Emily & Benji
Things To Do
Our favorite things on Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park
Hikes and walks: Sargent Mountain - A longer hike with few crowds and great views Little Long Pond - A flat walk around a freshwater pond with ocean views The Bubbles - Quick, slight incline hike with unique views of Jordan Pond Things to Do: Stroll Thuya gardens Drive along Sargeant Drive for views of the only fjord in eastern North America (bonus: pick up donuts form Colonel’s in Northeast Harbor on your way) Drive to the top of Cadillac Mountain for the best views of the park. Reservation required Don't forget your National Parks pass!
Our favorite things in Blue Hill and beyond
Hikes and Walks: Blue Hill Mountain - named after the blueberry bushes that cover the mountain. A quick and steep hike Harriman Point - little to no elevation gain with a walk along three beaches with views of Mount Desert Island Penny's Preserve Three Bridges Trail - light elevation gain with a view of a waterfall. Benji's brother, Ed, helped build the three bridges! Things to Do: Shop in downtown Blue Hill including the Blue Hill bookstore Enjoy a lobster roll from Perry’s Lobster Shack and take in the quintessential down east view Order a "baby" soft-serve ice cream cone from Fish Net and gawk at the portion size. Drive to Stonington and kayak among lobster pots and isles Visit the Blue Hill Fair August 29th to September 1st for great food and to see Charlotte from Charlotte's Web
Our favorite things in Ellsworth
Things to Do: Take a hot yoga class at Steamy Buddha Dine at the best rated restaurant in Downeast Maine, Provenders. Reservation required Order a lobster shore dinner at The Lobster Pot located on the Union River Enjoy a flight of beer and cider at Fogtown Brewery