2024 Map of Bass Harbor

About this map

Bass Harbor Head anchors the southern tip of Mount Desert Island on this coastal Maine survey, where maritime navigation and protected lands define the landscape. Within the boundaries of Acadia National Park, terrain features like Big Heath and Ship Harbor reflect the preserved natural character of the island, while the settlements of Bernard and Bass Harbor serve as centers for the local fishing and harbor economy. These communities are deeply rooted in family history, as evidenced by the numerous small graveyards including the Dolliver Family Burial Ground and McKinley Cem. Beyond the main island, the map tracks essential transport routes such as the Swan's Island Ferry and the Frenchboro Ferry, which weave through a network of outlying islands and dangerous shoals like Inner Dawes Ledge and Grindstone Ledge.