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Acadia Stand Up Paddle & E-Bike

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Rating

4.9(90)

Family of 4

USD 200-350

Duration

2-4 hours

Best Ages

9-17

About

Acadia Stand Up Paddle and E-Bike offers one of the best combo adventure experiences in Bar Harbor, combining two of the most popular outdoor activities on Mount Desert Island into a single memorable outing. Families can try stand-up paddleboarding in the calm, protected waters near the harbor, getting a feel for balance and paddling technique before transitioning to electric bikes for a cruise along Acadia National Park's iconic carriage roads. The staff is experienced at working with beginners and provides all necessary instruction and safety equipment for both activities.

Stand-up paddleboarding is accessible to most kids over 9 with decent balance, and the electric bikes make the carriage roads achievable for a wide range of fitness levels. Together, the two activities provide a full day's worth of adventure that covers the stunning beauty of Acadia from both the water and the land. Families rave about the flexibility — you can rent equipment for a self-guided exploration or opt for guided experiences that add local knowledge and context to the adventure.

The combination of physical activity, fresh air, and natural beauty makes this one of the standout family experiences available in Bar Harbor.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Setting

Outdoor

Rainy Day

Not ideal

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

June through September

Wait Times

10-20 minutes

Nearby Food

Downtown Bar Harbor has plenty of casual dining options nearby.

Why Kids Love It

Getting to do both stand-up paddleboarding AND e-biking in the same day makes for an epic adventure that covers water and land — kids feel like they've conquered Acadia.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Try paddleboarding first when energy is highest, then transition to e-biking.
  • Calm mornings are best for SUP; the harbor can get choppy by afternoon.
  • Wear clothes that can get wet for the paddleboard portion.

What to Bring

  • water shoes
  • change of clothes
  • sunscreen
  • water bottle
  • small dry bag

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

USD 200-350

Tips to Save

  • Booking a combo package of SUP and e-bike can be more economical than renting each separately.

Hours & Contact

Contact

113 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, USA

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