Bar Island Land Bridge

For three hours at low tide, the Bar Island Land Bridge emerges, allowing visitors to walk or drive a 4WD across the gravel and sand from Bar Harbor to Bar Island. This natural phenomenon, accessible 90 minutes before and after low tide, offers a unique opportunity to explore the island’s rocky shores. Visitors can engage in tidepooling, launch a kayak, or hike around the island, enjoying panoramic views of Bar Harbor and the expansive Frenchman Bay. The land bridge provides a fleeting yet enchanting connection to an otherwise isolated island, inviting exploration and adventure.