Biking Acadia National Park Carriage Roads
A short video showing some of the great scenery along the carriage roads in Maine's Acadia National Park. More details here:
The ride DOWN Cadillac Mountain:
Mountain Biking the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park - Bar Harbor, Maine
Today we are visiting the stunning Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine. Much to my chagrin there is no mountain biking on the island, but of course that wasn’t enough to stop me from finding an excuse to ride. Way back in the early 20th century a vast network of crushed stone roads were built throughout Acadia National Park for the use of hikers, horse riders, and most importantly, bikers. No cars allowed thank you very much. These trails, commonly referred to as the “Carriage Roads” are in my option one of the coolest ways to experience the park, soak in its beautiful features all while pedaling your little heart out.
But I wasn’t alone for this adventure. My wife and our good friends Jon, Judy, and their daughter all saddled up for our 20 mile, five and a half hour tour of the Carriage Roads.
Along the way we stopped at a handful of the beautiful, granite bridges built throughout the carriage roads. Each one was individually designed with the intent to both blend into the background and be a work of art to admire all on their own.
Once you are done checking out the bridges be sure to plan ahead so you can grab lunch at the Jordan Pond House. This restaurant is right inside the park, has a sweet name, and the expectedly fantastic views are matched by delicious food and drink.
The week we spend exploring the park is something I look forward to doing every year. I am so glad that this year I was able to share our biking adventure with you. If you want to see more videos like this one click subscribe and drop me a note below what you thought of Acadia National Park.
Thank you so much for watching. Now it’s your turn, get out there and ride.
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riding the carriage roads in acadia national park ~ mt. desert island, maine ~ september 30, 2010
~ another remarkable feature of acadia national park are the carriage roads that criss-cross the east side of the island. mr. rockefeller had these built in the 30s so that he could bring his guests into the interior of the island with relative ease. now, they are used for hiking and biking and horseback riding and they are sooo fun!
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Coordonnées GPS: 44°24'32.3N 68°14'50.4W
Il n'existe qu'un seul parc national sur la côte Est américaine et c'est celui-ci. Il est très fréquenté par les américains, mais peu connu de nous les québécois.
Nos voisins nous avaient déjà parlé de Bar Harbor, localité située à proximité du parc national. La curiosité aidant et désirant découvrir de nouveaux horizons, nous avons décidé de nous y rendre et y passer une fin de semaine.
Ce parc est situé sur l'île des Monts Déserts (Mount Desert Island). Il s'agit d'un secteur protégé et des frais d'entrée sont exigés.
En fait, le coût de la passe est de 25 $ US par voiture et elle est valide pour une période de 7 jours. On peut se la procurer directement au Centre des Visiteurs à l'entrée du parc ou directement sur le web à l'adresse suivante: .
On retrouve dans ce parc mer, plages, lacs et montagnes. C'est pourquoi une multitude d'activités y sont proposées: randonnées pédestres ou en vélo, kayak, paddle board, croisières, etc.
En ce qui nous concerne, pour cette première visite, nous emprunterons la Loop Road en voiture. Il s'agit en fait d'une route panoramique de 43 km qui nous permet de découvrir les différents attraits touristiques du parc.
La grande majorité du parcours est à sens unique et celui-ci offre des points de vue exceptionnels sur le littoral, les lacs et montagnes.
En premier lieu, nous nous sommes arrêtés à un belvédère afin d'avoir une vue panoramique de la ville de Bar Harbor (voir vidéo C'est à ce moment-là que j'ai découvert qu'il existait un tombolo reliant Bar Harbor à Bar Island.
Un tombolo est créé lorsque la marée est basse. L'eau se retire, permettant un étroit passage qui relie la côte et l'île.
Je me suis informée de la prochaine marée basse. Elle serait à 17h30. Nous nous y rendrons donc en fin de journée (voir vidéo
Nous avons fait un court arrêt au Beaver Dam Pond. Nous n'avons vu aucun castor lors de notre visite. Seule une grosse grenouille a attiré notre attention.
