Acadia National Park Family Glamping Multi-Adventure Tour
Mount Desert Island & Acadia National Park
From forest hikes to seaside bike rides, experience the wild charm of Acadia National Park with your family on an unforgettable glamping adventure in coastal Maine.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
From $2,999 - $3,299/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Hike to Bubble Rock and take in panoramic views of Frenchman Bay and the Bubble Mountains from Acadia’s historic carriage roads
- Pedal through pine forests, past crystal clear lakes and along the rocky shoreline of Mount Desert Island
- Kids embark on a boating adventure, hauling lobster traps and watching for wildlife on the water
- Kayak in the waters of Bar Harbor, where lobster boats, schooners and colorful buildings create a lovely coastal scene
- Make new memories with your family at Terramor Outdoor Resort, where you can rest in canvas tents and enjoy campfires and cozy evenings under the stars
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Bangor Airport & Travel Details
- Journey to the wild beauty of Acadia National Park, the first national park established east of the Mississippi River
- Walk along the park’s historic carriage roads, a scenic network of gravel byways built by John D. Rockefeller Jr. and closed to cars
- Follow the trails around Jordan Pond, with views of the iconic twin Bubble Mountains
- Climb South Bubble Mountain and see Balance Rock, a massive glacial erratic remarkable for its precarious placement on the mountain’s edge
- For additional elevation, ascend Penobscot Mountain and take in sweeping views of Frenchman Bay and the outer islands
- Kick back at Terramor Outdoor Resort, a basecamp in the woods with stylish canvas tents surrounded by the peaceful stillness of the Maine woods.
Nights 1-3
Casual Hotel
This elevated glamping retreat just outside Acadia National Park features canvas tents with en suite bathrooms and private decks as well as a central lodge where you can gather by the fire, enjoy a drink and take in the star-filled sky. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Explore Mount Desert Island, cycling beneath spruce and fir trees and along the shores of Somes Sound
- Experience Acadia’s historic carriage roads from a new perspective—on bike—riding over stone bridges and passing Eagle Lake and Jordan Pond
- Trade handlebars for paddles and kayak in Bar Harbor, admiring scenes of lobster boats, sailboats and maybe even a curious seal.
Nights 1-3
Casual Hotel
This elevated glamping retreat just outside Acadia National Park features canvas tents with en suite bathrooms and private decks as well as a central lodge where you can gather by the fire, enjoy a drink and take in the star-filled sky. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Kids break off for a hands-on marine adventure on a lobster cruise
- This afternoon, kids don beekeeper suits to learn about the life of the hive
- Adults enjoy a spin along Acadia’s Ocean Drive and take in lovely coastal views and the cliffs of Thunder Hole and Otter Point
- Pass the turquoise waters of Sand Beach and keep your eyes peeled for seabirds and seals
- Take on the steady climb to the top of Cadillac Mountain, the highest on the North Atlantic seaboard and reputedly the first place on US soil to see the rising sun
- Families reunite at Terramor and relish fresh coastal flavors over a celebratory dinner
- End your evening by the fire, with s’mores and a bit of starry wonder.
Nights 1-3
Casual Hotel
This elevated glamping retreat just outside Acadia National Park features canvas tents with en suite bathrooms and private decks as well as a central lodge where you can gather by the fire, enjoy a drink and take in the star-filled sky. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Hike the scenic Ship Harbor Trail, walking through windswept evergreens and along the pink granite ledges so distinctive of Acadia’s shoreline
- Visit Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, one of Maine’s most iconic and photographed lighthouses
- Perched dramatically atop granite cliffs in Acadia National Park, it’s a timeless symbol of Maine’s maritime heritage and one of the crown jewels of Mount Desert Island.
Nights 1-3
Casual Hotel
This elevated glamping retreat just outside Acadia National Park features canvas tents with en suite bathrooms and private decks as well as a central lodge where you can gather by the fire, enjoy a drink and take in the star-filled sky. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Bangor or Portland Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
Hiking terrain ranges from gently rolling to hilly, with some steep climbs and descents. Trails are often uneven, with roots, mud, rocks and other obstacles. Unpredictable coastal weather can make hiking conditions more challenging.
Kid-friendly routes are shorter with less elevation gain, and alternate kids’ activities are available on days with longer rides. Some sections are on bike paths with mixed terrain and intersections, so kids should be comfortable navigating stop signs and rough surfaces.
All breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Kids' bikes, trailer bikes, carriers and kid-sized helmets
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
