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  • Written by a local
  • Regularly updated
  • Complete GD to Acadia NP includig Schoodic Penninsula and Isle au Haut
  • Features the best of Bar Harbor
  • Includes local histories, and local flora and fauna
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The Complete Acadia Guide by James Kaiser is one of the best destination books ever. It features lots of pictures and descriptions of the various sites to see in this part of Maine. Recently updated with improved maps and travel information, this convenient guide reveals the hidden gems of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. From highlighting outdoor adventures such as hiking, sea kayaking, sailing, and rock climbing to providing the best spots for eating, shopping, and lodging in the towns and villages of the area, this in-depth handbook also includes carefully researched chapters on local history and wildlife. Written by a Maine native and featuring a stunning collection of color photographs, this overview beckons travelers to explore spectacular coastal mountains, dine on fresh lobster at a waterfront restaurant, or sail past historic lighthouses on beautiful offshore islands.Maps include Acadia's hiking trails and carriage roads,.Day trips to offshore islands.and much, much more....The Best of Mount Desert Isle Author - James Kaiser Binding - Paper Pages - 287 Publisher - Destination Press Year - 2010 3rd edition ISBN - 9780982517208.Author - James Kaiser.Binding - Paper.Pages - 287.Publisher - Destination Press.Year - 2010 3rd edition.ISBN - 9780982517208.

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  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches ; 1.2 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Origin: USA
  • ASIN: 0982517203
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #113,687 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The pictures are beautiful.
Mike Chartowich
The history of MDI, the coverage of the island towns and the ecology and wildlife were all great sections of the book.
Bruce R. Lovelace
Great guide with very useful information, maps, and pictures.
Chels3

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Acadia a complete guide
By Glenn 316 on May 23, 2010
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In general my wife and I found this book quite useful during our recent trip to Acadia national park and Bar Harbor. I liked the way the author described each stop along the park loop road, and the photos were helpful in choosing stops. The one fault was that the author didn't emphasize how seasonal the area is. If you go "off season" you are likely to find shops closed and tours unavailable.
We went in the first week of May. There were still quite a few stores and eateries closed. The boat tours for the most part start in mid June. I think one boat tour company started tours the day we left (May 10) So just keep this in mind as you use this otherwise useful book. Oh, and also make sure you budget enough for food. I was glad the author mentioned price ranges!
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
An absolute must have!
By mhurd on May 10, 2011
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I met James and bought his book at a Los Angeles book fair. I plan on going to Acadia National Park in a little over a year. Once I started reading his book I couldn't put it down! Not only does he cover all of the "to do" items, but also gives an in depth history and background on everything from lobster anatomy to James Swan (see Swan's Island).

I was planning a one week trip to Acadia, and planned on staying in Bar Harbor. But after reading James' book I think we'll make it a 10 day trip and perhaps move around the island a little to spend some time in one or more of the quaint fishing villages (the "real" Maine).

If you're planning any kind of trip to Southeast Maine or to Acadia National Park, whether just to relax and get away or to explore the island, you absolutely must read this book! It gives you a great appreciation for all things Maine has to offer.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Made our trip to Acadia spectacular!
By Sam & Catherine G on September 1, 2010
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My husband and I visited Acadia National Park with four others for a week in the summer of 2010. It's always hard to plan a trip with a large group. But we read the book beforehand, bookmarked things that sounded interesting, and made advance reservations for a few things so that all six of us would be sure to get a spot. His recommendations for things to do and see, places to eat, etc, were excellent, and all the phone numbers were correct, a big plus! He has recommendations for everyone from hard core hiking enthusiasts to nature nuts to beach bums. I especially liked the fact that he included specific recommendations for things to do on many parts of the island, not just Bar Harbor. We stayed in Southwest Harbor and enjoyed his many recommendations for things to do less than a ten-minute drive away. His section in the middle of the book about island history and wildlife also made for very interesting reading. This trip to Acadia was the best vacation I've had in a long, long time, thanks in large part to how helpful this guidebook was.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Great book!
By Don on July 1, 2012
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This is a great book and a must have if you plan to visit Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The author, who is also the photographer, writes a very user friendly book. It is easy to read and follow and doesn't bog you down with a lot of unnecessary information. He gets right to the important things to see and do and keeps each description brief but thorough. There are easy to read maps and some interesting history about the area. The pictures are just beautiful. My sister and I just returned from a trip to the area and we referred to the book each day. I highly recommend it!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
They don't get much better
By Mike Chartowich on May 1, 2013
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An excellent overview of Acadia National Park and the surrounding islands. There is a great balance between the geography, history, ecology, and current tourist information and recommendations.

What impressed me most was the layout. The pictures are beautiful. They illustrate the text and places being described well. The maps are excellent quality. There are larger and smaller scale maps so you can get the big picture and then zoom in to a desired area. The hiking maps are topographic and well labeled.

When I think about it this is the first tour book that I read cover to cover. I don't think they can get much better than this.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
One of the best guide books ever
By Elizabeth A. Ryan on February 21, 2013
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I'm an avid traveler plus I'm a librarian in charge of purchasing a couple of thousand dollars worth of travel books a year. This series ranks among the best. Great color pictures, solid usable information, and not the type of guide that is obsolete as soon as it is released. Would highly recommend any of Mr. Kaiser's guides as a great overview for getting a feel of the area you plan to visit complete with background and history. My only minor complaint would be that the glossy photos give off a bit of glare in less than ideal lighting-plainer/cheaper paper might be a bit better but the information included is top notch.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
great book!
By Chels3 on May 20, 2012
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Great guide with very useful information, maps, and pictures. It covers a wide range of locations and activities. Definitely recommended!
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Great for Adventurers. Very thorough. Great Photography.
By Bruce R. Lovelace on November 1, 2013
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This was the perfect book for me to buy before a long-overdue return visit to Mount Desert Island (MDI) and Acadia National Park. I purchase this book and "The Photographer's guide to Acadia National Park" which I gave a 4-star review. It is very rare that I purchase a book and don't dislike at least one aspect of it or wish there was something else covered. I would not change a thing with this book.

This book covered all of the bases for me. I only had time for a short visit and wanted to maximize my enjoyment as well as get some great photos to bring back home. The book did a great job of helping me accomplish both.

What I liked: Pretty much everything. The photography in the book is excellent. The history of MDI, the coverage of the island towns and the ecology and wildlife were all great sections of the book.

The coverage is great if you like adventures like biking, kayaking, mountain climbing, or boat trips. I am a hiker and photographer and the section on hiking with the trail maps was invaluable. I was able to hike 5 of these small mountains in 3 days because I had this book to plan ahead.

The "Quick Guides" were indexes that were printed inside the front and back cover and were great time savers when I wanted to find something quickly. The author, James Kaiser obviously has a tremendous amount of experience with and knowledge about MDI and Acadia.

Don't get this book if you are looking for extensive reviews on places to stay and places to eat. Brief descriptions are included, but this book is more about the incredible jewel of a location and how you can enjoy its many facets.

Bruce Lovelace
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

way overdue for an update

great format, good coverage of topics, right amount of detail, however the content is getting further and further out of date. Read more

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GREAT HELP

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The one to buy!

After reading I am even more excited about my upcoming vacation. Loved all the photos. Photos make it great for the kids to look through also, and when one especially catches... Read more

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Good but a bit light on info

Book is good but a bit light on info in places. Fun light read and great photos.

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This was the best book for our trip to Acadia. It helped us stay off the beaten path to avoid the crowds. Read more

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Complete Guide, No kidding!

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One of the best guides I have ever gotten. Really helpful local information and
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