Beach

Sand Beach

Bar Harbor, Maine

Small shell-sand beach between granite headlands, with chilly water.

Price
Acadia entry pass required
Booking
No need to book
Sand Beach
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A short crescent of coarse shell sand tucked into Acadia's rocky shore. The water stays cold even in August, so most people paddle and walk the Ocean Path to Thunder Hole.

Good to know

  • Car park fills by mid-morning
  • Walk Ocean Path to Thunder Hole
  • Toilets at the car park

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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