Nous avons également fait un arrêt à Sand Beach, l'unique plage de sable de ce parc (voir vidéo ainsi qu'au Thunder Hole, une petite baie dans laquelle les vagues viennent se fracasser (voir vidéo
Quelques arrêts également le long des falaises ainsi qu'à Otter Cove et puis nous avons fait une petite pause au Jordan Pond House sur l'heure du midi pour s'y restaurer.
Il y avait une longue file d'attente au restaurant. Nous nous sommes donc dirigés à l'étage supérieur. Il y a une petite boutique offrant soupe, sandwiches et grignotines. Le tout était succulent. Cependant, le total de la facture est plutôt élevé.
Un petit détour sur les rives du Lac Jordan nous a permis d'observer un couple pratiquer le paddle bord avec leurs deux petits chiens à leur côté.
Et puis, nous avons pris la route qui mène au sommet du mont Cadillac afin d'avoir une vue panoramique non seulement du parc, mais également de tout le littoral, incluant Bar Harbor (voir vidéo
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Biking the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park Bar Harbor Maine
Jay and Monika bike in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor Maine.
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Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 3.5 million visits a year, it's one of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the United States. Visitors enjoy 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads.
Part One: Acadia National Park's Transportation Plan
The National Park Service is developing a transportation plan to improve safety, reduce congestion and conflicts among people traveling on park roads, and protect park resources and values. The public has 60 days, from April 27 to June 26, 2018 to provide input to all alternatives in a Draft Transportation Plan / Environmental Impact Statement. Learn more at
4 Tips to Explore Acadia National Park in Your RV
Acadia National Park in Maine is the East Coast Version of Yosemite. A destination for millions of people annually it is also a great destination to take your RV or pack the tent and spend some days communing with nature. The team at CampgroundViews.com does our part to help your visit be more enjoyable by providing tips and tricks for enjoying the park.
Tip 1 - Ditch the car or RV and take the free park shuttle. Driving throughout Acadia the shuttle provides access to all the popular spots without stress or worry.
Tip 2 - Hike the bar in Bar Harbor. At low tide a sand bar allows foot and vehicle traffic to cross to the island across the harbor. Even if you do not make it there is sea life right there. Hike the trails of Acadia! Seems simple enough but so many don't do it. plan on hiking at least one hill top route during your stay.
Tip 3 - Bring a bike. Acadia National Park is one of the most bike friendly parks in teh world. With 45 miles of carriage roads open to cycling the dirt paths allow you to discover the interior of the park by bike.
Tip 4 - Go in early September. Only one time during the year does the US Coast Guard allow you access to their lighthouses.
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Biking The Carriage Roads of Acadia National Park
A first person bike ride through the beautiful Carriage Roads of Acadia National Park, as well as some clips of the rocky coast and beautiful forestland of the park. The bike cam clips were shot with a Nikon D90 with a 10-20mm wide angle lens to take it all in. Use extreme caution and be aware of the dangers involved when attempting high speed mountain biking with no hands while filming with a DSLR! Soundtrack by moe.
Cycling the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park
Check out our Acadia in Autumn Top 10 Guide for more ideas on what to do on your visit to Acadia National Park.
Come along as we ride the central corridor of the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park. We will start at the parking area off of Eagle Lake Road and ride down the western edge of the lake and on to the southern tip of Jordan Pond. We will loop around the southern side of The Triad Peak, skirt the western edge of Bubble Pond before returning on the eastern side of Eagle Lake.
Biking in Acadia National Park : Travel Vlog
We went camping at Acadia National Park and spent our first day biking around the carriage roads in the park. They have some of the most scenic roads to bike on that cars aren't allowed on. We ended up doing 32 miles that day and we were beat at the end. Then it was back to Seawall Campground for some relaxation. Enjoy!
