The college's location enables students to participate easily in outdoor activities. What for many people makes living on Mount Desert Island so attractive is the proximity of Acadia National Park with its over 50 miles of carriage paths and 100 miles of open trails. Within five minutes, one can be in the park and usually away from crowds. Students regularly bike on the carriage roads, hike and rock climb, canoe and kayak in Frenchman Bay, and in the winter, cross-country ski, snowshoe, and ice skate. Through a cooperative arrangement with the local YMCA, all students have use of their facilities which include Nautilus equipment, basketball and volleyball courts, and a swimming pool.
Tennis courts are available nearby.
Don't think you're stuck on the island, though. In September you can easily find a ride to the Commonground Fair and the Blue Hill Fair. There are also concerts, plays, etc. Students have also made trips to Lewiston, Waterville, Portland and Boston to see bands perform.