The Northeast Harbor Golf Club, located in the charming village of Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine, is a hidden gem for golf enthusiasts seeking both challenging play and scenic beauty. Established in 1895, this historic course offers a perfect blend of classic design and natural surroundings. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, the course provides golfers with spectacular views of Acadia National Park’s forested hillsides and glimpses of the harbor. The 18-hole, par-71 course is well-maintained, with lush fairways, smooth greens, and a layout that rewards accuracy over pure power. Water hazards, strategically placed bunkers, and gently undulating greens make the game engaging for players of all skill levels. The front nine winds through tree-lined fairways, while the back nine opens up to more expansive views, offering a variety of challenges. One of the highlights is the club’s peaceful atmosphere. Unlike overly crowded resort courses, Northeast Harbor Golf Club allows you to enjoy your round without feeling rushed. The sea breeze adds a refreshing touch in summer, and in autumn, the course becomes even more breathtaking as foliage transforms into vibrant reds, oranges, and golds.

Highly recommend adding this to your list of places to golf on Bar Harbour! Staff is very friendly and Samantha is a fantastic instructor.

The course was great today; had a lot of fun. The course staff were very friendly and helpful.

Oh my! Spectacular ! We almost missed out on thus wonderful course. The 3 holes you see from the road appear flat and wide, wide open. Upon further look at maps the remaining 15 are tucked back in the forest and hills. so we took a chance. Although the first 3 holes do appear open they have challenges of their own. As another reviewer commented it is one of the best courses we’ve played … and we play northern CA and HI a lot. ! It is in perfect shape and the staff could not have been nicer.

Amazing course! My husband and I got lucky when rain kept all players away. We had the course to ourselves. It was a tough course to walk, but enjoyed getting to combine golf with a hike. A must for golf enthusiast visiting the MDI area.