Trip to Maine - Post #22: Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse

All vacations come to an end, unfortunately, as did our trip to Maine this summer. Our last full day in Maine took us to the other side of Acadia National Park, the side that doesn't include the much busier park loop road. On the south end of the park on this side is a quaint lighthouse, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Parking here is tight, but if you wait a few moments, someone will likely leave, freeing up a spot for you to park. It's a very short walk down to the cliff edge and light house on the one side. Take a few pictures, watch the waves, and then head for a still short, but slightly longer walk along the trail on the other side of the light house. This trail will take you down to the rocks, from which you can enjoy a picnic lunch or climb down to the water's edge. My youngest daughter climbed down with me and we watched the waves flow over the rocks. Mesmerizing!

The more popular attractions in Acadia National Park are along the park loop road, but I recommend you take a day and explore the other side of the island. It's not as busy, traffic is lighter, and there are many cool sites to see!