Mount Desert, ME 04660
Mount Desert, Maine Lodging, Real Estate, Travel & Visitor Information

First settled in 1761, Mount Desert can be found on Mount Desert Island, between Tremont and Bar Harbor, Maine. Bordered on the southeast by Sargent and Penobscot Mountains, Mount Desert includes the villages of Seal Harbor, Somesville, Otter Creek, Hall Quarry, Pretty Marsh and Northeast Harbor.

With its natural environment, stunning landscapes, and proximity to Acadia National Park, Mount Desert is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. It offers over 100 miles of hiking trails, including Norumbega Mountain and Thuya Gardens. With over 50 miles of 'carriage' roads, biking is another enjoyable activity acorss the communities. Locals and visitors continually enjoy canoeing, kayaking, boat cruises, galleries, museums, theater, fishing, golfing, tennis, carriage rides and shopping.