Pretty Marsh
Mount Desert
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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
Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island: GPS-Guided Walking and Driving Bundle
Top hotels in Pretty Marsh
The Inn on Mount Desert
Great service. Very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
The Pathmaker Hotel
We had an expected appointment in the Bar Harbor area and needed a place to stay for the night. The website was easy to navigate and the hotel is easy to find. They do offer parking under the hotel, but looks limited. Off season we were able to park right next door. The lobby and hotel were nicely ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Colonial Inn Ellsworth
Very clean i,m still here
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
Everything clean, up-to-date, and great shape, although it’s a small lower key hotel, everything was top notch really
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Bar Harbor Manor
Great stay!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Super friendly staff. They lent us snowshoes and poles to go hiking in the snow. They were accessible via text if we needed assistance. You can buy your Acadia passes from them. Their breakfast was great - you can order custom requests. And we enjoyed dinner at their Bistro also. Saw some families ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
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.
