Located just off the east coast of Maine, Mount Desert Island was first discovered by explorers from Europe in 1604, and was first settled in 1762. Today the island draws a regular contingent of summer vacationers who come to enjoy a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities. Apart from enjoying a large selection of marine activities including scenic cruises, canoe and kayak excursions and all types of boating, visitors can also spend some time enjoying the extraordinary Thuya Garden Preserve where there are 3 gardens to admire and acres and acres of protected areas to explore. It is no surprise that such a beautiful location attracts many artists and you can look forward to visiting several galleries and studios in the quaint New England towns that dot the shores of Somes Sound. CDC information for travelers. Hours/availability may have changed.
5 Best Things to Do on Mount Desert Island, Maine
- Asticou Azalea Garden, Mount Desert, Maine, Photo: styxclick/stock.adobe.com
- Thuya Garden Preserve, Mount Desert, Maine, Photo: methaphum/stock.adobe.com
- Things to Do in Mount Desert, Maine: Somes Sound, Photo: mandritoiu/stock.adobe.com
- Things to Do in Mount Desert, Maine: Acadia Repertory Theatre, Photo: whyframeshot/stock.adobe.com
- Christopher Smith Galleries, Mount Desert, Maine, Photo: francescodemarco/stock.adobe.com
- Cover Photo: mandritoiu/stock.adobe.com
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