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Coastal Maine & Acadia Bike Tour

Discover the new england coast & acadia national park on this maine bike tour.

Imagine the cool sea breeze  as you pedal along the stunning coast, a six-day Maine Bike Tour adventure that offers an unforgettable blend of breathtaking landscapes, historic lighthouses, mouth watering lobster rolls, and the simple joy of cycling against the backdrop of Maine’s coastal splendor.

Start in vibrant Portland, cycling to iconic lighthouses like Bug and Portland Head, and savoring lobster rolls in this bustling coastal city. Then, we head to Acadia National Park, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic and the charm of Bar and Winter Harbors. We’ll spend a day exploring Acadia’s natural beauty, riding the historic Carriage Roads with flexible mileage options.

Immerse in the coastal lifestyle with a schooner ride off the coast of Camden, and experience a true New England working harbor.  The journey ends with a sunrise at the Pemaquid Lighthouse, a leisurely ride to Freeport’s attractions, and a return to Portland, where you’ll reflect on this Maine Bike Tour adventure filled with history, natural wonders, and culinary delights.

Tour Highlights

Acadia National Park

Schooner cruise

Portland Head Lighthouse

Bug Lighthouse

Ferry to Bar Harbor

Bass Harbor Head Light Station

Pemaquid Lighthouse

Lodging Options

The Press Hotel

The Central House

Lord Camden Inn

Bradley Inn

Day 1: The Maine bike tour begins in vibrant Portland, known for its maritime history and urban charm. You’ll pedal along scenic coastal roads and trails, taking in iconic landmarks like Bug Lighthouse and the historic Portland Head Lighthouse, one of the oldest in Maine. Get a taste of the coast with a famous Maine lobster roll while we explore south from Portland to Old Orchard beach along roads and the Rails-to-Trails Hall of Fame Eastern Trail. 

Day 2:  This day brings you to Winter Harbor and Acadia National Park. The 13-mile ride offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, and a ferry ride reveals stunning vistas of Cadillac Mountain. Exploring the quaint streets of Bar Harbor is a charming experience.

Day 3:   You’ll delve into the natural wonders of Acadia National Park, navigating the historic Carriage Roads throughout the park. These crushed stone trails offer cycling at your own pace, with opportunities for up to 36 miles of exploration. The day is highlighted by majestic views of Acadia’s rugged terrain and the timeless beauty of the carriage roads.  

Day 4: A scenic ride takes you through Bar Harbor’s Loop Roads, offering 35 miles of coastal beauty. A visit to Bass Harbor for lunch and a shuttle ride to Camden introduce you to two distinct coastal experiences. The day culminates with a magical schooner ride aboard the Schooner Olad at sunset.

Day 5:  Departing from Camden, you can start your day with a rewarding ascent up Mt. Battie for panoramic views if you choose. The 35-mile ride along paved roads leads you to the iconic Pemaquid Lighthouse. The journey includes the charming town of New Harbor, a working harbor, and endds with the striking beauty of the Pemaquid Lighthouse against the rocky coastline.

Day 6: Witness a mesmerizing sunrise at the Pemaquid Lighthouse and enjoy breakfast at the Bradley Inn. A leisurely 25-mile ride from Brunswick to Freeport offers scenic views, with Freeport’s attractions such as LL Bean and Wilbur Chocolates awaiting exploration. Finally, a shuttle ride returns you to Portland, where you’ll reflect on the unforgettable coastal cycling adventure.

Trip Information

Trip Length - Days

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E-bikes Allowed

Required Specifications

• 50 pounds or less weight limit
• Pedal assist only
• Removable battery
• 5+ hour battery capacity

Daily Mileage

Check In Location

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5 Breakfasts | 5 Lunches | 3 Dinners

2024 Pricing

PP Double Occupancy

Single Supplement*

Standard Bike Rental

*This is required if you are traveling solo or if you are traveling with someone but require separate beds.

