Guided Ebike Tour of Acadia National Park Carriage Roads

Bar Harbor, US
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Highlights

  • Guided ebike tour of Acadia National Park
  • Direct access to the Carriage Roads
  • Exploring water bodies, bridges, and mountains
  • Rest stop at Jordan Pond House
  • Scenic photo location at Bubble Pond Bridge

Meeting Point

We will be located on at the furthest end of the parking lot on the right hand side that is dedicated for RV parking. (This location is also known as the Hulls Cove Visitor Center).

Meeting point

Bar Harbor, ME 04609 , United States

End point

End Point

We will be located on at the furthest end of the parking lot on the right hand side that is dedicated for RV parking. (This location is also known as the Hulls Cove Visitor Center).

Meeting point

Bar Harbor, ME 04609 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Duck Brook Bridge

Your tour will begin at Hull's Cove Visitor Center, where you will climb up Paradise Hill to enjoy a stunning view of Bar Harbor, Porcupine Island, and Frenchman's Bay. Next, you will proceed towards the east end of Witch Hole Pond, until you reach Duck Brook Bridge. This section of the Carriage Roads spans over 2.5 miles, and there is a restroom available at this location.

2

Eagle Lake Acadia National Park

Once we pass the Duck Brook Bridge, our tour operator usually takes a break at a beaver pond where we can observe a large community of the rodents actively working on their house and dam. After that, we continue our journey towards Eagle Lake, where we head down the west side of the lake. The distance between Duck Brook bridge and the south end of Eagle Lake is 4 miles.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Jordan Pond

After passing Eagle Lake, you will soon reach the west side of Jordan Pond, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Penobscot and Pemetic mountains. During the tour, you will stop to see the West Branch Jordan Stream Bridge, Cliffside Bridge and the Amphitheater Bridge. At the southern end of the pond, you will have a chance to take a 20-minute break at Jordan Pond House or, if you prefer, use the time to ride on a short loop down to the Cobblestone Bridge. This section of the ride covers a distance of 6 miles.

4

Jordan Pond House Restaurant

There is no admission fee, and visitors can stay for about 15 minutes. While there won't be enough time to dine, there is a quick grab-and-go food service, a gift shop, and restrooms available.

Duration 15 minutes
5

Bubble Pond

After leaving Jordan Pond House, you will need to ride an ebike for 5 miles on the Carriage Roads until you reach the north end of Bubble Pond. This particular section of the trail is very serene and picturesque, with dense forests, streams, and ponds. There is a restroom available at this location.

Duration 15 minutes
6

Hulls Cove Visitor Center

The last part of the ebike adventure through Acadia National Park Carriage Roads is around 5 miles long. When you leave Bubble Pond, you'll head up to the east side of Eagle Lake, where you can enjoy some afternoon sun. You'll then ride along Breakneck Pond and the west side of Witch Hole Pond, before finally descending from the Carriage Roads and returning to your starting point.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Additional information
    Minimum age of 16
Provided by Island Time Ebike Rentals & Tours

What our experts say

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    Arrive early for parking ease
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    Bring water; stay hydrated!
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    Don't miss Eagle Lake views
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    Wear comfortable clothing
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    Check for weather updates

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