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The wildlife on Mount Desert Island offers a unique viewing opportunity for travelers and nature lovers. The area is teeming with land mammals, amphibians, sea creatures and marine mammals, making it a must-visit destination.
When in the Bar Harbor area, you can expect to see a range of exciting animals, including:
The area has abundant wildlife for you to see all year round. Here are some of the best spots to visit.
Acadia National Park offers numerous ecosystems and terrains to spot wildlife. View animals that call the Cadillac Mountains home or many species living on the rugged granite shores. Explore the forests, ponds, tide pools and marshes. Spot various game animals on one of the fantastic hiking trails or just sit and witness the local wildlife.
The Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Complex includes five separate refuges situated across the Maine coastline. Throughout summer, tour operators like Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. offer travelers the opportunity to view whales, dolphins, seals, sharks, tuna and thousands of bird species, including puffins, in the area.
Maine Wildlife Park has over 30 species, including moose, deer, black bears, mountain lions, porcupines, coyotes and birds like owls and hawks. The animals in the park have all been injured or orphaned, so they offer visitors the unique opportunity to view them in close proximity.
Bar Harbor / Oceanside KOA Holiday is the ideal place to stay when you want to view the amazing animals of Mount Desert Island. Our campground has waterfront access and exceptional amenities, and it is the only stay of its kind on the west side of Mount Desert Island.
Start your wildlife viewing adventure — book a stay at one of our Deluxe Cabins, Camping Cabins, RV Sites, or Tent Sites.
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