History of Bar Harbor, Maine, USA

1839 - Eden
Eden, Maine
Hancock county, situated on the north part of the island of Mount Desert, and taken from the town of Mount Desert (which formerly comprised the whole island) 1795. First settled, 1763. Eden lies 92 miles E. from Augusta and about 18 S. by E. from Ellsworth. Population, 1837, 1,024. The town has a good soil, good harbors, and possesses great advantages for the shore fishery. It is said that 500 bushels of cranberries have been picked in Eden in a season. Cranberry isles lie on the coast, about 3 miles south.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1906 - Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor, a banking post-village and popular summer-resort of Hancock co., Me., on Frenchman's Bay and on the E. side of Mount Desert Island, 46 miles SE. of Bangor. It is connected by regular steamrs with New York, Boston, and Portland. Bar Harbor is visited annually by 15,000-20,000 summer visitors, and ranks closely with Newport as one of the most exclusive and fashionable watering-places of the Atlantic coast. Pop. about 2000.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of things to do and places to visit in Bar Harbor:
Acadia National Park: No trip to Bar Harbor is complete without exploring Acadia National Park. Hike to the summit of Cadillac Mountain for breathtaking sunrise or sunset views, take a leisurely drive along the Park Loop Road, or explore the network of hiking trails that wind through lush forests, around pristine lakes, and along rugged coastlines.

Jordan Pond: Visit the iconic Jordan Pond and indulge in a leisurely walk around the crystal-clear lake. You can also enjoy a traditional afternoon tea at the Jordan Pond House, known for its popovers and views of the Bubbles Mountains.

Carriage Roads: Explore the historic carriage roads of Acadia National Park. These winding paths are ideal for walking, biking, or horseback riding. They offer a serene way to experience the park's natural beauty.

Sand Beach: Spend a day at Sand Beach, a unique crescent-shaped beach nestled between rocky cliffs. You can swim in the chilly Atlantic waters, sunbathe on the sandy shore, or explore the... Read MORE...