Yes, Acadia National Park is temporarily closed because of the government shutdown, but Bar Harbor is open for business, and welcomes you!

I spoke with Jennifer Wright the Events Coordinator for the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce this morning, and she describes some of the events and activities that are taking place in Bar Harbor this weekend!

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Click HERE for a list of the Top 10 Things to do in Bar Harbor with Acadia National Park Closed. You'll also find a list of carriage trails that are open and accessible.

The Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce is compiling a list of restaurants and stores that are offering a variety of specials to help entice you to visit this weekend. You can click HERE to see the list. (List will be posted this afternoon)

The weather is supposed to be gorgeous and the leaves are absolutely gorgeous (Click HERE for latest foliage report) so whether you go for the day, or the weekend, you'll see great foliage, and have a great time in Bar Harbor!

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