Pick up a premium e-bike at Hulls Cove and ride Acadia’s Carriage Roads
6 hours
E-bike, Helmet, Lock
Start your full-day e-bike rental right inside Acadia National Park at Hulls Cove Visitor Center, next to the Carriage Road entrance. Ride for 6 hours, then return your e-bike to the same location.
Minimum age is 14 and minimum height is 5 ft (152 cm); maximum weight is 280 lbs. You must be proficient riding a bicycle, and riders who use a walker or cane are not permitted. Late returns after the 30-minute grace period are charged $20 per e-bike per hour.
Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund (groups under 6). Cancel at least 72 hours before start for a full refund (groups of 6+). All refunds are subject to a 3% rebooking fee. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Pick up and return your e-bike at Hulls Cove Visitor Center. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and fittings. If you arrive after the orientation starts, you’ll join the next start time and still get a full 6-hour rental. If you can’t arrive by 9:45 AM, your rental starts at the shop location instead.
Ride on the Acadia Carriage Roads only. Do not ride on public roads, including routes to Bar Harbor or Cadillac Mountain on the Park Loop Road.
You must be proficient riding a bicycle. Riders must be at least 14 years old, at least 5 ft (152 cm) tall, and no more than 280 lbs. Riders who use a walker or cane are not permitted, and this rental is not recommended for people with mobility, balance, or vertigo issues.
Hulls Cove Visitor Center, Bar Harbor
Exploring Acadia's carriage roads by e-bike has become a game-changer for park visitors, and the team here consistently delivers exceptional experiences. Robin and Tom receive frequent praise for their thorough orientations that put even nervous first-timers at ease. Customers love how well-equipped the bikes are, with comfortable rides, powerful batteries that easily handle 30+ mile journeys, and practical storage options like baskets and coolers for lunch. The staff provides clear maps with route suggestions and stays accessible via text if issues arise, though riders rarely need help. What stands out is the flexibility and personal touches. Robin earns special recognition for going above and beyond, offering last-minute cancellations due to weather and providing complimentary gloves and hats when needed. The convenience factor is another major plus: meeting at the visitor center with bikes ready to go and online pre-registration that streamlines everything. Riders consistently mention how the e-bikes transform the Acadia experience, allowing them to cover significantly more ground than hiking while staying relaxed and discovering beautiful spots they'd otherwise miss. It's clear this operation combines quality equipment with genuinely helpful service.
Highly recommend! So much fun!
Shaun Hilgart
October 26, 2025
Highly recommend! So much fun!
Shaun Hilgart
October 26, 2025