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Thompson Island Info CenterThe information center is the gateway between the mainland and Mount Desert Island...
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Acadia National Park Points of Interest & Stops
Browse points of interest in Acadia National Park, including overlooks, trailheads, waterfalls, visitor centers, and other stops that help shape a stronger park itinerary.
Best Stops and Park POIs in Acadia National Park
Use this Acadia National Park POI collection to compare stops, prioritize landmarks, and decide which places belong on the route before you open the map or start a trip plan.
Basic Information
Operating Hours & SeasonsThe Park is open all year, although most facilities are closed in the winter.
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.
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.
Learn About the Park
Historic Carriage RoadsThis network of scenic roads was originally designed for horse-drawn carriages, but is also enjoyed by bikers and hikers today.
Basic Information
Traffic & Travel TipsSome tips regarding parking and travel on Park Loop Road in summer.
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Learn About the Park
Schoodic PeninsulaAn incredibly beautiful area of the Park for discovering the rugged coast of Maine without congestion or traffic.
Basic Information
Island Explorer Shuttle BusThe official shuttle bus service for Acadia National Park.
Basic Information
WeatherForecasts can change quickly in Acadia and the fog can be thicker than New England clam chowda...sometimes.
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Activities
HikingPack, park, and hike! There are miles and miles of trails to explore in Acadia. Here are some tips.
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Park Loop RoadThe world famous 21-mile Park Loop Road is the primary avenue for navigating through Acadia.
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Frenchman Bay OverlookThis vantage point provides an unusual site for the East Coast: mountains meeting the sea.
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1947 Fire OverlookIn 1947, fire destroyed thousands of acres of park land. View traces of the fire from this overlook.
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Porcupine Islands OverlookA wonderful place to view the Porcupine Islands that dot Frenchman Bay.
