I was in excruciating pain and stopped in to look for compression socks. The cashier didn't bother…read moreto even give proper instructions and said just go to the socks section. There were 4 tall sections of socks and with that many overwhelming options there was no way someone trying to catch the ship back was going to be able to sift through each item. And at socks averaging $26, I'd have expected personalized service. Nope... When I went back I asked if there was another staff member that actually cared about customers to personally show if there were socks that could help. She gave me a blank look and after a while called for "Nate". Nate then said sorry we just have regular socks and can't really help unless you want shoes. 1 star is too good for this overpriced store.

Bottom Line: Retailer selling hiking, backpacking, and climbing gear and clothes…read more Cadillac Mountain Sports is located in downtown Bar Harbor and sells high quality clothing and gear for adventures. When I visited the store in early June it was packed to the gills with merchandise. I wasn't in need of anything but I was certainly impressed with their merchandise and the many great brands they carry like Toad & Co., Prana, Smartwool and Darn Tough. The shoe and sock section was particularly impressive. I came to Bar Harbor fully prepared for my planned outdoor adventures but I think next time I might come a bit less prepared so I have a reason to do some shopping at Cadillac Mountain Sports.

Confessions of a gear junkie. I buy way too much gear. Period. I'm often suckered in by a good deal…read more(which Alpenglow often has!) but I'm always brought back by great service. I'll skip shoddy service and pay a couple dollars more for good service. There's a reason I have made half a dozen orders from Alpenglow and I'll give you a hint: it's because their customer service rhymes with "awesome." Also rhymes with "excellent." If you don't believe me, log on to their web page, search the specials, save a boatload of money, and check your porch three days later. I promise you won't be disappointed. I haven't been, six times in a row (that's what she said). Thanks Alpenglow, for giving me an excuse to write this review and throw in a mediocre TWSS joke. Now I have gear to go sort, if you'll excuse me.

If I said Alpenglow was the all-time best of all time, your hyperbole-meter might start going off…read more However, your meter would be DEAD WRONG. Throw it in the trash. Wait for a sale at Amazon for a new one, maybe get last years model to save a little bit extra. You don't need the new pink-striped accents on the 2014 model. You might like them, but you don't need them. Anyway, back to Alpenglow. They rock! Countless times, I've searched for a random specific piece of gear online, and who not only has it in stock, but on sale?! Alpenglow. Not only are their sales timely and fantastic, but the customer service has been stellar, and the shippin' is quick and cheap/free. Trying to remember all the things I've bought here, maybe two sets of ice tools, cams, ice screws, pants, backpack, etc etc etc. All time best! EDIT: Incidentally, KennyB below sounds like an idiot. I give him 1 star.

Ridiculously expensive showers and it's annoying you can only load 6 quarters then have to wait…read moreuntil time runs out before you can add more. Good shower pressure and heat though, clean enough compared to normal campground showers.

I would never have thought of coming to this place to get food. From the unassuming outside I…read morefigured it was a store and nothing more. But behind the counter they've got a little kitchen and chalkboard menu. The food is really cheap, which is great. It's also one of the few places in the area to get food, unlike the 'busy' side of the island that is packed with restaurants. The burger patties had to be a solid 1/2 lb. Cooked medium with tomatoes and lettuce. We got our food to go and they packed it nicely in containers with a little bag for all the condiments. I always appreciate those extra little things. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a quick bite to eat in the area and don't feel like spending a fortune. They also have a very good selection of soda and beer.

This shop is HUGE. It's two stories and loaded with tons of things. There are all sorts of…read moretrinkets, kitchen and food items, clothing, keychains, magnets, art, etc. It took me a good 45 minutes to roam around and look at everything and I probably still didn't see it all. I found a few items for myself, my mom, and my daughter inside and the staff were very friendly. We stopped in here a few times and I saw a few different people working behind the counter and all greeted us immediately and were friendly. Make sure to stop in here while in town - it's got more than most of the other shops when you take it all in.

Bottom Line: One of the better shops in downtown Bar Harbor featuring better souvenirs, some local…read moreproducts and LL Bean clothing. The Acadia Corporation owns and runs eight different individual stores in the Bar Harbor area that collectively are referred to as "Acadia Shops." This specific review is for the two story "Acadia Shop" located at 85 Main Street. Because the Acadia Corporation is running many stores in Bar Harbor stuff really starts to look the same from store to store but the Acadia Shop stood out to me because upstairs they had some local art and quality LL Bean gear. I enjoyed looking at the prints and notecards from local artists. Also, on a cold and rainy day it was nice to peruse lots of warm and cozy jackets and zip-ups from LL Bean. Downstairs was more souvenir-y like t-shirts, magnets, signs, candy, etc.

