Well ...you and your daughter out did yourselves in giving us an Arcadia Park experience. It is one of my favorite places on earth too ... but I admit, I didn't embark on the hiking trails as you did ...beautiful! Thanks for taking me along on your venture. The drone shots were tremendous. Your editing skills are superb👍
Randy, Great job capturing the sounds of the sea birds and the waves, it feels like I am on the AMERICA’S PARK adventure. Sigh, I am afraid your judgement of lobster size is not going to earn you a job on a Lobster boat! That Bubble Trail is extremely rugged, and more like a rock pile. Great sunset! THANKS FOR TAKING US ALONG, . . . Mike
Saved the best for last! Think this topped day 1. lol! The sunset vids at the end were amazing and worth viewing the entire vid. Great way to finish Maine!
My best friend and I just got back from a trip to Acadia and we have been trying to explain the straight-up bubble trail to our friends and family. Thank you for the footage in this video because now I can show people what it was actually like. Great video new subscriber right here!
Just came to Maine this week for the first time. In Bar Harbor right now as I type this. I'm also from Jersey; Maine and Acadia National Park is amazing. We hiked the Beehive trail today, after going out fishing in Southwest Harbor. It was a fishing trip/tour. We saw seals, sun fish, dolphins, fished and caught Mackerel and Pollock. On the way back it in, they pulled up their lobster traps and demonstrated everything. They caught enough lobster to give each person on the boat a lobster for no extra charge. We docked walked into Beal's right next to the dock and they cooked us our lobster for 3 dollars a pound. Best lobster I ever had. This place is unbelievable. Completely worth checking out. Also, great job documenting Acadia. The view from Beehive is indescribable. The picture hardly does it justice.
Hey Zachary, man I am so thankful you are having a great time in Acadia. Enjoyed reading your comments and hearing about your experience. You are living life to the full extent there! Nice to meet another Jersey boy!
Glad I could be of assistance, Brendan! Acadia is IMHO one of the best National Parks east of the Mississippi! Enjoy your time there and thanks for the comment!
Absolutely beautiful and awe inspiring video . It brought back such happy memories of my one and only trip to Acadia in 2014 and I saw the sunset there, too, so this video brought happy tears to my eyes . Thank you for sharing such beautiful videos ❤️
Day 2 was awesome! I never knew they did lobster boat tours like that! The Giant chicken sandwiches you guys had looked amazing! Great hike/ climb to the top of the bubbles! Thanks for sharing Randy!
My dad and I were in Acadia last week. Absolutely gorgeous place. We stayed in Winter Harbor, then drove some days, took a ferry the others, and just had a blast. I definitely need to get back there.
Right on, Jeremy! Thanks for the comment and happy to hear you've been there and are still enjoying your relationship with your father. I never get tired of that place. So much to do in Acadia!
Can't blame you, Chantell! IMHO, Acadia is the most beautiful place east of the Mississippi and as much as I love the Parks out West, it gives them a run for their money! :) Also appreciate the friendly. "down-to-earth" people and the diversity of incredible activities to choose from! Thanks for watching!
A fantastic day out! The boat ride looked fun - I think that is something I would enjoy if the weather was good like that! Love seeing the old photos. The sunset was awesome!
Really happy to hear that! If interested, check out "part 1" if you have yet to do so for more stuff, especially "the beehive" hike. Have a super time - such an incredibly beautiful, unique and diverse place!
Dude and daughter the was an awesome, beautiful adventure and thanks for taking us along... I’m glad your daughter has a big heart, I felt sorry for shortly too. Little Lobster.! 🤙
I've lived here (Maine) all my life and have hiked the north and south bubble, but not the trail you took up. I think I know what I'll be doing this weekend!
