Acadia National Park

Overview

People have been drawn to the mountainous coast of Maine for many years. Awed by its stunning and diverse landscape, early 20th-century visionaries donated the land that eventually became Acadia National Park. Home to many different plants and animals, the park is comprised of rocky mountains and lush forests that display amazing colors in the fall. From atop this mountainous terrain, visitors will enjoy incredible views of the sea. Today, visitors come to Acadia to hike rocky peaks, bike historic carriage roads, or decompress and enjoy the beautiful landscape.

To learn more about Acadia National Park, visit www.nps.gov.

Local Info

Visitor Centers:
Hours of operation vary by day and season. To see current hours of operation, visit the park's website.

• Hulls Cove Visitor Center: Open daily, year round. Hours vary by season.
• Park Headquarters: Open from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Days vary by season.
• Thompson Island Information Center: Open daily from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, mid-May through mid-October.
• Village Green Information Center: Open daily from 8 am to 5 pm from May 25 to Columbus Day.
• Islesford Historical Museum: Hours and days vary by season.
• Sieur de Monts Nature Center: Open 9 am to 5 pm, weekends only for May. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, June through early September.

Visiting Tips

Acadia National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Weather in Acadia can be unpredictable, and visitors should come prepared for sun, snow, fog, ice, or anything in between. Certain park facilities and amenities are only open seasonally. Park Loop Road is closed annually from December 1 to April 14, weather dependent, and the unpaved roads in the park are closed from November 15 to May 15. For more information on current closures, visit the park's website.

Fees & Passes:
To learn more about park fees, click here.

• Purchase an annual pass for all national parks sites, $80

Camping & Lodging

Camping:
The park operates three main campgrounds in addition to several remote campsites on the Isle au Haute and a stock campground. Reservations for group and individual campsites at Blackwoods, Seawall, and Schoodic Woods campgrounds are accepted seasonally and are recommended during peak season from May to October. To learn more about camping in the park, visit the park's website.

• Blackwoods Campground:Reservations can be made by calling 877-444-6777 or online.
  
• Seawall Campground: Open from late May to early September. Reservations can be made by calling 877-444-6777 or online.
  
• Schoodic Woods Campground: Open from lat May until Columbus Day. Reservations can be made by calling 877-444-6777 or online.
  
• Duck Harbor Campground (Isle au Haut): Five primitive sites available from May 15 to October 15 by reservation only. Reservations can be made by mailing in a reservation request form which can be found online.
  
• Wildwood Stables Campground: Only open for visitors with stock animals.

Lodging:
There is no lodging located within the park. Visitors looking for lodging will find plenty of options in the nearby towns outside of Acadia National Park.

Food & Drink

The Jordan Pond House is the only dining facility located in the park. This restaurant serves lunch, tea, and dinner from mid-May through late October. There are many dining options available in nearby communities outside of the park.

Other Activities

There are many other opportunities to enjoy the wonder that is Acadia National Park. Whether hiking, driving, camping, fishing, boating, birdwatching, horseback riding, swimming, or picnicking, the park is sure to have something for everyone. Options for winter activities include skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and snowmobiling. In the summer, be sure to grab a bike and ride some of the amazing carriage roads weaving through the National Park. For those looking for additional adventure, look no further than the great opportunities for rock climbing in the park.