Acadia National Park
State: Maine
Size: 49,076 acres
Topography: Coastal, Forested
Peak Season: Summer & Fall
Nearest Airport: Bangor International Airport (BGR) – 1 hr
Nearby Towns: Bar Harbor, ME
Top 5 Hikes
Precipice Trail
Beehive Loop Trail
Jordan Pond Path
Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail
Gorham Mountain Trail
Points of Interest
Cadillac Mountain: The highest point in Acadia, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline and Bar Harbor.
Jordan Pond: A serene, clear pond famous for its scenic views of the Bubbles, two rounded mountains.
Bar Harbor: A charming seaside town with a variety of shops, restaurants, and access to the park's natural beauty.
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse: A picturesque lighthouse perched on the cliffs of Acadia's southern shore.
Recreational Opprotunities
Hiking – Over 150 miles of trails, including the famous Precipice Trail.
Biking – Carriage roads provide scenic cycling routes.
Rock Climbing – Sea cliff climbing at Otter Cliffs and Great Head.
Wildlife Viewing – Spot peregrine falcons, moose, and harbor seals.
Fishing – Notable for freshwater fishing in Jordan Pond, Echo Lake, and Long Pond, with opportunities for brook trout and landlocked salmon.
Camping
Blackwoods Campground (frontcountry)
Seawall Campground (frontcountry)
Schoodic Woods Campground (frontcountry)
Backcountry camping (limited, via special permit)