Cars in Bar Harbor area

We would probably fly into Portland and drive to Bar Harbor, if we go to Maine this August. Would we want a rental car for the entire time, or do we only need it going to and from Portland? Is it helpful to have a car in Bar Harbor, or can you get pretty much anywhere on shuttles and whatever other public transportation is available?

Cars in Bar Harbor area

It all depends on what you want to do. The Island Shuttle stops at a lot of places on the island and you can do quite a lot just using that service. We%26#39;ve found the problem with that is that the shuttle brings you to great places where there are lots and lots of other people, especially in August. I would recommend using the shuttle to get around Ocean Drive (traffic in August is a killer there) and a car to see the rest of the island. You can still find amazing places to go and not see many people.

Cars in Bar Harbor area

The shuttle does not go to the top of Cadillac Mountain which is a great place for sun rise or sun set. I agree with the above poster. Use the shuttle for one way hikes or to go to the Jordan Pond House for popovers. The parking there is very often full and the bus makes things so much easier.

You can access the shuttle route map and schedules at:

http://www.exploreacadia.com

I%26#39;ll add my vote to the two previous ones. The shuttle is the best bet for getting into the park (except, as noted, for the Cadillac summit). A car would be handy for going to the western side or southern end of the island to have dinner or explore the area.

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