Sight
Porcupine Islands
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The Porcupine Islands are a cluster of five islands in Frenchman Bay, visible from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. They are a prime destination for kayaking and boat tours, where visitors can see seals, seabirds, and possibly whales. The islands' rugged profiles and spruce forests create a striking backdrop against the bay. Exploring by water offers close-up views of their rocky cliffs and hidden coves.
Don't miss
- Kayak through the islands' channels for up-close views of seals and seabirds
- Take a narrated boat tour from Bar Harbor to learn about the islands' history and ecology
- Spot bald eagles and ospreys nesting on the islands' cliffs
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Porcupine Islands
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inHistoric Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Guide4.4★ · 39 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →
Best full dayBoston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour4.5★ · 3,228 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$129 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Customized Island Tour of Barbados4.9★ · 259 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$140 per personSee dates →More attractions in Bar Harbor
