Things to Do in Acadia National Park with Kids
THE 10 BEST Acadia National Park Things to Do with Kids
Things to Do in Acadia National Park with Kids
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- Frances GDes Moines, IA74 contributionsMust make the effort to go. The scenery is beautiful. You feel like you’re close to heaven! Do get your ticket early just in case they sell outWritten October 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- summertime66Bethlehem, PA181 contributionsThis is a fantastic way to see the park! We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the time in the park!! Everything was so clear and easy to find!Written September 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Decaf4meBoise, ID71 contributionsBest little beach! It’s small in size but big in treasures. We found many treasures and this is the first place I have ever found sea glass!Written September 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ramahamaChicago, IL12 contributionsWe went on the architectural bridge tour and really learned a lot about the Carriage Roads, Acadia Nat'l Park and the Rockefellers. Our guide, Carrie, was a lot of fun, very interesting and unbelievably knowledgeable about the carriage roads. The tour was two hours long, which was the perfect amount of time. A beautiful way to see the park.Written September 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marty BielickiStuart, FL15,496 contributionsLooking out from the Jordan Pond Restaurant, there are two ways to go. Going “right” is the easy part of this trail. Going left is a harder part due to the boulders which I would like to forget. Read on to see why.
Going right is easy, flat and has many vistas of the pond—more like a lake. You will not be the only ones on this trail though. We did see one Park Ranger who made her rounds around the lake.
The path is 3.1 miles long around the deepest and 2nd largest lake in the park. One can kayak and canoe on the pond, but no swimming allowed as Jordan Pond is a watershed for surrounding communities.
As you round the bend on the other side, the boulders will start increasing. It is on one of those “flat” boulders that my wife began to wobble. I caught her just in time before falling over towards the water—where there are more boulders.
As she was moving forwards, I stepped on the same boulder where she just wobbled from. I did not wobble. I just fell towards the lake.
Luckily, a number of hikers had bandages and wipes to help me. I fell right between a crevice of boulders. I was definitely bleeding.
Maybe it is from my college football days, I did not suffer any broken bones. My ego was shattered though—completely. How did I fall?
My wife insisted that we go back on the “easy” side of the pond. I had escaped a major tragedy. There is no cell service that far out.
We toasted with a beer at Jordan Pond restaurant (a review posted for that too) and had a delicious popover with strawberry jam and butter.
If you found this review to be helpful in any way, please press “Thumbs-up” to let me know.Written September 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GoHawksAnkenyIowaAnkeny, IA645 contributionsModerate hike, slightly uphill , path is mixed with dirt , tree roots and rocks. If was foggy today when we hiked so didn’t have a great view…but rock was massive. Got there at 8:15 and parking lot was half full but when we left cars were waiting for spots.Written July 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rebecca BBondurant, IA8 contributionsSo much fun! And the views are amazing! We took the Cadillac Cliff trail and enjoyed the little bit of challenge it provided. I would absolutely do this again!Written September 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MBones7Westfield, NJ95 contributionsSmall parking area so get there early. Fairly easy walk down to Otter Point and the views are fantastic. Wish it were longer and on a loop but well worth it.Written August 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- dlenane78Rochester, NH615 contributionsBeautiful scenery. Did not hear the “thunder” as it was very crowded and lots of chatter. But the view was beautiful and would recommend.Written September 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BangkokSachseBangkok, Thailand51,641 contributionsWe visited the Echo Lake Beach in late August. The beach is beautiful and from swimming for kids. The parking was almost full when we got there. There are change rooms and restrooms near the Echo Lake Beach.Written August 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cathy JForest, VA25 contributionsLittle Hunters Beach trail is off the beaten path and the crowds seen not to have found it yet. Shhhhhh! Don’t tell! This was our best experience hiking in Acadia. Granted, it is a short trail, probably between a quarter and half a mile. But it is a pretty walk and oh my! When you reach Little Hunters Beach you’ll be amazed by the beautiful rocks. Pinks, grays, and whites in every size imaginable. Highly recommend this location. You could even bring lunch and sit on a rock to eat and enjoy the gorgeous surroundings.Written July 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RICART75Peru, IN2,360 contributionsBeing early May, we were able to travel the loop without a reservation; and being off-season this primarily one-way road was lightly traveled. This allowed for one to travel slowly and/or pullover easily, without impeding others.
This is a wonderful option to orient oneself to the natural splendor and beauty of Acadia; with numerous opportunities to pull over and leisurely explore the trails, paths and overlooks available.Written June 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - drkiki2015Washougal, WA492 contributionsSome nice features here that you won't find elsewhere in the park--a birch teepee, a wooden bridge spanning the springs, and a garden of plants that are natural to the area. Unlike some areas in the park, this is on the flat and easy to walk--a bit protected from the wind as well.Written October 13, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WYSWYGNew Jersey106 contributionssmall garden but very educational. you get to know the nature of the landscape of the island such as type of trees, bushes, flowers, moss, lichen, and frogs.Written July 31, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NickyD0500Long Island, NY696 contributionsGreat hike in a not-too-popular area of Acadia. Nice option when other trails are packed with tourists. Spectacular views from overlook below summit. Rated "easy', but moderate for our 65+ bodies.Written October 13, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