Oh man the lobster looked good! Always fun to scramble up to an amazing view...had a thunderstorm on top of Mt. Schaffer once in the Canadian Rockies. It is scary and a place you don't want to be. Looks like you are having an amazing summer, keep on given er, we are still soaking it all in as long as we can....some leaves started changing colours here this week...AhhhhhhhhhHHHHH!!!! Ha
This was absolutely spectacular friends ty for sharing your favourite spots really enjoyed this video nature at its finest sledgehammered that like button
Beautiful video... What is the Location where you see the sunset in the final of video??? I love the Sunset... It's amazing and we going soon to Acadia National Park. Thanks 👍
Thanks so much! That sunset would be on the top of Cadillac Mountain. There is a road that will take you all the way up. Many go there for the sunrise too. Enjoy! It's truly a special place!
Nice boat trip and on a great day and what a perfect place for lunch, them chick buns were superb! Good to see them storm clouds passed until you got back and that some rain. The Bubbles Trail was good but man, that was a scrambley old trail up, then again - what a view! You guys always look fit and healthy but man the size of them ice creams...lol, do they not have any calories over there. Great finish on the sunset, awesome view and I can see why you love it some much, especially with your great memories from over the years there, cheers Alan
That was a fantastic comment, Alan! You have a genuine and kind heart, my man! Hope you are having a fantastic week! We'll catch up with you on your next video!
Happy to hear that, Shayna! I always tell people that Acadia (and the surrounding region) is so diverse, you could spend a week there and not run out of new activities. Thanks for the comment!
Americas Parks For sure! It is funny though that we mostly did different things. Just shows how much there is to do! I did Sand Beach and Jordan Pond with their popovers. Hiked an easy trail up Cadillac Mountain and a insanely hard trail down. I did Thunder Hole and the museum. So much fun!
Hey Pastor, Just came back from Acadia where we climbed the South bubble. Interesting climb up then descended North Bubble and took a wrong turn. Ended up in a parking lot with a sign saying the shuttle does not stop here, please do not attempt to flag us down. Added about 1.5 miles, on the side of the road, to the hike. it was a 15k plus steps day according to the Garmin. Still a fun day. Ended up losing four lbs while on this trip. Who says God doesn't perform miracles !
Wow, what a great comment. Though mistake, but those make for some of the best stories/memories. Acadia is incredible - glad you were able to experience it!
@@AmericasParks We go every year and try to do a different hike, last year was Dorr Mt ladder trail. Fun climbs ! BTW, I just listened to your 10/3 sermon from 1 Peter, really good !
@@AmericasParks thank you for the sub! I was telling my wife I had two goals this year for the channel one was get Americas parks to subscribe lol and the other was 100 subscribers thanks for helping me hit that goal! You're channel got me wanting to make videos so thank you!
Definitely miss that place. Its so crazy pretty out there, I went to college out there for a semester and loved it. But the school was just a bit to small
Four times now to Acadia and I doubt I'll ever get tired of that place! Hope to get out there in the Fall one of these day to enjoy the colors and cooler temps!
Always know its Friday when another Americas parks video lands! Acadia just keeps looking better and better. Hoping to be able to swing this one next summer if I can. That is the plan. Loved the sunset shots and the rain scenes! Fishing another night tournament tomorrow night so I will be shooting a video with my old fishing partner. We haven't fished a tournament together in almost 5 years so it should be fun! Are you going to stick with clips from this trip or finish up Utah next? You might have to do another Touchdown blitz to get caught up again..What are you like 20 clips deep?
Hey brother - enjoy reading your comments! Yeah, think I'll stay with Maine (3 more - kind of little stuff) and then finish up the remaining 5 from Utah. At least that's the plan for now. You're right - have 10 from NM on hold. This is a test of my patience! lol! Enjoy the tournament tomorrow. Looking forward to the video!
After watched those videos i’ll go there, so you could say more about prices for dinner, boat rides, tickets and did you booked some hotel around there to stay ? Is there any price to pay to get in acadia park ?
HI Rodrigo, thanks for watching the video. Prices are about what you'd expect for the food. Lobster Boat will set you back $35/person. We camped so that saved a lot of $ - Seawall Campground. Admission to the Park is $25/car. Hope that helps!
