in line about 20 minutes to put our name in and then were seated within 15 minutes since there were only 2 of us. I think an early hike is the way to go - then just make the best of the wait for the restaurant. I have to say that the popovers and the blueberry crisp lived up to their reputation!
Written October 3, 2021
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MGWG
Arezzo, Italy21 contributions
Sep 2021
The restaurant had an article posted about it being a gem. Be aware that the parking is very difficult to find even with two lots in September. The parking also serves for people doing walks along the pond and other hikes. We teamed up with another couple to be a party of four. We were given a beeper and told after 10 minutes that the wait would be an additional 15 minutes. It was an hour. We were the last to be seated outside on a pleasant lawn. Since it was now 5 in the afternoon we decided to eat dinner as well as popovers. I had a lobster roll which was below average for the market price of $35. The side salad was minimal for an additional cost. My spouse had seafood chowder which was lukewarm, thin and sparse in terms of seafood. It was mostly tiny onions and potato pieces. The popovers were OK. The wasps wouldn’t give up trying to eat the strawberry jam. Would I go again? I would go for “tea” for the popovers and leave out the meal. I would appreciate knowing an accurate time for the wait.
Written September 23, 2021
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Noraatc
Sudbury, MA30,174 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Jordan Pond is an iconic image of Acadia National Park well known to tourists, but you will not find any crowds if you embark on a long hike around the pond (8.5 miles). Tourists mostly congregate on the beautiful lawn behind the gift shop and the restaurant. The views of the tranquil pond, the Bubbles, and the mountains on both sides are breathtaking and soothing.
Keep in mind that you can start your hikes to the Bubbles, Penobscot and Sargent Mountains, and Pemetic/Triad Mountains from the different wooden signing posts not far from the lawn. These hikes are more difficult that Jordan Pond Path, which is flat.
Keep in mind that you can start your hikes to the Bubbles, Penobscot and Sargent Mountains, and Pemetic/Triad Mountains from the different wooden signing posts not far from the lawn. These hikes are more difficult that Jordan Pond Path, which is flat.
Written May 15, 2021
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alwi0825
Cape May Court House, NJ56 contributions
Sep 2021
Words cannot express the beauty in Acadia and Maine in general. We rented E-bikes and rode the Carriage roads to Jordan Pond House. We got there at 11:15 and still had to wait 1 hour for a table to eat at the Jordan Pond House due to the crowds. E-bike is the way to get there without worrying about parking. Otherwise, highly recommend parking at the Hull's Cove Visitor Center and taking the shuttle. Food was ok, still delicious, but very simple. Popovers were awesome!!
Written September 26, 2021
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EaglesFan27
Reading, PA584 contributions
Jun 2021
Acadia has so much variety, but I think the Jordan Pond is the most peaceful. It can get very crowded during peak times, and the parking lot is nearly impossible to find a spot from 10am-2pm. Go in the morning or evening when crowds are low. We combined the Jordan Pond with the South Bubble Trail to get an elevated view of everything.
Written June 19, 2021
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jmpncsu
Raleigh, NC4,371 contributions
Aug 2021
We took our dog for a hike around Jordan Pond. It's a very popular area so try to arrive early. We got there around 8 and there was still plenty of parking, but it was full when we finished. The Jordan Pond Path makes a 3 mile loop around the lake with nice views. The hike is moderate if you stay on Jordan Pond Path, no significant elevation gain but a few rocky spots on the west side of the lake. No swimming is allowed however. Several other trails link up with Jordan Pond Path to extend the hike. We also hiked up to the Bubbles, which was a great hike as well.
Written September 24, 2021
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AdventureAmy1
Orlando, FL376 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
We stopped in and grabbed a pager from guest services window One hour wait so we hiked/strolled around the lake a bit. They were pretty accurate with the timing. Got a seat inside (ps would have been happier outside and it was freezing inside) and had popovers and tea (root beer for my husband) delicious strawberry preserves served with them. We really enjoyed and tried to go back a couple days later but the line was super long! Try it if you get a chance. We went at 3 the first time- seemingly a better time than 12:30!!
Written September 23, 2021
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DLP
New Jersey1,738 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
This was one of our favorite locations within the park. We arrived late in the day as most people were leaving and it was quiet. The kids enjoyed playing on the rocks and we walked halfway around the pond and back which was an easy flat trail. The sights, the sounds and the smells were just magnificent.
Written July 25, 2021
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jdmayo
Marco Island, FL17 contributions
Planning a visit soon. How long does it take walking the Jordan Path? Trying to coordinate hiking the path and eating at the Jordan Pond House.
JustPeachy17
Atlanta, GA
We didn't hike around the entire lake. I think the path is about 3 miles (you should check that). If so, you could probably do this in roughly an hour. The 1/4 to 1/3 of it that we hiked was quite flat. Hopefully someone else who did hike the whole loop can provide you with a better answer, but that's what I can offer.
LizieLou22
Midland, TX99 contributions
Can you push a stroller or wagon on the full trail around Jordan Pond?
Dianna H
Pensacola, FL204 contributions
No you cannot. You can walk about halfway around if you go to the right. But there is a small wood bridge that you cross, and at that point, things get hairy. We did not anticipate how difficult the path became. We climbed out on rock ledges and did alot of walking on two boards nailed side by side. It isn't particularly "difficult." It's only difficult if you anticipated an easy stroll.
reginakron
Durham, NC5 contributions
where is the Trail head to Jordan Pond - the easier way
Lizzy K
11 contributions
Without having the map in front of me the easier portion of the trail starts off to the , if you are looking at the pond from the restaurant, to the left of the restaurant. As you wrap around the other side is where the trail gets rockier. Hope this helps!
PuffinLover2016
St. Petersburg, FL2 contributions
I wanted to ask about Jordan Pond. Did you see any birds there? I am wanting to see LOONS & sometimes they might have babies by now. Did you see any birds? Also some one said something about "Black Flies" -- what are those? Biting flies? Should I spray on bug spray? Thank you.
Donna M
NEWTON166 contributions
I am not a bird watcher so I don't know about loons. I had no problem with flies. I was there before Memorial Day. I've heard they are closer to the coastline and in the summer along the coastline.
pdhaviland
Rockland, ME1 contribution
Do I need a reservation for tea at Jordon House? What is the time and price?
Donna M
NEWTON166 contributions
I would call about reservations. It almost felt like a club atmosphere and the prices were more than what I would normally pay. A cup of seafood chowder was $11.50.
Kathy J
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States52 contributions
Would anyone go to Maine in December?
Frequently Asked Questions about Jordan Pond
- Jordan Pond is open:
- Sun - Sat 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
- We recommend booking Jordan Pond tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 5 Jordan Pond tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Jordan Pond:
- Premium Narrated Bus Tour of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (3.5 Hours) (From $83.77)
- Ultimate Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour (From $10.00)
- Best of Maine Private Autumn Boutique Full Day Tour (From $300.00)
- Bar Harbor Bash Scavenger Hunt (From $18.00)
- Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour (From $11.99)
- Hotels near Jordan Pond:
- (4.79 mi) Acadia Cottages
- (5.04 mi) Maples Inn
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- (4.35 mi) The Harbour Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast
- (5.11 mi) Saltair Inn Waterfront B&B
- Restaurants near Jordan Pond:
- (0.17 mi) Jordan Pond
- (4.59 mi) Common Good Kitchen Cafe
- (5.09 mi) Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen
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- (5.05 mi) Cafe This Way