Pretty Marsh Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pretty Marsh
Popular places to visit
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Carriage Roads
Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.
Somes Sound
Explore the waterfront of Somes Sound and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
After visiting Mount Desert Island Historical Society, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Activities
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Acadia Mount Desert Island: GPS-Guided Walking and Driving Bundle
Our pick of the best Pretty Marsh Hotel Deals
The Inn on Mount Desert
Super cute decor, and the beds were very comfortable. Loved the baked goods that were baked daily by the staff, and the breakfast never disappointed. We went during the off season, so housekeeping was on request, which was not a problem for us. The inn was walking distance from the main village center, ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Bar Harbor Manor
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Simple breakfast.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Greeted by happy Jamaican staffs who made sure our stay was comfortable. Kids loved the free stuffed beavers. Room was clean and stocked well with linens and blankets. Balcony with ocean view was the best! Wanted a quiet cold vacation from Florida and it was a good trip. S’mores by the firepit at ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
The Pathmaker Hotel
PERFECT service Very Nice Restaurant also
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
The room was perfect and staff was very friendly, regular continental breakfast included and compared to the other hotels in bar harbor this is absolutely the most bang for your buck.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
Great location staff was very courteous
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pretty Marsh
Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
Otter Creek
Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