We are thinking of getting to Acadia on our 2020 trip and your video made it clear how special it is! The hike looked fun and some lobster in Baa ha ba would be a treat! Special memories with your daughter.
You will have a great time there! Acadia is fantastic! What I really enjoy about the place is the tremendous diversity of activities for all ages and interests. Your children can enjoy many of the trails that are less intense and more level. Do some research or ask a Ranger when you arrive, but consider the Jordan Pond Trail and some of the many carriage routs. There is also a great trail that runs past Sand Beach and along the rocky shoreline. We had our kids there in 2008 when they were around that age. One of their favorite vacations! Thanks for watching!
You guys missed SO much from Acadia! There’s nothing from the quiet side of the island besides Bass Harbor. There is so much more there and has some of the absolute BEST hiking on the island. There are views there that are unparalleled and so much more rarely seen. Not to mention you guys were probably half a mile from a pair of nesting loons at JP. The nest was literally 10 feet off the Jordan Pond trail and the chicks were successfully hatched at the very beginning of August.
Interesting comment, thank you! Unfortunately we only had two days and since it was my daughter's first (since she was older) trip there I just wanted her to see some of the favorites my wife and I enjoy in 1996 on our Honeymoon. So true, Acadia is one of those places that is loaded with great activities. Can't wait to return! Thanks for the suggestions!
Hello. I just found your channel. I love all your video. I am looking to get out and explore more. Just wondering if your prefer to drive to your destinations or fly and do you always camp at your destinations? I am on the east coast. Acadia is an easy drive for us. We are flying to CA in October to visit some national parks. I'd love to go on more adventure but air fare, car rentals and hotels rooms add up fast. Thinking that Driving and camping might be the way to go to lighten up the budget a bit. Just wondering how you do it. Thanks.
Thanks so much, Kat, and great question! Folks have actually suggested I do a video on this! Driving definitely saves money, but you'll loose so much time in the commute to CA and back (we live in NJ). That will take a minimum of 6 days alone straight through. We fly to the Parks beyond the Midwest. Use Southwest Miles - covers most of my airfare. Also to save money it's always camping (versus hotels) and food out of the car (stock up at Walmart) - also hit places like Subway, etc. Basically food is a wash. After the car rental and Park Pass there is not a lot to spend money on. Hope it works out for you guys!
I'll be in Acadia next week and I appreciate the tour. I'm coming into Bar Harbor on a cruise and want to make the most of the few previous hours I have. I'm renting a mountain bike and considering a trip to the top of Cadillac mountain. Of course I would ask, if you had one thing to see, what would it be?
Hey Corey, sorry for the late reply - just noticed this comment in my “spam folder!” Seems like I missed helping you out. Hope your trip to Acadia was fantastic. The two activities you mentioned are quality choices!
@@AmericasParks Oh that's ok. It's hard to go wrong at Acadia. What a spectacular place! We rented our bikes and rode to the summit of Mt Cadillac. What a climb! Not for the faint of heart. The view was well worth the work. And the ride back down was lots of fun. I recommend the carriage roads for any bikers out there. There are miles of these well-tended roads throughout the park. Most of them are closed to cars. It's a dream for trail and mountain bikers. Tour the Rockefeller Bridges, a network of 16 lovely stone bridges. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to see them all. Acadia was the highlight of my entire cruise.
Probably could not have chosen a worse time - 4th of July weekend. Thankfully the crowds on this second day were minimal in the places we visited. Appreciate the kinds words!
Super cruelty for the lobsters. It’s a living being!! Great content on nature trails but please don’t support animal exploitation and destruction of our oceans. Make me want to unsubscribe.
I'll never get tired of watching these videos. I hope you make them for a very long time.
Thank you very much, Normie! That means a lot to me.
"I just want to talk to everybody" said every dad ever
haha! Thanks for watching!
