The Downeast/Acadia region is a sea-kayaker's paradise. But don't be fooled; the region has plenty of freshwater paddling as well.
Downeast/Acadia region trips
Includes locations in Deer Isle, Isle Au Haut, Bar Harbor, Mt. Desert Island, Jonesport and more.
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Long Pond
Southwest Harbor
Flat Water
beginner
This is quiet-water paddling at its best, the coal black water beckoning for a swim.
Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park
Bar Harbor
Sea Kayaking
adv. beginner
Kayaking provides a new perspective on Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park.
Rocky Lake
Machias
Flat Water
beginner
If you enjoy the sounds of nature, then venture Down East to Washington County this summer to Rocky Lake.
Silver Lake
Bucksport
Flat Water
beginner
Near teeming Route 1, paddle in peace along Silver Lake.
Somes Sound
Southwest Harbor
Sea Kayaking
beginner
For one of the most spectacular saltwater gunkholing experiences in the Northeast, head over to the northern end of Somes Sound, the only natural fjord in the Lower 48.
Spring River Lake
Ellsworth
Flat Water
adv. beginner
Spring River Lake offers a breathtaking treat for fall paddlers.
Tunk Lake
Cherryfield
Flat Water
beginner
Surrounded by a fragrant evergreen forest, and with mountains towering over the lake to the north and west, Tunk Lake has a bit of an Allagash Lake feel to it.
Wight Pond
Penobscot
Flat Water
beginner
Three-mile long Wight Pond is narrow and surrounded by trees and its shape has an amazing resemblance to the country of Italy, boot and all.
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