Acadia
With 49,000 acres and the tallest mountain on the Atlantic coast of the U.S., Maine's Acadia National Park offers an abundance of hiking, biking and sightseeing options to visitors.
Top Stops
Top places to visit in Acadia, from signature stops to easy additions for the trip plan.
Park Loop Road
Sieur de MontsAn interesting area in the Park with a number of attractions that showcase the vision of George P. Dorr.
Point of interest
Sand BeachA scenic beach nestled between the mountains and rocky shores on the east side of Mount Desert Island.
Information
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Basic Information
Operating Hours & SeasonsThe Park is open all year, although most facilities are closed in the winter.
Learn About the Park
OverviewWith amazing coastal views and 49,000 acres to explore, the Park offers an abundance of hiking, biking, and sightseeing options.
Lodging
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Hotels
Bar Harbor Grand HotelThe Bar Harbor Grand Hotel offers a step back in time with its classic elegance in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor.
Hotels
The Pathmaker HotelThis new boutique hotel offers a convenient base for exploring Bar Harbor's lively streets and coastal charm.
Hotels
Hampton InnThis modern Hampton Inn in Ellsworth provides a comfortable and convenient lodging option with essential amenities for exploring Acadia National Park and the surrounding coastal towns.
Auto Tour
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Park Loop Road
Thompson Island Info CenterThe information center is the gateway between the mainland and Mount Desert Island...
Park Loop Road
Park Loop RoadThe world famous 21-mile Park Loop Road is the primary avenue for navigating through Acadia.
Hiking
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Point of interest
Cadillac Summit Loop TrailThis trail is famous for its panoramic views of Frenchman Bay.
Point of interest
Sieur de Monts Spring TrailA brief, interpretive trail about the sites of Sieur de Monts.
Point of interest
Bar Harbor Shore PathA short scenic walk created in the late 19th century in beautiful Bar Harbor.
Bicycling
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Point of interest
Carriage RoadsThese roads are ideal for biking, but can also be enjoyed on horseback, via horse-drawn carriage, or on foot.
Point of interest
Witch Hole Pond/Paradise HillA 6-mile loop with marshes, woods, and occasional ocean views.
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Point of Interest
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Point of interest
Sand BeachA scenic beach nestled between the mountains and rocky shores on the east side of Mount Desert Island.
Point of interest
Eagle Lake CulvertThe culvert allows fish to swim comfortably and also protects the carriage road and Eagle Lake.
Lighthouse
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Point of interest
Egg Rock LighthouseAn architecturally unique lighthouse whose fog horn is often heard in Bar Harbor.
Point of interest
Bear Island LighthouseThe lighthouse is located at the southern entrance to Somes Sound
Point of interest
Baker Island LighthouseBuilt in 1828 on Baker Island, the outermost of the Cranberry Isles, this is the oldest lighthouse in the area.
Camping
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Point of interest
Seawall CampgroundCamping facilities on the west or "quiet" side of Mount Desert Island.
Point of interest
Schoodic Woods CampgroundOpened in 2015, this campground is located on the Schoodic Peninsula and has 94 sites.
Picnicking
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Museum
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Point of interest
George B. Dorr Museum of Natural HistoryHoused in the original Park headquarters, the museum features natural history exhibits designed by College of the Atlantic students.
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Restrooms
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Point of interest
Thompson Island RestroomsThese restrooms are a good place to stop after a long drive.
Point of interest
Hulls Cove Visitor Center RestroomsThere is a large restroom located in the Visitor Center.
Parking
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Swimming
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Point of interest
Sand BeachA popular beach where visitors can swim, but beware, the waters are icy cold, even in summer.
Point of interest
Echo Lake Swimming BeachThis beach is a popular freshwater swimming hole that's good for kids and families to enjoy.
Boat Launch
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Birding
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Point of interest
Sieur de Monts Spring Nature CenterAn ideal location for birding enthusiasts to stop and explore.
Point of interest
Ship HarborBring your binoculars on this walk taking you from roadside to ocean in a forested setting where warblers abound.
Ranger Station
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Point of interest
Park HeadquartersAlso known as the Winter Visitor's Center since Hull's Cove Visitor's Center is closed in cold weather months.
Point of interest
Thompson Island Info CenterThe information center is the gateway between the mainland and Mount Desert Island.
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Hulls Cove Visitor CenterLocated just off Route 3 in Bar Harbor, this is the best place to begin your exploration of Acadia.
Accessibility
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Point of interest
Hulls Cove Vistor CenterThe accessible entrance to the Visitor Center is on the lower level.
Point of interest
Sand BeachThere is a view of the beach, but there is no beach access from this vantage point.
Support
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Point of interest
National Park FoundationThe official charity of America's national parks, the Foundation enriches the Park experience through programs and private support.
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Friends of AcadiaA private, nonprofit organization dedicated to Acadia National Park.
Nearby Parks Around Acadia
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Acadia
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Acadia National Park
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Acadia National Park
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Hulls Cove Visitor Center
There are two parking areas for the visitor center.
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Hulls Cove Visitor Center
Located just off Route 3 in Bar Harbor, this is the best place to begin your exploration of Acadia.
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Hulls Cove Visitor Center
This should be your first stop when visiting the Park.
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Hulls Cove Visitor Center
Due to the Covid virus, Route One, the Bar Harbor Road bus, WILL NOT OPERATE in 2021.