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National Park, Bar Harbor & Camden

Maine's beauty lies in its rawness. Imagine tart wild blueberries. Hills rising from Acadia National Park's rocky shores. Centuries-old roads, full of character, that hug the shoreline and connect village to village. Morning mist on Penobscot Bay. Even a delicacy like Maine lobster still involves shells and claws. It's raw. It's true. It's our Maine Bike Tour.

• Bike along picturesque routes enjoying the salty sea air, the morning fog and the crash of waves on rocky shores
• Engage your senses as you listen to the silence of deep pine forests and soak up breathtaking ocean views
• Discover the countless charms of seaside Camden, with its historic homes and delightful shops and boutiques
• Experience the mouthwatering flavors of the day’s fresh catch, like lobster with plenty of butter for dipping

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Bike amid the majestic firs and towering spruces of Somes Sound on beautiful Mount Desert Island • Enjoy a tranquil ride through Acadia’s carriage road system, a gift from John D. Rockefeller Jr. in the early 1900s • Pedal over a number of lovely arched stone bridges as you follow these quiet roads past Jordan Pond and Eagle Lake • Listen to the pounding surf colliding with the rugged coastline and wonder at the lush boreal and hardwood forests blanketing the craggy hills of Acadia National Park • In the mood for a challenge? Cycle to Cadillac Mountain’s 1,532-foot summit, the North Atlantic Seaboard’s highest point and reputedly the first US location to see the rising sun.

Spectacular views and elegant accommodations await at this luxury boutique hotel on Frenchman Bay. (pool, spa)

Ride through Down East Maine, bicycling along Penobscot Bay and past classic 19th-century New England cottages • Sail along the rocky coastline in a restored windjammer • Relish Camden's sublime harborside setting and wealth of historic architecture • Bike quiet roads into the heart of Rockland, home of the Farnsworth Art Museum, nationally recognized for its rich collection of Wyeth family paintings • Cycle on to reach the picturesque Owls Head Lighthouse or return to Camden to browse the local shops and bookstores • A fabulous farewell dinner awaits at our inn’s elegant, award-winning French restaurant • Enjoy one last scenic spin through the countryside around Camden and Lake Megunticook, stroll through Camden Harbor or linger over coffee on the wraparound porch.

An award-winning restaurant, exceptional hospitality and plush amenities come together to create a "refined stylishness that balances classic with contemporary," according to Andrew Harper. A Relais & Châteaux member. Travel + Leisure World's Best.

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• All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
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• On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
• Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
• Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
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• $650 rental fee; subject to availability
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Biking and bike tours are popular activities in Acadia National Park whether bringing your own bike or if renting. Be cautious when sharing the road with vehicles and be aware of restrictions concerning biking on private carriage roads and trails.

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Cadillac Mountain Sports offers a great variety of sporting goods such as kayaks and bikes. Located in numerous places along the Bar Harbor area.

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The Bar Harbor Bike Shop is your one stop for all your biking needs. They offer bicycle rentals and many different bikes for purchase.

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See Acadia National Park and its quaint surrounding attractions as part of our 5-night all-inclusive dining, biking, lodging & cultural tour packages. Spectacular sights.

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Bar Harbor Motel | Along the Path, Secure Storage

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Jump on a bike trail into Acadia Nat'l Park right from our property. You'll love our AAA 3-Diamond property for comfortable rooms, outdoor pool & family-friendly amenities.

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The Carriage Roads of Acadia National Park are great for biking. You can ride along the one-way Park Loop Road as well. Discover the quiet side of the park along the Schoodic Peninsula.

Where to go Biking in Acadia National Park

Carriage Roads The carriage roads, about 45 miles in total are surfaced with packed fine gravel and are often used for biking. It is also popular for hikers and horses so be cautious when biking and share the road. Some carriage roads are privately owned and restricted.

Park Loop Road The Park Loop Road can be busy but it is a safe option for experienced biking since it is a one way loop with parking in the left lane. Obey the rules of the road and when traveling in groups bicycle in single file. Cadillac Mountain is steep and can be dangerous for biking.

