A wayside standing up next to a rocky coast

Wayside Tour: Bass Harbor and Southwest Harbor

Acadia National Park

  • 75 - 120 minutes
  • 7 tour stops

Explore interpretive waysides located in western Acadia, including Bass Harbor, Southwest Harbor, Seawall, and the Carroll Homestead. This is a self-guided tour. Some waysides require a short walk along a flat trail that is not wheelchair-accessible. This tour begins at Echo Lake Beach. Please note that cell reception can vary throughout the park, so advance download is recommended.

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