Acadia National ParkBar Harbor, Maine neighbors Acadia National Park, which is the home for many natural features, including beaches, different types of forests, marshes, glacier rock formations, mountains, lakes, and even intertidal zones, which are home to sea stars, crustaceans, and many other plants and animals. Acadia National Park also provides 27 miles of motor roads, 45 miles of carriage roads, and 158 miles of hiking trails. All the natural attractions in Acadia National Park provide entertainment and environmental education to both the adventurous and less adventurous population who may visit.
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Aquatic WildlifeBar Harbor's coast provides a habitat to a range of wildlife. Luckily, Bar Harbor offers a couple whale watching tours in order to see the coast and also some nearby islands. Besides just whales, on these tours one could also see puffins, harbor seals, and also porpoises, which may swim right alongside the boat.
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Seaside SettlementAs Bar Harbor is a relatively small fishing town, it gives off a laid-back, home-style feeling, that is unmatched by many other locations in the U.S.. Tradition and culture also speaks through the town's design, which still includes historical housing, ports, and lighthouses, which have been well-preserved and kept in pristine condition.
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