Such a great deal for a beautiful kayak/canoe ride in Acadia. They're also very dog-friendly so it…read moremade for the perfect kayak trip. The views are great and the water is very calm. If you want to switch up your hiking excursions, this is a great spot to go to do so.

****Please read until the end. *** Called ahead to reserve…read morea canoe, immediate pick up and worker was helpful. Check in was easy, plenty of parking. Porta potties conveniently on the way to the lake. They have push trailers to get the boats down. The lake was beyond gorgeous. The price was set right $38 for 3 hours. This is the perfect activity to experience Maine. So where this company really shined was the staff going over and beyond for our family today. I had the tragic luck of dropping the rental car keys into the lake a mile out from the launch site. I could not see the keys in the dark water. I luckily had my phone on me and the attendant was quick to help. He said they have a rescue boat and they could come and help. The owner of the company and his employee Andy came in a motor boat to save the day. Andy offered to jump into the cold water and try to find my keys. It was too dark for him to see very far in front of him with the googles but I was beyond appreciative for his efforts. My panic set in as I was now stranded in the middle of nowhere with two kids and no idea what to do. They patiently waited for me to contact the rental company to figure out next steps. They offered to pull the canoe back to the front so we could figure out our rental situation. When we got back Andy pulled our canoe in, which usually you have to bring in your own boat. Again, over and beyond. Later, the tow company let us into our vehicle to get our personal items but I still had no way back. I downloaded Uber but I could not find a ride. I asked the tow driver if he could drive us and he said he wasn't going that way. The owner of National Park Canoe offered to drive us himself about 20 mins back to our motel and saved our day again. I could not appreciate these Angels more. Not only are you receiving a great experience at National Park Canoe; you are supporting a small business that has warm, kind, generous souls that deserve your business. I cannot thank these men enough for helping in any manner they could think of. Thank you thank you. If we ever come back to Maine we will certainly be back and I recommend this company whole heartedly.

This is a new business at the same location as a previous one (Seascape Kayak and Bike). Before…read moreour visit we had read a story online about the woman who owned Seascape and a couple of years ago had to close it. Luckily, a young lady who worked for the previous owner recently re-opened for business. Her name is Skye and she (and her dog Rosie) are running the place with the help of her father (who we met while Skye was out on a kayak tour). She is very energetic and knowledgeable about the area. The shop is located right outside of Acadia National Park on the Schoodic peninsula side. There is great biking on the peninsula with plenty to see along the way - much less crowded than the main part of the park and just as beautiful.

We had a beautiful e bike ride along Scoodic Peninsula. The bikes were great and easy to use. We…read morehad taken the ferry over from bar harbor and walked the 15 minutes to the shop instead of taking the free shuttle. The bikes are not delivered to the ferry but that was not a problem. The bike route is full of incredible views. We stopped frequently to take pictures. There was not much traffic. If you take the bike path across the peninsula, be aware that it is a heavy gravel path with some steep winding curves and downhills. Even as experienced cyclists, we decided to walk that part. There are 2 restaurants on the loop but unfortunately both were closed on Mondays. However we found another restaurant once we returned the bikes. It was a great day.

Fantastic service! I highly recommend National Park Sea Kayak Tours. Our guide, Fletcher, took us…read moreon the 4:30 Sunset trip. Unfortunately, there was no sunset, but this may have enhanced our wildlife viewing. We saw dozens of seal, a bald eagle, two deer, and myriad species of birds. Customers meet at their conveniently located Bar Harbor shop, where final payment is made ($55/person during peak season). There, basic safety is explained before outfitting everyone with spray skirts, gloves, life jackets etc. My fiancé and I had limited experience with kayaking before the trip. Fletcher gave us the confidence to relax and enjoy the scenery. This company exclusively operates trips on the west side of Acadia. This is great - it is far more remote and boat traffic is very limited.

This tour exceeded our expectations by far. The scenery was spectacular and our tour guide Scott…read morewas very knowledgeable and professional. From the moment we checked in, you could tell we were in good hands. Solid equipment and kayaks, safety conscious, and very informative. The wildlife was amazing with spotting a of bald eagle, porpoises, and sea lions. We took the morning tour which allowed us to ride the tide both ways. Kudos for a well run, professional business.

I went there with my family to rent kayaks for a guided tour of the harbor. Do yourself a favor…read moreand show up 30 minutes late. If you had the same guide that we did you will hear 30 minutes worth of the most painful self-promotion pitches, cliches, and/or time sucking stories that you could ever imagine. We didn't actually touch a kayak until 1 hour after the tour was supposed to start. So unless you are mentally challenged and/or have the patience of a saint, skip the intro if at all possible. Once we got out on the water we had a perfect day and a beautiful kayak tour. The gear is all relatively new and, if not, very well maintained. No gripes there. If you have kayaked a lot before or own your own kayaks you will be severely annoyed at the pace of the introduction and tour, but I can't entirely blame them as they are catering to the lowest common denominator as far as experience and athletic ability. And there aren't many other outfitters (if any at all) that leave right from the main dock in the harbor.

We went on the half day afternoon kayak trip. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable. He taught us…read morethat seals have a different blood type so they can hold their breath for up to 30 min. The kayaking was also incredible. Because this location is farther out, it is much less crowded. We were the only kayakers the entire 4 hours. I highly recommend them!

The owner Chris was very accommodating. We rented a canoe for a week. They delivered and picked up…read moreright on schedule. Prices were reasonable. Canoe was in great shape. Highly recommend this outfitter.