I just want to say thank you so much for both videos helps so much as I wanna plan to go! U both are awesome
Thanks again! Hope it all works out!
Well ...you and your daughter out did yourselves in giving us an Arcadia Park experience. It is one of my favorite places on earth too ... but I admit, I didn't embark on the hiking trails as you did ...beautiful! Thanks for taking me along on your venture. The drone shots were tremendous.
Your editing skills are superb👍
Thanks again, Christine, for your thoughtful and genuine words! Happy to hear you are enjoying the videos! :)
Randy, Great job capturing the sounds of the sea birds and the waves, it feels like I am on the AMERICA’S PARK adventure. Sigh, I am afraid your judgement of lobster size is not going to earn you a job on a Lobster boat! That Bubble Trail is extremely rugged, and more like a rock pile. Great sunset! THANKS FOR TAKING US ALONG, . . . Mike
Thanks, Mike! Nice observations!
My son & I will definitely look into taking this boat ride! Thank you Randy! 🦞
Good call! Enjoyed learning about the industry and nice to get on the water. Fine operation!
Saved the best for last! Think this topped day 1. lol! The sunset vids at the end were amazing and worth viewing the entire vid. Great way to finish Maine!
Thanks, Glenn! Man, I really like the way we kept hitting the angles of the sunset on that drive up the mountain. Then the sunset sunset itself.... !
I remember this day! This video perfectly sums up how back and forth the weather can be!
Real cool, Brandon! Right on with the weather - so unpredictable!
Wow! Love your videos. So glad I found your v channel. Happy trails and God bless, Gogo
Thanks so much, Karen! Have a blessed week!
My best friend and I just got back from a trip to Acadia and we have been trying to explain the straight-up bubble trail to our friends and family. Thank you for the footage in this video because now I can show people what it was actually like. Great video new subscriber right here!
Hey Jen, thanks so much! Glad to hear you've experienced the greatness of Acadia and find the video useful!
Just came to Maine this week for the first time. In Bar Harbor right now as I type this. I'm also from Jersey; Maine and Acadia National Park is amazing. We hiked the Beehive trail today, after going out fishing in Southwest Harbor. It was a fishing trip/tour. We saw seals, sun fish, dolphins, fished and caught Mackerel and Pollock. On the way back it in, they pulled up their lobster traps and demonstrated everything. They caught enough lobster to give each person on the boat a lobster for no extra charge. We docked walked into Beal's right next to the dock and they cooked us our lobster for 3 dollars a pound. Best lobster I ever had. This place is unbelievable. Completely worth checking out. Also, great job documenting Acadia. The view from Beehive is indescribable. The picture hardly does it justice.
Hey Zachary, man I am so thankful you are having a great time in Acadia. Enjoyed reading your comments and hearing about your experience. You are living life to the full extent there! Nice to meet another Jersey boy!
Going there in July with my 2 sons, it looks amazing! Thanks for sharing.
Sweet, Jimmie! Nice to hear the investment you are making in your sons. Have a great time!
Going to Acadia next week. Thank you for information, will be sure to check out all these spots!
Glad I could be of assistance, Brendan! Acadia is IMHO one of the best National Parks east of the Mississippi! Enjoy your time there and thanks for the comment!
Absolutely beautiful and awe inspiring video . It brought back such happy memories of my one and only trip to Acadia in 2014 and I saw the sunset there, too, so this video brought happy tears to my eyes . Thank you for sharing such beautiful videos ❤️
God bless you, Sharon!
Day 2 was awesome! I never knew they did lobster boat tours like that! The Giant chicken sandwiches you guys had looked amazing! Great hike/ climb to the top of the bubbles! Thanks for sharing Randy!
Appreciate that, Eric! Doubt I'll ever get tired of visiting Acadia. Hope you are having a great week, my friend!
My dad and I were in Acadia last week. Absolutely gorgeous place. We stayed in Winter Harbor, then drove some days, took a ferry the others, and just had a blast. I definitely need to get back there.