Schoodic Peninsula Schoodic Peninsula is a part of Acadia National Park that is attached to the mainland and less crowded, perfect for biking. There is no park fee to access the Schoodic Peninsula. Encompassing 2366 acres, it is the only portion of Acadia National Park on the mainland.

Acadia National Park has a downloadable Map of the Carriage Roads (PDF). Otherwise, stop in a local bike shop and pick up a local trails map.

Safety Hazards

The Island Roads are inconsistent in surface condition and should be explored with a planned route prior to biking.

Island Shuttle

The FREE island shuttle service will take you to all of the towns on the island and all the stops in Acadia National Park. The buses have front and rear bike racks for up to 6 bikes and make regular stops along their routes to pick up tired bikers.

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Where to Ride

Are you looking for inspiration on where to ride your bike? Maine has something to offer everyone: winding, remote country lanes, picturesque coastal routes, quiet rail trails, and miles of mountainous terrain. We’ve curated hundreds of routes, from easy and short to advanced, on and off-road, with points of interest including bike service locations, food stops, scenic views, parks, and more. The routes below can sync to your smartphone or GPS device to give you reliable turn-by-turn directions. Whether you are a Maine resident or you are coming to ride from out of state, we all have a responsibility to Look Out for ME . Let’s work together to treat Maine’s abundant natural resources with respect.

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Only interested in unpaved routes? You can find our “Gravel Grinds” here .

Interactive Road Cycling Routes Map

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How to use the interactive Ride With GPS map above:

To search for your next ride using the map above, zoom in and out with the (+/-) buttons on the top left, then click on a route to see length and elevation info. Click “view route” to head over to Ride with GPS, where you can see the full description, cue sheet (turn by turn directions), and export the ride’s GPX file. No registration is required, and it is free to use. When you’re ready to hop on your bike, you have options:

• Download the app on your phone , and create a free Ride with GPS account. Begin by downloading any route you want to ride from the map above, or “ pin ” routes to save for later. Easy vocal turn by turn cues will guide you through the routes, and you’ll have access to downloaded Where to Ride routes regardless of cell reception.
• Download a route to your computer, then use the file with a GPS device of your choosing (e.g. Garmin , Wahoo ).
• No screens, no worries! Print the cue sheet and take it with you.

If you have questions about Where to Ride, contact Erik at [email protected]

For a comprehensive list of mountain bike-specific trails, please visit Trail Forks . Looking for more ways to get outside? Check out hiking, paddling, walking trails, and more at Maine Trail Finder.

Looking for rentals, folks to ride with, and more? Discover local bike shops , clubs , and peer organizations .

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Mountain biking & forest bike trails in maine.

Biking in Maine, whether on the roads or on wooded trails, is a great sport done in beautiful surroundings. Head up to Bar Harbor to bike through Acadia National Park, or down from Kittery toward Floria along the East Coast Greenway. Trails are plentiful, people are friendly, and you can see much more of this incredible state than you would from out a car window. [Photo thanks to John Matrix and Bike List ]

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Freeport and Brunswick Bike Tours by ExploreMaine

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Down East Sunrise Trail

old railroad bed Washington Junction to Ayers Junction, ME Phone:

Length: 87 miles in three sections

Saco River Bike Tour with ExploreMaine

see trail map Old Orchard Beach area, ME Phone:

Eastern Promenade Trail

Length: 2.1 miles

Maine Mountain Division Trail

Length: One 6-mile piece in Standish and another 4-mile piece in Fryeburg

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Along the Kennebec River Augusta, Hallowell, Farmingdale, and Gardiner, ME Phone:

Royal River Park

111 East Main Street Yarmouth, ME, 04096 Phone:

East Coast Greenway in Maine

Total Length: 80 Miles

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Trailheads at Elm Street and Casco Bay end of Marginal Way Portland, ME, 04101 Phone:

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Mountain Biking

A hut-to-hut mountain bike tour is a really fun way to experience the Maine backcountry, and our trail network links up with some of the best mountain biking in New England. The 80 mile plus, world-class system is suitable for both traditional mountain bikes (front suspension recommended) and fat tire bikes.

