Hancock County Travel Guide

Maine

Beautiful hike around the lake in Acadia National Park. Fall 2018.
Beautiful hike around the lake in Acadia National Park. Fall 2018.
A crowd of beach go-ers enjoy the summer sun in Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. Being from the south, we thought it was too cold to swim in the ocean so we opted for a hike instead. Luckily, we stumpled upon a freshwater lake on our hike that was a bit warmer than the ocean. The view over the beach was amazing! #waterlust
First day in Acadia National Park
I was so lucky to get this shot. Battled traffic and had a short run to get there just as the sun set. Just missed the best light but still came away with this. It's an iconic location but with light like this how could I not take the iconic shot? #Golden

Popular cities in Hancock County

Bar Harbor which includes a bay or harbour and boating
Bar Harbor
Known for Ports, Bars and Nature
Salty sea air, rugged granite cliffs and sandy beaches welcome visitors to this island refuge on the northeastern U.S. coast.

Reasons to visit

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
  • Cadillac Mountain
  • Village Green
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Acadia National Park featuring forests and a bridge
Mount Desert
Known for Islands, Ports and Bars
Explore Mount Desert: its island views, hiking, bars and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Jordan Pond
  • Carriage Roads
  • Somes Sound
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Winter Harbor
Winter Harbor
Known for Ports, Musicals and Seafood
Escape to secluded Winter Harbor! Enjoy its musicals, marina and desert views.

Reasons to visit

  • Schoodic Peninsula
  • Schoodic Point
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Ellsworth
Ellsworth
Known for Bars, Ports and Nature
Experience the natural setting, opera and riverfront in Ellsworth!

Reasons to visit

  • Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters
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Castine
Castine
Known for Ports, Small town and Family-friendly
Come to quaint Castine and enjoy its beaches, forests and university life.

Reasons to visit

  • Dyce Head Lighthouse
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Blue Hill
Blue Hill
Known for Canoeing, Kayaking and Waterfalls
Come to Blue Hill and enjoy its canoeing, waterfalls and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • The Blue Hill Wine Shop
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