SRT25 - Day 85
Sunday, June 29, 2025
SRT25 - Day 85
Summer 2025 Road Trip
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Today we’re exploring the center and most popular section of Acadia National Park.
After stopping by the visitor center we headed over to Sand Beach. This is the first sandy beach we’ve encountered on the seashore this journey. There were plenty of people here, but it was strange that nobody was walking in the water. So of course Bones and I just had to walk in the water. And I can say from first hand experience that the water was very chilly.
After Sand beach we hiked the trail to Thunder Hole. Every time a wave rushes up through this slot it hits the cave at the end it makes a huge splash and a booming sound. If you get too close you just might get wet.
A little farther down the coast is Otter Cliffs and Otter Point. The waves splash against the rocky shore and are mesmerizing to watch. If it wasn’t a cold and rainy day we would have probably stayed longer and maybe have had a picnic. But there is still plenty of the park to explore.
When we were talking to the rangers at the visitor center, we found out that there were several lakes inside Acadia National Park that you’re allowed to paddle on. Bones and I jumped at the chance to paddle in a national park. We drove by Jordan Pond but the parking lot was full. After checking the map we found Eagle Lake not too far away. The overcast skies kept the temperature comfortable and the light breeze kept the bugs away. It was really nice to get on the water and put in a few miles.
While paddling around Eagle Lake we found the ruins of an old homestead. I wonder how long ago someone lived here. None of the information I have says anything about people living on the shores of this lake.
Finally we found some clam chowder. And they even served it in a bread bowl. It was delicious and we really enjoyed it after all we did today.