We visit Maine every summer and always stop at Cadillac Mountain Sports. Great selection and…read morequality. The service people are fantastic -- they know the gear and have used it and I always get good advice. This time -- walking shoes that are perfect for me, and also a perfect fit, and a great new pair of water shoes. Thanks to the service person who helped out.

So, I usually come here to support local; so it will always be here. most gear that you could get…read moreon Amzn,.. I usually go to Amazon for reviews... not for the product. I didn't even do that this time. I went in, was greeted by someone helping another customer. I quickly found the shoe area and she came over when done; helped me find exactly what I needed. I checked them out later on Amzn and they didn't have even the color selection that Cadillac had (the perfect one). Cadillac's were also less expensive. They are amazing shoes. Thanks for being there!

Pretty well stocked store. Staff was friendly but referred us to the company website and youtube…read morefor product questions.

From the owner: West Marine Southwest Harbor is a marine supply store that offers a wide variety of boating…read moreproducts and supplies for the powerboaters, sailors, anglers and kayakers who enjoy the area's scenic Gulf of Maine, Acadia National Park and local lakes. Visit our location for a wide selection of marine products, expert advice, and dependable service tailored to local boating needs. We're proud to serve the local community with reliable products and helpful guidance. We're proud to serve the local community with reliable products and helpful guidance. We're proud to serve the local community with reliable products and helpful guidance.

I enjoy poking around the LLBean Outlet. They've moved to a new pricing model in the last few years…read moreand I don't think the deals are as good as we used to get, but it's still cheaper. The prices on the items are normal retail prices and each rack will have the percentage off above it. Most of the clothes are 30% off the retail prices. If you look, you may find a rack with 50% off or more and they have specials on items they are looking to move. We have the LLBean MasterCard so we have points and can use the points at the store. That makes for some great shopping. Staff is always helpful.

The same way I enjoy outlet malls for their deep, deep discounts on designer clothing, I also love…read morebuying bed linens and other home textiles. We visited a NY outlet back in early March but were stumped to noticed there weren't any home stores and left us with the urge for 'home' outlet shopping. So on our drive south to Portland, ME from Bar Harbor, hubs and I decided to see this L.L. on Rt 1 in Ellsworth. I honestly think the men's clothing (more so than the women's) are a bit on the cool side so picked up a few casual tops for my husband since he's still working from home and some lightweight cargo pants. While I'm a proud owner of their heavy-duty canvas totes for the last umpteen years (I own 2 large ones), the clothes not so much. L.L. women's clothes aren't my style- and not to say anything wrong about it, but the clothes are more for a certain crowd. There are those duck boots and small wooden furniture on the floor also for sale. But I finally got my hands on a white-grey cotton sheet set and a down grey comforter that I've been wanting. As the cashier scans your items, you'll notice their original, jacked-up prices- so don't let it spook you the way it did to me as discounts are applied at the end. Once we paid, I didn't feel this was my doom-and-gloom outlet visit. Service was nice and respectful by the way.

My friend and I were staying in Seal Harbor very close to the Acadia Outdoor Center. We both loved…read moreeverything about this place - the employees were wonderful, the merchandise was whimsical and fun, and the gelato and blueberry muffins (and coffee!) were beyond delicious. We agreed this was our favorite place to shop on our trip (not cookie cutter goods) - don't miss it!

The staff at Acadia Outdoor Center are super friendly and knowledgeable about things to do in the…read morearea. The items in the gift shop are curated with good taste and an eye to local creators, and the Pug Nuts ice cream and gelato flavors are soooo tasty! This shop is a great resource for visitors to Acadia National Park, and anyone else who happens by!

We did the Harbor tour kayak trip with my sister and her 2 kids, and none of them had kayaked…read morebefore. Our guide, Ryan, took great care of us and gave us a lot of information about the islands, Bar Harbor, and Acadia. The kids really enjoyed their first season kayak experience. Two thumbs up and would definitely recommend.

We had an amazing experience with Acadia Outfitters! My friend and I had a booking mix-up (our…read morefault), but Emily and the team went above and beyond to make sure we could still get out on the e-bikes. We rode the carriage roads to Jordan Pond House for lunch, walked the Jordan Pond Trail, and biked back--it was one of our favorite days in Bar Harbor. Friendly, helpful staff and great bikes--highly recommend!