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Spend 13 nights horseback riding and camping at Acadia National Park’s scenic carriage roads with Acadia by Carriage. Discover a rare outdoor experience caring for your horse and exploring Maine’s wilderness.
Spend 13 nights horseback riding and camping at Acadia National Park’s scenic carriage roads with Acadia by Carriage. Discover a rare outdoor experience caring for your horse and exploring Maine’s wilderness.
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Experience an immersive 13-night outdoor adventure at Acadia National Park with Acadia by Carriage’s exclusive Horse Stalls and Campsites stay. Boarding your horse at Wildwood Stables unlocks access to 45 miles of beautiful, tranquil carriage roads designed for equestrian exploration. Alongside your horse, you can camp at any of nine well-equipped sites, each offering a rustic yet comfortable way to enjoy the park’s natural beauty. This experience strikes a unique balance between horse care and wilderness adventure, allowing you to tend to your horse while soaking in breathtaking views of Maine’s rugged coastline and dense forests. Whether you’re riding through the park’s quiet roads, setting up camp under the stars, or simply relaxing alongside your equine companion, this extended trip offers exceptional freedom and connection with nature. Ideal for horse lovers hunting for both a retreat and an active outdoor experience, it also includes access to trails that wind past granite formations, lush woodlands, and serene lakes. Acadia by Carriage ensures you’ll have the support you need to enjoy the outdoors responsibly while engaging with the park’s storied environment. This combined horse boarding and camping adventure makes for a memorable and rejuvenating way to explore the iconic landscapes of Bar Harbor, Maine.
moderate.
Flexible, multiple days over 13 nights.
Participants should have a moderate fitness level to manage long rides and horse care in outdoor conditions.
Yes, this experience is designed for riders who arrive with their own horses to board at Wildwood Stables.
Yes, the campsites provide designated areas for horse care including watering and feeding spots.
Basic horseback riding and horse handling skills are recommended to fully enjoy and manage this adventure safely.
Currently, the offering is for a 13-night stay to ensure a complete experience, though contact Acadia by Carriage for any updates.
The campsites include fire rings, picnic tables, and accessible water sources, but no electricity or Wi-Fi.
Pets are generally not allowed to maintain the safety and wellbeing of the horses and natural environment.
Acadia’s carriage roads were originally built in the early 1900s by the Rockefeller family to promote horseback riding and carriage travel in the park.
Visitors are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace principles to help protect the park’s diverse ecosystems and minimize human impact.
Acadia by Carriage operates from Wildwood Stables and offers equestrian access to the heart of Acadia National Park. Guests can board horses at Wildwood Stables and explore over 45 miles of scenic carriage roads originally developed by John D. Rockefeller Jr. — a rare landscape where carriage roads and ocean views meet. Acadia by Carriage provides a range of experiences: narrated carriage tours highlighting Rockefeller's stone bridges, scenic rides around Day Mountain (the park's only carriage-road summit), and multi-night horse camping with well-equipped sites. Facilities include stalls for boarding horses, on-site amenities for horse care, water spigots, and RV hookups. Supplies are available for purchase on-site to support longer stays. Stalls and campsite capacity are clearly stated to help riders plan: Wildwood Stables lists dedicated horse stalls and nine established campsites along the carriage road network. Signature narrated tours bring park history to life with commentary on the stone bridges and coastal panoramas. Acadia by Carriage emphasizes safety, convenience, and authentic outdoor experiences. Third-party travelers appreciate the unique combination of equestrian access, maintained carriage roads, and interpretive tours that connect visitors to Acadia’s historic landscape. Clear facilities, available supplies, and accessible parking help make multi-night stays practical for riders and families seeking a nature-first equestrian getaway.
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