Right on, Jeremy! Thanks for the comment and happy to hear you've been there and are still enjoying your relationship with your father. I never get tired of that place. So much to do in Acadia!
Your videos make me happy and excited for my next trip wherever that might be.
That was really nice to read, Andrew! Thank you and have many great trips!
I have lived here my whole life ! Wouldn’t have in any other way ❤️ great video
Can't blame you, Chantell! IMHO, Acadia is the most beautiful place east of the Mississippi and as much as I love the Parks out West, it gives them a run for their money! :) Also appreciate the friendly. "down-to-earth" people and the diversity of incredible activities to choose from! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing Acadia National Park with us. My wife and I hope to spend about a week there mid September. God bless. 🙏💒
Wonderful, James! Sure do hope you have a blessed time!
This is great. I am going up there labor day weekend and glad I found your channel. Thanks for sharing.
Sweet, Thearada! Thanks for the kind words and happy to have you join us. Hope you have a fantastic time!
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A fantastic day out! The boat ride looked fun - I think that is something I would enjoy if the weather was good like that! Love seeing the old photos. The sunset was awesome!
Thanks, Josh... Beautiful up there as we creep closer to your neck of the woods!
Great video! We explored this area and did a lobster boat while in Acadia also ♡ such a beautiful area♡
Sweet, glad to hear you guys have been out there! IMHO, one of the most beautiful east of the Mississippi!
We’re hoping to visit Acadia next month, and your Video was really helpful. Thank you!
Really happy to hear that! If interested, check out "part 1" if you have yet to do so for more stuff, especially "the beehive" hike. Have a super time - such an incredibly beautiful, unique and diverse place!
Dude and daughter the was an awesome, beautiful adventure and thanks for taking us along... I’m glad your daughter has a big heart, I felt sorry for shortly too. Little Lobster.! 🤙
lol! Yeah, she's a trooper. Kind of nailed her knee on a rock coming down from the bubbles - hence the make-shift bandage. Have a great weekend!
Super day 2 guys, amazing lobster boat ride, so much to do and see, you had an awesome time! 😎😀👍💕
Sure did, Simon! Thanks for joining us!
Beautiful video, thank you so much for sharing
My pleasure, Elizabeth. Encouraged by your kind words!
So beautiful place and view is great!
Very nice video dear friend!
Thanks for sharing.
I hope I can travel there someday.
Have a happy week.👍👍
You bet, my friend! Acadia is a really special place. Have a super week!
Headed to Acadia in two days! Can hardly wait.
So cool to hear! You'll have a blast there - so much to enjoy!
I've lived here (Maine) all my life and have hiked the north and south bubble, but not the trail you took up. I think I know what I'll be doing this weekend!
That's great to hear, Betty! You are blessed - I've come to appreciate Maine as one of my favorite states. Thanks for watching and enjoy your hike! :)
Oh man the lobster looked good! Always fun to scramble up to an amazing view...had a thunderstorm on top of Mt. Schaffer once in the Canadian Rockies. It is scary and a place you don't want to be. Looks like you are having an amazing summer, keep on given er, we are still soaking it all in as long as we can....some leaves started changing colours here this week...AhhhhhhhhhHHHHH!!!! Ha
Thanks, my friend! Always a pleasure to read your genuine comments. Also appreciate your love for family and the outdoors! Keep at it! :)
This was absolutely spectacular friends ty for sharing your favourite spots really enjoyed this video nature at its finest sledgehammered that like button
Right on, my friend! Thanks for watching!
Still watching here😁 so nice to this places.
Really appreciate that!
Beautiful video... What is the Location where you see the sunset in the final of video??? I love the Sunset... It's amazing and we going soon to Acadia National Park. Thanks 👍
Thanks so much! That sunset would be on the top of Cadillac Mountain. There is a road that will take you all the way up. Many go there for the sunrise too. Enjoy! It's truly a special place!