Great products and customer service . Always on time with Kayack delivers and pick ups .read more

Miles runs a modest but excellent rental service for kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. He delivered…read moreour kayaks, vests, and paddles promptly, and they were in excellent condition. All too often, you'll get a kayak whose foot-pedals no longer work or vests that are faded or showing signs of wear and tear, but everything looked great. We had a wonderful time exploring the coves and inlets of coastal Maine knowing that our equipment was, well, ship-shape. It's also good to know that we're supporting a family-owned local business.We will definitely keep Acadia Paddle top of our list for our next visit!

I had a great experience here! We called in the morning to reserve 4 kayaks, it was so easy to…read moreschedule and we were out kayaking by the afternoon. They do recommend that you book as early as possible though. The kayaks were in great condition and we had a fantastic day! Thank you so much Miles and Danielle!

A few bikes from Acadia Ebike Adventures, a sandwich and water; all you need for the PERFECT way to…read moreexplore Acadia National Park, breathe the sea air, get great exercise and enjoy the wildlife. The wide hard gravel carriage roads that crisscross this seaside park run up and down in elevation and provide a stable platform. The Electric Bike Company Class 1 cruiser bikes did well on the gravel roads taking us through forests of birch, cedar, oak, pine and fir. We heard an eagle screech! The bikes are equipped with insulated bags front and rear, a computer display that tracks your miles, speed, battery life. The bikes are "class 1," which means you must pedal about one crank before the electric motor kicks in, giving you five levels of power to shoot up the hill. We rode 25 miles during our six-hour rental, and still had 50 percent charge in the battery at the end of the day. The seats are wide and cushy with an under-seat shock absorber that really help smooth the gravel roads. Tom and Robin made the experience enjoyable and easy; we got emails a few days before our date with meet-up details, a list of personal items to bring, and how to get a national park pass. We met just inside the park gate, got custom-fitted to the bikes, briefed on the bike operation, and provided with maps and route recommendations. We sought a bike experience in Acadia, and Acadia EBike Adventures delivered on time for a great price to give us a day to remember. Thank you Robin and Tom! Highly recommend!!

The rudest shop manager I've ever encountered on a vacation-- we have rented bikes, kayaks, etc. at…read moremany national park areas and this one stands out for all the wrong reasons. Definitely set the wrong tone for our ride. The equipment was okay but not at all worth what we paid for the rentals. Skip this place and try another.

One of the best guided tours I have been on. Casey is an amazing guide and Jesse was great with the…read morelogistics getting us back and forth from the start and finish. The water was relatively calm which made for a nice day of sea kayaking. Casey was great with providing safety instructions before and during the trip. He was a wealth of information about the wildlife, geology of the area, and the history. It was like we had the ocean to ourselves. We saw a couple of bald eagles and tons of seals primarily harbor seals but several gray seals as well. Can't recommend this company enough. Kayak on the quiet side of the island. You won't regret it. My family of four would do this trip again.

Took a guided tour of Acadia with Jackson, and Maine State was perfect. Reservations were easy to…read moresecure, had every thing ready to go, and guide Jackson was fantastic. Highly recommended taking the guided tour.

Our guide, Stella, did a great job showing us the harbor, sharing history, and introducing us to…read morethe flora and fauna. She was very composed and we always felt safe. We saw a seal and lots of cool birds! There were some little ones in our group and when one of the kayakers got tired she help pull their kayak without embarrassing them. She kept an eye out for dark clouds, but the weather stayed perfect. This was a sunset tour that ended with the most lovely sky.

We were staying in the area and wanted to do some activities unique to Maine and booked a sea kayak…read moretour. We've kayaked in Florida and MN a few times but this was the first time in open sea. Our guide was fantastic. She provided instruction and the necessary safety info accurately and got us on our way quickly. We kayaked around one of the porcupine islands. We had to watch for large boats through the main channels. One side of the island provided choppy paddling conditions which was 'fun' and unique. The other side of the island was much calmer and relaxed. Our guide provided interesting tidbits of info about the island as we progressed. I kind of wished we would have had a few designated photo ops areas. I didn't really feel like I could take my time to get my camera out as I needed to keep up or didn't want to miss what she was saying. As a result, no one in our group really took any pics. The kayaks were in good condition. We wore splash suits to minimize getting wet. If you are tall, the kayaks will likely be a bit uncomfortable for you (hard to adjust the foot rests). Nice morning on the water.

Terrible customer service, unresponsive, and unprofessional. Don't waste your time. We reserved 2…read morekayaks to be delivered to our cabin. It was a hard process to get in contact with anyone. Once we finally did, they took our card and drop off information for the next day. Well, they never came. Tried multiple ways to get in contact, and once we finally did through Facebook, we were told that we weren't on the books and they were out of office. Later that evening we were contacted by a woman who was extremely apologetic and promised next day delivery.... Well that never happened and we have not heard from them since.

Rob and Jared, Thank you!!! I had just a great experience canoeing the St Croix River with you…read more Our group was not the most experienced, but you were both so patient with us. You took all the time that was needed to make us feel comfortable. You didn't rush us through anything and were so helpful when we struggled to get the padding right. Your passion for guiding was clear in every interaction. We may have had a few spills, but it was a wonderful experience. The rapids were fun and your efforts to make sure we felt prepared to take them on each and every time we encountered them was so appreciated. If you are looking for a fun canoeing adventure with some incredible, patient, and professional guides, you will find it here. I hadn't spent much time in a canoe before this and, now, I can't wait to get back in one!