Echo Lake
A freshwater lake on the island's west side, warmer than the sea for summer swimming, with a cliff trail offering views over the water.
Echo Lake lies in a valley on the west side of Mount Desert Island. Its southern beach is a fine-sand lakeshore, and the water is noticeably milder than the ocean. Lifeguards are on duty in summer, making it good for family swimming. The Beech Cliff Trail on the lake's west side climbs the cliff by iron rungs, offering views over the whole lake and the distant bay. It is about 25 minutes' drive from Bar Harbor, and the free summer shuttle also stops here.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Beech Mountain Fire Tower
- Somes Sound
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Thuya Garden
- Seawall
- Jordan Pond
- Bubble Rock
- Bass Harbor Head Light