The riding accomodates all skill levels and once the temperature drops, you'll find our trails are groomed for winter snow biking, too. Easy-goers will enjoy beebopping between Stratton Brook Hut and Poplar Hut along the Narrow Gauge Pathway, a rail-trail style gravel path meandering beside the Carrabassett River, while more adventurous riders can gain some mileage on purpose-built single track and double track trails reaching as far north as Grand Falls Hut. The area from the Bunting Boat launch area to the Grand Falls is recognized as critical habitat for the Wood Turtle. Mountain Biking is permitted on the Trails leading to and around Grand Falls from July 15th - November 1st.

Make sure to book a gear shuttle for your pack with your reservation so you can cruise between huts without the extra weight.

Don't have a bike, yet? Contact one of the local bike shops below to set up a rental!

Check out TrailHUB , a free app for your phone that will give you a detailed picture of what our mountain bike trail network looks like. TrailHUB is a navigation tool with conditions updates and alerts set by the Maine Huts & Trails trail crew that lets you play like a local. Download the app, set up your account, select your state, activity, and organization (Maine Huts & Trails). Then you can view our trails, get detailed notes on their status, and even lock the screen to navigate without data as you make your way along your new favorite ride.

There are some great things happening in the Valley! Take advantage of weekend  Free Shuttle rides curtosy of our friends at Sugarloaf. Come explore, this is Maine outdoors at its best. 

Before heading out check MH&T  Trail Conditions  or the local NEMBA chapter's conditions page here .

We can keep talking about how amazing the biking is out here, or you could just come experience it for yourself!

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Find out more about out what trails are good for Fat Biking.  We have great beginner and expert rides to chose from.

Fat tire biking is a really fun way to travel from hut to hut. It’s a trend that doesn’t seem to be slowing down, so whether you’re on a fat bike yourself or see them out on the trails, here are a few things to keep in mind:

Unlike skiing, the best conditions for fat biking are when the snow is hard packed and firm- so don’t waste a good powder day on your bike. If you're planning a fat bike trip weeks or more in advance, be ready to change your plans to skiing or snowshoeing just in case we get a big snowstorm. The worst skiing conditions are the best biking conditions, as the grippy tires are built to handle some ice, and you’ll be able to balance easily with more speed.

Consider other trail users. Bikes don’t need (or want) set ski tracks, so leave the tracked trail for cross country skiers. Also, remember to yield to skiers and snowshoers. December and April are prime months for fat biking. Weather and trail conditions are unpredictable, but early morning is almost always great riding. The trails are cold and firm at first, and start getting a little tacky as the day warms up.

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Enjoy scenic rides through evergreen woods, open farmlands, working forests and quaint towns and villages. The following tours were created by the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and more information on these tours and others can be found here .

Here are the trails in The Maine Highlands Region:

The Katahdin Area Trail: Challenging

The north Maine woods and the state’s highest peak, Mt. Katahdin, provide the dramatic backdrop for this extremely challenging sixty mile loop. The final stretch between Patten, Sherman, and Island Falls lies in the shadow of Mt. Katahdin, and the views of the peak are awe-inspiring. Be sure to stop at the Lumberman’s Museum in Patten – they have an incredible display of lumbering artifacts.

Alternate #1 is a shorter thirty-five mile loop that’s nearly as scenic and which includes the southern half of this loop.

Special Features include: Spectacular views of Mt. Katahdin; the Lumberman’s Museum in Patten; abundant views of wildlife including moose, birds and deer.

The Heart of Penobscot County: Moderate

This is a land where lumber once was king. Every town and village along the route of this ninety-two mile ride for cyclists is replete with reminders of that heritage. The ride follows the Penobscot River from Bangor to Howland, before swinging west along the Piscataquis River, and finally south through the agricultural land of western Penobscot County.

Special Features include: Views of Penobscot and Piscataquis rivers; walking tour of historic Bangor; Leonards Mills Museum in Bradley; wildlife viewing.

For a more detailed description of this trail, please click here .