@@AmericasParks Thanks 👏👍
Another great vlog. I've never been to Acadia, but I hope to live near there for a whole year someday. The place looks like it has a lot of soul.
Sure is, Thomas. IMHO, one of the best places east of the Mississippi! Acadia offers so much to do!
Nice boat trip and on a great day and what a perfect place for lunch, them chick buns were superb! Good to see them storm clouds passed until you got back and that some rain. The Bubbles Trail was good but man, that was a scrambley old trail up, then again - what a view! You guys always look fit and healthy but man the size of them ice creams...lol, do they not have any calories over there. Great finish on the sunset, awesome view and I can see why you love it some much, especially with your great memories from over the years there, cheers Alan
That was a fantastic comment, Alan! You have a genuine and kind heart, my man! Hope you are having a fantastic week! We'll catch up with you on your next video!
Great video as always! We went last summer after watching your other Acadia videos and enjoyed it so much.
Hey Angela, super-glad to hear that! Love that place!
I loved Acadia! I spent 3 days there :)
Happy to hear that, Shayna! I always tell people that Acadia (and the surrounding region) is so diverse, you could spend a week there and not run out of new activities. Thanks for the comment!
Americas Parks For sure! It is funny though that we mostly did different things. Just shows how much there is to do! I did Sand Beach and Jordan Pond with their popovers. Hiked an easy trail up Cadillac Mountain and a insanely hard trail down. I did Thunder Hole and the museum. So much fun!
@@shaynannigans You had the full adventure!
Hey Pastor,
Just came back from Acadia where we climbed the South bubble. Interesting climb up then descended North Bubble and took a wrong turn. Ended up in a parking lot with a sign saying the shuttle does not stop here, please do not attempt to flag us down. Added about 1.5 miles, on the side of the road, to the hike. it was a 15k plus steps day according to the Garmin. Still a fun day. Ended up losing four lbs while on this trip. Who says God doesn't perform miracles !
Wow, what a great comment. Though mistake, but those make for some of the best stories/memories. Acadia is incredible - glad you were able to experience it!
@@AmericasParks We go every year and try to do a different hike, last year was Dorr Mt ladder trail. Fun climbs ! BTW, I just listened to your 10/3 sermon from 1 Peter, really good !
Great job with the video!
I live here and it is a very special place for sure.
Sure is! IMHO, one of the most diverse and beautiful places in the US. You have a special home! Thanks for the kind words!
Another great video! Liking the J Cuts!
Thanks for the comment and notice of the editing techniques. Still learning! Means a lot to know the work is appreciated! :)
@@AmericasParks I hear you man! I've watched all of you're videos you can definitely see the progression!
@@NickandRachel I need to check out your work!
@@AmericasParks thank you for the sub! I was telling my wife I had two goals this year for the channel one was get Americas parks to subscribe lol and the other was 100 subscribers thanks for helping me hit that goal! You're channel got me wanting to make videos so thank you!
We just went to Acadia NP last weekend. Your video really helped us a lot!
James, thanks so much for passing that along! Glad to hear you guys experienced this incredible place. Thankful to be of assistance, my friend!
Lots to see there no doubt! soon as I have the time to break away from the parks of the West I'll have to go over there and check it all out
Man, do I love the Parks out West, but as far as east of the Mississippi, this is one of the best! Hope you'll get a chance to visit!
When you climb up high and look down it scares me all the way from Missouri, lol
I'm getting the feel that you wouldn't be joining us on some of these hikes! lol! Thanks, as always, for your great comments!
Definitely miss that place. Its so crazy pretty out there, I went to college out there for a semester and loved it. But the school was just a bit to small
Four times now to Acadia and I doubt I'll ever get tired of that place! Hope to get out there in the Fall one of these day to enjoy the colors and cooler temps!
informative and fun !
Wonderful to hear!
First Comment wow!!There is no stopping me from going to Acadia now! This park looks awesome to visit!!!
