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Hiking in Bar Island Land Bridge: trails, map and practical info

Down East & Acadia • Maine

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François Dumaine
By François Dumaine • Contributor since 2022 • Updated 26/05/2026
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Difficulty
Easy
Distance
2 km
Elevation
21 ft
Duration
1h00
Max altitude
21 ft

An easy 1.6 km walk across a natural land bridge in Down East Maine, near Bar Harbor. 1 hour round trip with minimal elevation gain — perfect for accessing Bar Island when tides allow.

Recommended for :
Beginners

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Trail description

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Bar Island Trail, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, USA
GPS coordinates
44.3940942, -68.2107857
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The easiest way to get to the start of the trails at the bar island land bridge is to drive to the town of Bar Harbor and then take the Park Loop Road. The Park Loop Road will take you around Mount Desert Island and will eventually lead you to the bar island land bridge.

When?

Opening hours
Monday: Open 24 hoursTuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: Open 24 hoursSaturday: Open 24 hoursSunday: Open 24 hours
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
—
What to bring?
Gear
  • Hiking shoes Essential
  • Layered clothing Essential
  • Rain jacket Essential
  • Trekking poles
  • Headlamp
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Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
44.3940942, -68.2107857
Center
Not available

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Easy
21.00 m
21.00 m
Monday: Open 24 hoursTuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: Open 24 hoursSaturday: Open 24 hoursSunday: Open 24 hours
1h00
No
No
Yes, the Bar Island Land Bridge is rated as an Easy trail, making it suitable for beginners and families with basic fitness levels. The 1.6 km distance and 1h00 estimated duration make it an accessible option for those new to hiking.
The Bar Island Land Bridge trail takes approximately 1h00 to complete. This estimate is based on the 1.6 km distance and Easy difficulty rating.
The Bar Island Land Bridge has a modest elevation gain of 21 m, making it a relatively flat and easy walk suitable for hikers of all abilities.
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Update : June 2026