Indian Point Blagden Preserve

With so many trails to cover in Acadian National Park, it's easy to overlook some of the other nature preserves on Mount Desert Island. About a month ago, I set out on a bike ride from Seal Cove to the Indian Point Blagden Preserve. The round trip was about 18 miles. Considering I hadn't been on any long bike rides in over a year, this was a bit of an ambitious plan. This was at the beginning of my ankle injury and I though biking would be easier than hiking and a lot more fun than just sitting on the couch.

Fall has got to be my favorite time of the year on the island. No bugs. No tourists. Cool temperatures. Beautiful vistas and lands to explore. The preserve covers 110 acres on land with several short walking paths that skirt along the coast. It's wonderful place to take a seat and enjoy some quiet time.

 

Indian Point Blagden Preserve