Your Flanders Bay Guide to Acadia Day Trips - Quiet Side Adventures

Your Flanders Bay Guide to Acadia Day Trips – Quiet Side Adventures

Pack a lunch for Schoodic Point hikes, explore Frenchman's Bay Conservancy, or ferry to Nova Scotia—basecamp at our pet-friendly cabins & award-winning BBQ. 20 mins to Acadia, no crowds.

Pack a lunch for Schoodic Point hikes, explore Frenchman's Bay Conservancy, or ferry to Nova Scotia—basecamp at our pet-friendly cabins & award-winning BBQ. 20 mins to Acadia, no crowds.

**Start Your Day Right:** Grab a smoked sausage platter from our award-winning BBQ (Fri-Sun 11-7, sell-outs happen fast!) before heading out. Pet-friendly cabins mean your furry friend joins the fun.

- **Schoodic Scenic Byway (5 mins):** Rugged coast drives, picnic spots at Schoodic Point. Hike Beehive Loop—ladders + epic views. Return to our bayfront lawn for sunset.

- **Frenchman's Bay Conservancy (15 mins):** Kayak tours, birdwatching. Pair with our beekeeping experience—honey tastings from onsite hives.

- **Acadia National Park - Schoodic (20 mins):** Quiet side entry—no Bar Harbor chaos. Trails + rocky shores. Fuel up post-hike with our brisket.

- **Acadia National Park - Bar Harbor (30 mins):** Cadillac Mountain sunrises, carriage roads. Book a cabin for the full loop.

- **Wild Acadia Fun Park (25 mins):** Ziplines + treetop adventures for families. End with live music at our BBQ venue.

- **Wharf Gallery & Grill (10 mins):** Artisan crafts + quick bites. Shop Maine-made merch in our on-site gift shop too.

- **CAT Ferry to Nova Scotia (40 mins to port):** Day trip to Yarmouth—whales en route. Stay over? Our event lawn hosts send-off BBQs.

- **Aquaterra Adventures (15 mins):** SUP + kayak rentals. Launch from our shore—pristine bays await.

For those seeking more tranquil pursuits, the area is home to a vibrant artisan community offering local crafts. The region boasts a rich maritime tradition—explore museums and historic sites, then unwind in our rustic chalet.

Feel free to stop by our office; we’d be glad to share our favorite suggestions for spending the day the Downeast way—**all starting from Flanders Bay Cabins & BBQ**.

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