The Penquis Tour: Moderate

This pleasant fifty-five mile ride (shorter sixteen, thirty, and fourty-six mile options are available) takes cyclists through potitions of three Maine counties: Penobscot, Piscataquis and Somerset. Recreation is abundant because of the presence of several lakes, streams and vast tracts of wooded land. This bike tour offers terrific views of mountain scenery, scenic lakes, rivers and potato farms.

Alternate #1, is a short sixteen mile loop providing a gentle introduction to road biking down low-volume roads through rolling farmland with a view of Ripley Pond.

Alternate #2, provides an intermediate thirty mile loop which includes a visit to Dexter and Wassookeag Lake.

Alternate #3, provides a slightly shorter fourty-six mile tour.

Special features include: Historic and friendly communities of Dexter, Dover-Foxcroft and Guilford; mountain scenery; scenic lakes and rivers and potato farms.

Up, Down and Around Bangor: Moderate

This tour is designed as a short, urban tour to see the highlights of one of Maine’s largest cities. The tour is entirely on urban streets and riders must be skilled in navigating through traffic. Be sure to take time to stop and see the points of interest along the way.

Special features include: Views of the Penobscot River; historic homes, schools and historic water standpipe.

Sebasticook Valley Tour: Moderate

These pleasant loops take cyclists through twelve different towns of the Sebasticook Valley region. This region provides scenic views of Big Indian Pond, Sebasticook Lake and Plymouth Pond. The Sebasticook River intersects at many points along the tour. Scenery along the tour includes a mixture of rolling farmland, forest and quaint villages.

This tour provides both on-road and off-road possibilities. While the designated tours stay on public roads, the enterprising trip planner can use the Newport to Dexter rail trail or the Pittsfield to Hartland rail trail if some off-road experience is desired. Note that these rail trails can be muddy or soft in places and are shared with ATVs.

Special features include: Numerous lakes and ponds; rolling farmland; mountain views.

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Bethel Adventure Tours founder, Alex Carr, has been an outdoorsman his entire life. Growing up in the Bethel area he enjoyed all sorts of outdoor activities. After college he spent 22 years as a Naval Flight Officer. While stationed in Germany he completed 3 separate 500+ mile self guided bike/camping tours. Alex has skied at over 45 ski areas worldwide.

Alex has worked for over 10 years as a Maine bicycle tour guide, leading both day tours and multi-day trips. His guiding experience also includes hiking, paddling, biking, skiing, snowshoeing, and nature excursions. Alex is certified in both ski and mountain bike instruction, teaching both adult and children disciplines. He is a licensed Maine Guide and EMT.

Alex’s focus within Bethel Adventure Tours is exposing guests and visitors to all the grandeur of the Maine wilderness- both the obvious and hidden.

Katy Carr, co-owner of Bethel Adventure Tours, is a Maine native and longtime outdoor athlete.   Katy is an US Air Force veteran with deployments to Saudi Arabia and Italy.  After the military, she became a mother and registered nurse.  Her nursing specialties include oncology and holistic health. She is currently supporting the local hospital as an administrative supervisor.  

Katy’s outdoor resume includes a registered Maine Guide license, mountain bike instructor certification, Wilderness First Responder certification, cycle tour guide, and professional ski instructor.  

Katy loves hiking, mountain biking, cycling, paddle boarding, and kayaking in the warmer months.  During the winter months she enjoys skiing, snowshoeing/winter hiking, ski touring, and fat biking in the greater Bethel area.  Her greatest joy is being able to share all that Western Maine has to offer with others. 

Katy’s focus within Bethel Adventure Tours is in holistic health and wellness and women’s empowerment through outdoor experiences and adventures.

Your time in Bethel is valuable, let us help you see and experience the best. Don’t struggle with poor information, conflicting reviews of the various trails or “to see” options, or hard to find trail heads. We customize your adventure to your needs, the time available, and what is the best option for the season or the weather forecast. We do this while minimizing risk, informing on the history and nature in Western Maine, and all the while….Maximizing Your Fun!