Thanks, Clara, hope you and your family can make it out there. Acadia is so special!
Always know its Friday when another Americas parks video lands! Acadia just keeps looking better and better. Hoping to be able to swing this one next summer if I can. That is the plan. Loved the sunset shots and the rain scenes! Fishing another night tournament tomorrow night so I will be shooting a video with my old fishing partner. We haven't fished a tournament together in almost 5 years so it should be fun! Are you going to stick with clips from this trip or finish up Utah next? You might have to do another Touchdown blitz to get caught up again..What are you like 20 clips deep?
Hey brother - enjoy reading your comments! Yeah, think I'll stay with Maine (3 more - kind of little stuff) and then finish up the remaining 5 from Utah. At least that's the plan for now. You're right - have 10 from NM on hold. This is a test of my patience! lol! Enjoy the tournament tomorrow. Looking forward to the video!
Boat ride looks fun and the lobster is making me hungry 😋
Sorry for the late reply - just noticed this comment in my “spam folder,” lol! Hope you have a blessed week, brother!
Love from India 🇮🇳....great videos...keep up the good work man!
Hey Arthur and greetings back to you my friend, from the USA! Thanks for watching and passing along the kind words!
@@AmericasParks 😄😊
After watched those videos i’ll go there, so you could say more about prices for dinner, boat rides, tickets and did you booked some hotel around there to stay ? Is there any price to pay to get in acadia park ?
HI Rodrigo, thanks for watching the video. Prices are about what you'd expect for the food. Lobster Boat will set you back $35/person. We camped so that saved a lot of $ - Seawall Campground. Admission to the Park is $25/car. Hope that helps!
We are thinking of getting to Acadia on our 2020 trip and your video made it clear how special it is! The hike looked fun and some lobster in Baa ha ba would be a treat! Special memories with your daughter.
Highly recommend, my friend! So much to do there and fun for the whole family!
Wow that was so spectacular! Joyce
Thank you very much, Joyce!
ayyy fellow nj coaster here! Maybe catch you exploring the Pinelands or Sandy Hook!! Love your videos
Great to hear, Robert!!! Yes, some of my local "stomping grounds!" Take care and have a blessed 2022!
Awesome Video, thank you for sharing. Are there any kids trails for 6-10 year olds? I'm planning a big trip for next year.
You will have a great time there! Acadia is fantastic! What I really enjoy about the place is the tremendous diversity of activities for all ages and interests. Your children can enjoy many of the trails that are less intense and more level. Do some research or ask a Ranger when you arrive, but consider the Jordan Pond Trail and some of the many carriage routs. There is also a great trail that runs past Sand Beach and along the rocky shoreline. We had our kids there in 2008 when they were around that age. One of their favorite vacations! Thanks for watching!
Americas Parks heck yeah now Im super pumped!
I have a park pass holder just like yours that you have hanging from your rear view mirror. 😁
Way to go, Alice!
You guys missed SO much from Acadia! There’s nothing from the quiet side of the island besides Bass Harbor. There is so much more there and has some of the absolute BEST hiking on the island. There are views there that are unparalleled and so much more rarely seen. Not to mention you guys were probably half a mile from a pair of nesting loons at JP. The nest was literally 10 feet off the Jordan Pond trail and the chicks were successfully hatched at the very beginning of August.
Interesting comment, thank you! Unfortunately we only had two days and since it was my daughter's first (since she was older) trip there I just wanted her to see some of the favorites my wife and I enjoy in 1996 on our Honeymoon. So true, Acadia is one of those places that is loaded with great activities. Can't wait to return! Thanks for the suggestions!
This is a great channel
Really means a lot to hear that, my friend! Glad you are enjoying the videos!
I love all the “Behold our God” tees I see in your videos, where can I buy some?! I’ve googled but haven’t had any luck.
Amen! God bless you for that comment! :) Actually, I believe they were shirts given to my children on one of the College Retreats or Missionary Trips.
