Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Located at head of Mount Desert Island at the intersection of Rt 3, Rt 102, and County Rd. Follow Rt 1A to Ellsworth and Rt 3 toward Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Crossing onto the island, SLOW DOWN and take an immediate far-right turn on to County Road. The registration office is immediately on your right. Please GPS to the Bar Harbor Oceanside KOA, NOT the street address.
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Bar Harbor is a wonderful vacation spot for families with children. Whether you like sightseeing, hiking or being on the water, you can find something to do. Here are four of the most popular things to do with kids in Bar Harbor.
Bar Habor has numerous outdoor kid-friendly recreation opportunities for families to enjoy. Popular destinations for those with children include:
You can also explore other child-friendly outdoor activities in Bar Harbor, including walking tours, fishing and parks.
Whether your children are used to hiking or are recently interested in the outdoors, Acadia National Park offers plenty of child-friendly trails. Two of the easiest routes are:
Acadia National Park has many easy and beginner trails, making it an exciting place to get outdoors with your kids.
Acadia National Park takes pride in helping children learn about and embrace nature. Acadia Quest is where you and your group form a team. Registration is optional but great if you want to win prizes. Next, download the Friends of Acadia app to access the interactive content. You will need to purchase a park pass before entering. Earn patches as you complete quests.
If a patch of bad weather hits during your visit, you can still take your kids on several indoor adventures. The Oceanarium allows kids to explore a lobster boat, experience the touch pool and get lost in nine tanks of Maine's ocean wildlife.
Another great way for kids and parents to let loose is Volta's indoor climbing gym. Learn how to rope climb with a professional with the Family Learn the Ropes instruction package.
If you are ready to explore Bar Harbor with your kids, you can find an excellent place to stay at Bar Harbor / Oceanside KOA Holiday. As the only campground on the harbor's west side, you will enjoy a unique vacation spot that's only a short drive to these things to do and more.
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