Otter Creek Travel Guide
Mount Desert
Visit Otter Creek
Popular places to visit
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
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
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Otter Creek
Otter Creek Inn
Wonderful staff, room and food offered. Friendly and cute setting close to outlets!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
The Pathmaker Hotel
We really enjoyed staying at the pathmaker, the staff were really friendly and kind. Will definitely be staying here if we return to bar harbor
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Bar Harbor Manor
One of the best experiences I’ve ever had with lodging. Christopher greeted us when we arrived and even provided info on restaurants. He could not have been friendlier or more helpful. The next morning Candace spent time with us planning our trip to Acadia with recommendations for parking and hiking ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
Very enjoyable hotel. The 2-room suite was extremely spacious and had great lighting and windows, very convenient furnishings. The staff was welcoming, the breakfast (mostly continental) delightful, the electric car charging easy, and of course, the location downtown bar harbor was perfect. Special ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Main Street Motel
Everything was fantastic
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
Stay was great.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otter Creek
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
