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08/14/2006 04:02:27 PM · #1 |
Soon I'll be going to Acadia for some biking, hiking and most importantly photo shooting. Anyone have tips or suggestions for great shots in the area? I also hope to get some "fog/mist" shots. Any suggestions on the best way to take these?
Thanks,
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08/14/2006 04:27:20 PM · #2 |
I just got back from Acadia (will have pics up in the next week or so).
Here are a few suggestions as far as where to go:
Schoonic Point!
This place is BEAUTIFUL and it has unlimited photographic opportunities. It is a road less travelled at Acadia and this is because it is not necessarily convenient to get to. However, it isn't so hard either.
There are two ways of getting there.
First, by car you need to drive to Winter Harbor. From Bar Harbor this should take up to an hour. Schoonic Point has a parking lot and is a few miles from the harbor into the park.
I recommend the second way, which is what I did. If you are staying in Bar Harbor and can spare a half-day, there is a ferry or water taxi that you can hire to take you to Winter Harbor. I rented a bike from one of the many places in Bar Harbor (The Bike Shop did a great job), and I took my equipment with me on the ferry (~45min. ride). You can bike the 12 miles or so of the trail loop and get off at various places -- it is full of rocky beaches and coves, and basically beautiful. About 4 miles in is Schoonic Point. The only problem with this method is that it is hard to bring equipment i.e. a tripod which could be handy at the water here for lond exposures. Nonetheless it is a great spot.
If you can somehow manage to get there for sunrise -- DO!
Carriage Roads
The main Park Loop Road which goes around Acadia on Mt. Desert Island (the main island where Bar Harbor is) is okay, but generally boring. Try hiking the Carriage Roads as there are really good opportunities there. The Jordan Pond hike is very easy and is interesting photographically (not to mention the amazing popover restaurant at the beginning/end.
Cadillac Mountain
This is the busiest part of Acadia. As far as photographs go, I would say stay away from the area as it doesn't provide anything spectacular. Still, you should try to check it out during an "off" hour, such as the early afternoon -- at sunset it is swamped.
Bass Harbor Headlight
This is where you want to go for sunset. It is a photographic staple of Maine and is on the other side of the island from Bar Harbor. Take the short trail down and hike out onto the rocks with a tripod and some patience -- I can't wait to edit these shots.
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That is what jumps out at me right away. I can give you a better idea once I actually get to view my photos which are stuck on a laptop in unpreview-able RAW.
If you want some dining suggestions, let me know too -- I might have a better grasp on that.
Enjoy shooting, you won't want to leave!
Lee
P.S. For fog, use a telephoto lens to compress the elements making the effect more obvious.
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08/14/2006 05:02:30 PM · #3 |
I'm not real good with advice on how to get great shots... but here are some photos a friend of mine took:
Dan Lind Photography - Acadia National Park
Message edited by author 2006-08-14 17:02:45. |
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08/14/2006 06:03:10 PM · #4 |
| Thanks for the info. So, I should skip Cadillac Mountain at sunset? What about sunrise shots? |
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08/15/2006 07:46:37 AM · #5 |
Originally posted by Pooba:
Thanks for the info. So, I should skip Cadillac Mountain at sunset? What about sunrise shots? |
Yes, I would skip Cadillac at sunset.
As far as sunrise goes, anything along the eastern coast will make a great shot. I recommend the previously mentioned Schoodic Point, but on Mt. Desert Island it would be a great idea to try to go to "Sand Beach" at sunrise. My advice there is to scope out a good location the day before and get yourself familiar with how to get down there -- and bring a flashlight!
Lee
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08/15/2006 08:20:15 AM · #6 |
Don't miss Jordan Pond and the view of the Bubble Mountains!
Be sure to have tea and popovers while you're there.
//www.jordanpond.com/ |
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08/15/2006 10:27:05 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by Tranquil:
I just got back from Acadia (will have pics up in the next week or so). |
Me too! I was there this weekend! Man... I bet we were at the top of the mountain at the same time. :)
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I'll be there again second week of September.
I'll be in Castille, Bucksport (Check out the new bridge on your way up) and around all of the Harbors.
Check out Castille (Maritime Academy) and the Zoo just outside of the park borders to the south. I second Jordan pond, but get to the top of Cadillac Mtn at sunrise rather than sunset - its mobbed, but less so.
and PM me if your going to be there around the 7th and that week, maybe we can meet up at the lighthouse. :)
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08/15/2006 02:26:36 PM · #8 |
| I have heard the popovers are wonderful at Jordon Pond. Humm.. Sand beach at sunrise sounds interesting. Maybe I could find my way up the Great Head Trail in the dark for a good view of Otter Point. |
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08/15/2006 02:33:00 PM · #9 |
Originally posted by KaDi:
Don't miss Jordan Pond and the view of the Bubble Mountains!
Be sure to have tea and popovers while you're there.
//www.jordanpond.com/ |
Mmmm, tea and popovers at Jordan Pond is a definite must. The trail around Jordan Pond is an easy walk as well and offers many good views across the lake. There are probably more scenic hikes depending on your level of fitness though. |
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08/15/2006 02:34:54 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by eqsite:
Originally posted by KaDi:
Don't miss Jordan Pond and the view of the Bubble Mountains!
Be sure to have tea and popovers while you're there.
//www.jordanpond.com/ |
Mmmm, tea and popovers at Jordan Pond is a definite must. The trail around Jordan Pond is an easy walk as well and offers many good views across the lake. There are probably more scenic hikes depending on your level of fitness though. |
You can rent a bike in town, too. We tucked them in our mini-van and biked around the pond with frequent stops. :) |
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08/15/2006 09:06:37 PM · #11 |
From around Acadia. Great places all around with endless possibilities. Hope the weather is nicer than when I went! (Rain all week but one day.)
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08/15/2006 09:30:25 PM · #12 |
Acadia is a great time. Went there last summer.
I have a bunch of shots from there showing possibilities.
Bass Harbor Light -- I've heard it's the most photographed light.
It did well for me anyway... (in Best of 2005 and POTD, POTM on other sites!). This is sunset.
I also liked the area around Otter Point a lot. Went there one morning for a sunrise and got some great shots.
 
Cadillac Mountain is great for a sunrise too, but I'll give you a great tip. Don't go all the way to the top. Go about 3/4 of the way or more, turn around, and head down. Now look for a pull off area to your right. There are several, but we found one about 3/4 the way up which had no trees obstructing, had a lot of room and foreground rocky area. Great views (and we had it all to ourselves):
Took one of my favorites there (bring wide angle and tele!):
We enjoyed hiking the bubbles:
and Parkman. Actually, we enjoyed all the hikes. Bike riding was great too, but be prepared for hills! (We biked a loop from town to around Jordan pond.)
I'm jealous. You'll have a great time!
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