Mitchell Marsh
Tremont
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Guidelines
What You Need to Know
- No camping permitted
- No fires permitted
- Carry out all trash (see details)
- Keep pets under control
- Respect privacy of preserve neighbors
Why we Care
A Coastal Sanctuary
Mitchell Marsh Preserve is more than just a serene spot for a picnic lunch—it’s a diverse and vital coastal habitat. Paddle over to the preserve and enjoy sweeping views of Blue Hill Bay as you relax on the cobble beach and watch for the many shorebirds and waterfowl drawn to this special place.
Features
How to Get There
Although located on Mount Desert Island, this preserve is only accessible from the water. You can land small boats and kayaks easily on the property’s beach. Your nearest public launch options are the Bass Harbor ramp in Bernard (about a 2.75-mile paddle along the shore) or Seal Cove to the north (about a 4.3-mile paddle).
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Click on trails and landmarks to learn more about what Mitchell Marsh has to offer.
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Field Notes
Getting to Know Mitchell Marsh
Home to its namesake marsh, this preserve was acquired by MCHT in 2008. The property features over 30 acres of wetlands and 4.5 acres of wooded upland and cobble beach. These diverse wetland habitats draw a variety of shorebirds, tidal waterfowl, and wading birds.
Stories from Mount Desert Island
World Fish Migration Day
Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) will join partners and communities across the state on May 23, 2026 for a series of locally led events to celebrate migratory fish, river restoration, and the partnerships driving this conservation work forward. World Fish Migration Day activities will take place from York County to eastern Washington County on the Mousam, Bagaduce, Sheepscot, Orange, and Narraguagus Rivers, all part of MCHT’s multi‑year Rivers Initiative.
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Help Us Take Care of the Preserve
This preserve belongs to all of us; that’s why it’s important to leave as little trace as possible when you visit.
To do that, please:
- Carry out all trash
- Carry out all pet waste
- Carry out all human waste (including toilet paper)