Until further notice, typically mid-August, Penobscot East Trail, Jordan Cliffs Trail, Precipice Trail, and Valley Cove Trail are closed for Peregrine falcon nesting season. Also, as roads reopen, the Precipice Trail parking lot will remain closed. More
Historic carriage roads closed until further notice for "mud season"
Spring thaw has led to temporary closures to protect Acadia's historic carriage roads during "mud season." Walking, bicycling or riding horses in these wet and soft conditions can cause costly ruts and potholes that channel water and exacerbate erosion. More
The Bubbles and Pemetic Mountain reflected in Jordan Pond
Photo by Nathaniel X. Boechat, Friends of Acadia, NPS
Visit Jordan Pond
Jordan Pond is one of the park's most pristine lakes, with outstanding surrounding mountain scenery. Glaciers carved the landscape, leaving behind numerous geological features.
Jordan Pond’s beauty has become iconic—attracting multitudes of visitors for over a century who have enjoyed canoeing and kayaking, exploring nearby carriage roads, or trying famous tea and popovers at the Jordan Pond House.
Getting Around
Jordan Pond is located off the two-way section of the Park Loop Road. It is approximately 30 minutes from Hulls Cove Visitor Center. Visitors can also access this area from the Stanley Brook Entrance in Seal Harbor.
By car: Starting from Hulls Cove Visitor Center, continue straight at the four way intersection. Follow the Park Loop Road. At 2.8 miles, continue straight and remain on the two-way section of the Park Loop Road following signs for Jordan Pond.
For a longer route, turn left onto the one-way section towards Sand Beach. Continue on the Park Loop Road for approximately 14 miles to reach Jordan Pond.
By bus: The fare-free Island Explorer stops at Jordan Pond. Check bus schedule for routes and timetable.
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This popular area is located off the Park Loop Road and provides visitors access to Jordan Pond, the Bubbles, carriage roads, and numerous hiking trails.
What Else to Know
How deep is Jordan Pond? Jordan Pond is 150 ft deep and spans 187 acres, making it the deepest and second largest lake at Acadia.
What are the two mountains north of the pond? The two distinct mountains seen in photographs with Jordan Pond are North Bubble and South Bubble (often referred to together as The Bubbles).
Is Jordan Pond always crowded? Afternoons can be very congested at Jordan Pond, especially for hiking trails and carriage road access. Be prepared to visit at a different time if parking lots are full. Protect vegetation by staying on designated trails, especially in high use areas.
Why can't I swim in Jordan Pond? Jordan Pond is Seal Harbor's drinking water supply. Therefore, swimming and boats with motors above 10 horsepower are prohibited.
How old is Jordan Pond House? Guests were first served at Jordan Pond House in 1893. The original house burned in 1979, and the current one was built in 1982.
Which carriage roads can I access from Jordan Pond? See carriage road map for details.
When was the Jordan Pond Gatehouse built? Jordan Pond Gatehouse was built in 1932 as part of the carriage road system. It is now used as park housing.
Jordan Pond House is located on the picturesque southern end of Jordan Pond. It has been a scenic, recreational, and dining destination since the nineteenth century.
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Offices:Inventory and Monitoring Division
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A continuous water quality monitoring buoy in Acadia's popular Jordan Pond is helping the park gain new insights on the health of one of the parks crown jewels.
The Jordan Cliffs Loop offers a challenging 5 mile hike across steep slopes, iron rungs, and a strenuous climb up Sargent Mountain. Hikers are rewarded with panoramic views from two mountain summits and Jordan Pond nestled between the mountains.
This hike traverses the summits of North Bubble, South Bubble, and Connors Nubble and crosses varying terrain of forest paths, steep granite sections, and a level carriage road. Visitors can enjoy views of Eagle Lake, Jordan Pond, Pemetic and Sargent Mountains, and the Cranberry Isles.
George Newbegin Jordan (senior) and his brother John purchased the area around what is now known as Jordan Pond. They established a business and built a home for his family. That home became the location for the current restaurant that bears the family name.
This memorial plaque is dedicated to Ruth and Tris Colket. Both were philanthropists who saw the need for an endowed trail system and made a gift of $5 million to Friends of Acadia for restoration and maintenance of Acadia’s historic trail system.
Joseph Allen was a member of Hancock County Trustees of Public Reservation and chairman of Seal Harbor Village Improvement Society Roads and Paths Committee.
