Self-Guided E-Bike Rental — Acadia Carriage Roads
Take the Long Way
Explore Acadia National Park's historic Carriage Roads at your own pace with our premium, professionally-maintained e-bikes from Cannondale. Our self-guided rentals include detailed maps highlighting iconic locations like Jordan Pond House and Eagle Lake, giving you the freedom to relax, take photos, and enjoy Acadia's natural beauty on your schedule.
About This Experience
Explore Acadia National Park's historic Carriage Roads at your own pace with our premium, professionally-maintained e-bikes from Cannondale. Our self-guided rentals include detailed maps highlighting iconic locations like Jordan Pond House and Eagle Lake, giving you the freedom to relax, take photos, and enjoy Acadia's natural beauty on your schedule.
Consistently top-rated on TripAdvisor for 5 years running, Island Time e-bike delivers an unparalleled journey through Acadia's most breathtaking landscapes. Our professional guides provide an e-bike lesson and expert tips on route options. Most riders cover 25–40 miles in a day.
While the park only allows Class I e-bikes (pedaling required), our e-bikes provide excellent assistance on hills and longer stretches, making this adventure accessible to riders of various fitness levels.
What Makes It Special
Premium E-Bikes
Ride Cannondale Class I e-bikes — professionally maintained and fitted to your height.
Jordan Pond & Eagle Lake
Follow our curated maps to the park's most iconic stops. Pause for popovers at Jordan Pond House or find a quiet spot on Eagle Lake.
Pre-Ride Lesson
Every rental starts with a thorough e-bike lesson covering controls, gearing, and route tips so you feel confident from the first pedal.
45 Miles of Car-Free Roads
Acadia's carriage roads are closed to cars — just gravel, stone bridges, and forest. The e-bikes handle hills effortlessly.
On the Trail
What's Included
Premium E-Bike
Cannondale Mavaro Neo 1 Class I
Helmet
Lock
Basket or Rack
Cell Phone Holder
Trail Map
Detailed map of carriage roads and highlights
E-Bike Lesson
Provided before your adventure
Good to Know
Battery Range
E-bike batteries last 30–50 miles depending on effort and rider weight.
No Attachments
Pull-behind trailers and child seat attachments are not allowed on the e-bikes.
No Pets
Pets may not accompany you on your e-bike rental.
Exact Start Times
Start times at Hull's Cove Visitor Center are exact. We'll text you a reminder 24 hours before.
Cruise Ship Guests
Arrange transport to Hull's Cove Visitor Center via the free Island Explorer bus or Cadillac Mtn. Shuttle.
Riding Ability
All participants need to be capable of riding a typical pedal bike.
Meeting Point
Hull's Cove Visitor Center