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Carriage Path Bridge, Acadia National Park
One of the many bridges along the carriage paths in Acadia National Park, Maine - September, 2009
Horses & Frogs on the Carriage Roads - Acadia National Park - Maine
We brought our bikes into Acadia National park to ride the carriage roads. Built by John D. Rockefeller in an effort to keep cars out of the park, these roads are continually maintained and are a great way for walkers, joggers, horses, carriages and bikers to see Acadia. We had a great time on our ride, ate a picnic lunch and caught frogs at Bubble Lake, and met some horses on the path.
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Mine and Adam's trip to Acadia National Park in Maine. A beautiful, peaceful place and a great few days in the
Acadia National Park - Maine - Carriage Road Bridge
Acadia National Park in Maine - Carriage Road Bridge
Acadia National Park: Loop Road Drivelapse Dash Cam
Dashcam drive around the scenic loop road in Acadia National Park, on Mount Desert Island, Maine, near Bar Harbor. The drive begins atop Cadillac Mountain, then makes a clockwise circle around the scenic loop.
Skiing on Acadia National Park Carriage Roads
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Top 8 Destinations in Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park is one of the most incredible places you will ever visit. This national park is known by many as the crown jewel of the north atlantic coast. In this video, I want to share with you 8 of my favorite destinations within this park.
*UPDATE - I FORGOT ONE TOP DESTINATION!! BE SURE TO VISIT BAR HARBOR AS WELL FOR MORE MAINE CULTURE*
Bar Harbor Walking Tour Video:
Starting off with the first spot in acadia, Thunder Hole is an excellent location to see waves crash in to a hole in the rocks, where they make a thunderous boom and spash dozens of feet in the air. This is a destination in Acadia that does not require a hike, and instead can be reached via a parking lot across the road, or by taking the free Acadia National Park shuttle.
Secondly, make sure to stop by the Acadia National Park visitor center. I always recommend talking to a ranger or at least reading the signs in a visitor center so you can be aware of any closed trails, trail maintenance, dangers, as well as the positive things to look for like the history, geology, and biology of the park.
Destination number 3 is Gorham mountain trail, which brings you up to a 525 ft. elevation summit with spectacular views over the coastline. Unfortunately it was crowded during my visit, but this view was still impressive
The fourth destination is Bass Harbor Head Light (lighthouse) which is the iconic short red light house. This light house is historic and offers a beautiful view of the Maine coastline. this is a symbol of Acadia National Park and should not be skipped!
Be sure to indulge in the north atlantic costal culture with some fresh lobster purchased from a local fisherman. Be sure to not pay too much at mass retailers, and instead buy directly from the fishermen.
Destination five is Jordan Pond, Jordan House, and the surrounding carriage trails. These trails are perfect for hiking, biking, and exploring the beautiful nature without much strain. The pond and house offer unique scenerey, and a full service restaurant. If you are looking to go out to eat, I recommend either going to the Jordan Pond House, or perhaps Bar Harbor (
Destination six is Penobscot mountain. I chose the Jordan Cliffs hike to the peak because it is less crowded than Cadillac mountain, and offers an equally amazing view. If you are not up for this hike, you can drive to the summit of cadillac mountain on a non-crowded day (or early in the morning to be the first people in the US to see the sunrise!) Jordan Cliffs Trail is probably the most strenuous hike I encountered in Acadia, so be sure to only take this trail if you are an experienced hiker, and if the rocks are not slippery
Destination seven is a ride along park loop road. I recommend either rifding the free shuttle, or driving this loop to see most of the park
Number eight then is Bubble Rock. This iconic boulder balances on the edge of a cliff. Bubble rock was moved many miles by glaciers long ago and weighs more than two african elephants. This is a must-see and is only a 1 mile hike to the summit.
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Acadia National Park Jordan pond carriage road
Riding south towards Jordan Pond.