Such a amazing and wonderful Tour 💖 I have Fear about Lighting Storms... better stay inside not on the Top of a Mountain :)
I hear you! The top of the mountain is not where we wanted to be when that lightening broke out! Thanks for watching!
Thinking about taking a trip here after the pandemic is over!
Hope it works for you, Maria! Such a special place - beautiful and much diversity in the activities.
Going up steep rocks is fun but going down rocks like that is scarier!
That is so true, Adam!
Try Precise Trail next time. It makes the Bee Hive look tame!
Yeah, have heard that Robert. Unfortunately every time we go there the hike is closed for the falcons. Thanks and hopefully one of thee days!
I think you mean Precipice Trail
Hello. I just found your channel. I love all your video. I am looking to get out and explore more. Just wondering if your prefer to drive to your destinations or fly and do you always camp at your destinations? I am on the east coast. Acadia is an easy drive for us. We are flying to CA in October to visit some national parks. I'd love to go on more adventure but air fare, car rentals and hotels rooms add up fast. Thinking that Driving and camping might be the way to go to lighten up the budget a bit. Just wondering how you do it. Thanks.
Thanks so much, Kat, and great question! Folks have actually suggested I do a video on this! Driving definitely saves money, but you'll loose so much time in the commute to CA and back (we live in NJ). That will take a minimum of 6 days alone straight through. We fly to the Parks beyond the Midwest. Use Southwest Miles - covers most of my airfare. Also to save money it's always camping (versus hotels) and food out of the car (stock up at Walmart) - also hit places like Subway, etc. Basically food is a wash. After the car rental and Park Pass there is not a lot to spend money on. Hope it works out for you guys!
@@AmericasParks Thanks so much for the reply.
A chicken sandwich in Bar Harbor? Blasphemy! I ate lobster everyday for a week when I was there.
lol! I hear your, John! Your taste buds are working well.
I'll be in Acadia next week and I appreciate the tour. I'm coming into Bar Harbor on a cruise and want to make the most of the few previous hours I have. I'm renting a mountain bike and considering a trip to the top of Cadillac mountain. Of course I would ask, if you had one thing to see, what would it be?
Hey Corey, sorry for the late reply - just noticed this comment in my “spam folder!” Seems like I missed helping you out. Hope your trip to Acadia was fantastic. The two activities you mentioned are quality choices!
@@AmericasParks Oh that's ok. It's hard to go wrong at Acadia. What a spectacular place!
We rented our bikes and rode to the summit of Mt Cadillac. What a climb! Not for the faint of heart. The view was well worth the work. And the ride back down was lots of fun.
I recommend the carriage roads for any bikers out there. There are miles of these well-tended roads throughout the park. Most of them are closed to cars. It's a dream for trail and mountain bikers. Tour the Rockefeller Bridges, a network of 16 lovely stone bridges. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to see them all.
Acadia was the highlight of my entire cruise.
@@CoreyStradling Great to hear! Biking up Cadillac Mountain is an impressive feat! Congrats! The Carriage Trails are on my list...
I was expecting you to have a video running up Precipice. ;)
Would have driven my daughter nuts! lol!
@@AmericasParks It's really your kind of hike. Go back when you get a chance.
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Appreciate that!
So we're thinking you guys might as well begin ranking the ice cream near each national park as you begin hitting them all again... ;)
Now I'm getting some great advice! Also a good excuse to justify investing in my favorite food!
I've visited Acadia several times, Its always been very crowded. What time of year were you there? Great video as always.
Probably could not have chosen a worse time - 4th of July weekend. Thankfully the crowds on this second day were minimal in the places we visited. Appreciate the kinds words!
Super cruelty for the lobsters. It’s a living being!! Great content on nature trails but please don’t support animal exploitation and destruction of our oceans. Make me want to unsubscribe.
Sorry, Dana! Thankful you found the rest of the video enjoyable.