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
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Pretty Marsh Hotel Deals
The Inn on Mount Desert
This was the cleanest room that I have ever stayed in. The staff was so helpful and courteous. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Colonial Inn Ellsworth
Very clean i,m still here
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
Absolutely loved my stay!!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Very good experience
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Great spot. Hotel was clean and staff was friendly. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was good and plenty. My grandson enjoyed the pool.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Cromwell Harbor Motel
We were. Ery comfortable in this hotel. Parking was great - very close to our room. It was pretty cool outside so we didn’t need air conditioning.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 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.
