Shore Path
Shore Path
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2,009 reviews
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William McC
Boston, MA360 contributions
Sep 2022
A salute to Bar Harbor for this jewel of a walk, affording multi-million-dollar views of Frenchman Bay to all! Even on a rainy day, the seascape of rocky/kelpy shore, a wide variety of vessels on the move or secured, and wooded islands is the equal of many available in the adjacent Acadia National Park. In the other direction, magnificent estates and gardens, maintained to a widely varying degree that only adds to their charm. The interpretive signs are also lovingly maintained little works of village art. Parking at a very reasonable price can be found; just follow the signage leading you off the main tourist thoroughfares.
Written October 5, 2022
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Jeff N
Centreville, VA65 contributions
Oct 2021
We used the path to view the sunrise over the harbor. We decided not to try the crowds on Cadillac mountain. The view from the harbor was fantastic. Catching the lobster boats as they headed to their traps was an interesting bonus. If you are staying on that side of Bar Harbor, there are a couple of pathways back up the hill versus going all the way back to the port area.
Written November 1, 2021
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Liz Cutler
Bar Harbor, ME16 contributions
Mar 2020
The idea that this rock from somewhere else travelled with the glacier and eventually dropped down fascinates me. I love to see the geological variety in this area. The colors are different every time I come here thanks to weather, tide, time of day, season and where I decide to set up to paint. Seldom do I see someone walk past without being drawn to it, even for a moment.
Written March 17, 2020
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Rhonda P
Adams Basin, NY149 contributions
Jul 2021
Step away from the hustle and bustle of the shopping areas and take a quiet stroll along this path. So pretty and serene. Highly recommend it - easy walk, can go at your own pace, nothing treachous and there are some benches to sit and enjoy the view as you walk along.
Written July 14, 2021
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Paul R
Kansas City, MO112 contributions
Jul 2021
Fun, never the same because of fog, boat traffic, other walkers, high or low tide. Good for round trip to get your steps in. At 9:00, you pass the yoga class. Take a picture at the tilted rock for fun
Written July 21, 2021
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Cindy M
Uncasville, CT328 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
We walked this path late morning. I found it to be very beautiful and plenty of things take pictures of. DH only walked the path, where went down onto the rocks to get better pictures. There were a few benches and a small park to sit down to catch your breath.
Written July 7, 2021
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NPSeaker
Albany, NY338 contributions
Oct 2022
I love this walk. It’s just the right length and even when there are a lot of people, they are so spread out that you have times by yourself, spouse and ocean. The views and sounds are so relaxing. We usually make a loop through downtown and usually walk this at least twice during our time in Bar Harbor.
Written November 7, 2022
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Dave L
5 contributions
Oct 2020
We walked part of Shore Path while waiting for the sunrise. Great early walk to do plus there were plenty of places to take pics of the sunrise and see the lobster boats go out. Some beautiful houses on the way.
Written October 23, 2020
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Susan K
Ann Arbor, MI80 contributions
Jun 2022
We walked this several times, enjoying views of the ocean and schooner departing. It was never crowded. We found this to be a nice way to see the ocean and get some exercise for free! About 1.5 miles round trip. Easy walk. We didn't do it, but you can walk it early and see the sunrise. Highly recommend!
Written June 9, 2022
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Mary M
Lyndonville, VT83 contributions
Jul 2020
This path along the shore downtown in Bar Harbor is a beautiful stroll. Especially in the morning when it is not that busy. Once you get to the end of the path just keep going and it will bring you back to Main Street and you can continue to explore the shops. If you are going during the summer of 2020 most places are open and it is not very crowded.
Written August 3, 2020
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carlm1933
Winter Garden, FL
Are there tours of Acadia National Park and bar harbor?
Donna G
Ocean255 contributions
There is a trolley tour but if you have a car you can drive around and stop at all of the scenic lookouts and park and hike too. You can bring or rent bikes and bike the carriage trails as well.
Caralani
La Jolla, CA
Hi, where can you go swimming at Bar Harbor?
307leven
Stroudsburg, PA283 contributions
Bar Harbor doesn't really have any sand beaches for swimming. Other than the swimming pools at the different hotels and motels in Bar Harbor, the closest beach that I saw was Sand Beach, which is about 4 miles south of Bar Harbor, just off of Park Loop Road. We were there in the 3rd week of August and the water was still pretty chilly and there weren't many people swimming.
Are dogs allowed along Shore Path with a leash?
yosef g
Aventura, FL39 contributions
Yes, with a leash of course.
Irene L
Montebello, CA13 contributions
Whats the difference between the Ocean Trail Walk and the Shore Path? Can I access the Ocean Walk near the pier?
FREDERICK M
West Hartford, CT24 contributions
Yes
Galya
Hoboken, NJ16 contributions
Is there any easy (free) parking lot by the shore path? Thank!
Thekansaspyet
Middletown, CT718 contributions
There is 2 hr free parallel parking all over downtown Bar Harbor. There is also several town parking lots all off Main St. or Mt Desert street, the trouble is that the town is usually packed from mid day to late afternoon and then the dinner crowd. If you have patience, you will usually find a spot without too much effort. If you can walk 5 blocks or so from the center or town and shops, you will find more spaces. Cottage street usually is good for us to find parking. The shore path can be accessed from about 4 different streets in downtown, depending upon how long you want to walk and which direction. There is a public parking lot right by the path on I believe Albert Meadow, and also down by the town pier. Just obtain one of the many info maps before you get on the island. There are info buildings on the causeway and one downtown on the corner of Cottage street with all the menus, maps, and go to places that you would want.
w1nniethepooh
Baltimore, Maryland156 contributions
Does this excursion cost anything if you just want to walk the path?
Matthew G
United States26 contributions
The shore path is free. It is not part of the national park system so it does not require a park pass. Just walk whenever you want.
Ann C D
Patterson, NY1 contribution
How do we get to the ferry to Yarmouth Nova Scotia What time does it leave and what is the closes hotel/ motel in the area and what ever information we need to make this trip
Bruce R
Providence, RI64 contributions
Your option for the ferry to Nova Scotia is to board in South Portland, ME. I believe it is now called Nova Star Cruises.
Shore Path (Bar Harbor) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- We recommend booking Shore Path 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 1 Shore Path tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Shore Path:
- (0.02 mi) Bass Cottage Inn
- (0.02 mi) Yellow House Bed & Breakfast
- (0.10 mi) Bar Harbor Inn
- (0.05 mi) Ullikana Cottage on the Harbor
- (0.08 mi) Seacroft Inn
- Restaurants near Shore Path:
- (0.06 mi) The Stadium
- (0.06 mi) Coffee Hound Coffee Co.
- (0.09 mi) Reading Room Restaurant
- (0.09 mi) Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast
- (0.09 mi) The Terrace Grille
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