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Down East Maine, there’s a string of islands that make up the oldest National Park east of the Mississippi. Full of pink granite peaks that plummet dramatically to rocky beaches below, these islands are like nothing else on the East Coast.
The majority of the Park lies on Mount Desert Island. The name comes from the barren summits that dot the island. We’re talking views for days (as long as the fog is cooperating). The highest of these summits is Cadillac Mountain. Due to its eastern location and height, this peak is one of the first places in the United States to see the sunrise.
While most of the beaches on the island are rocky, Sand Beach is an excep
Down East Maine, there’s a string of islands that make up the oldest National Park east of the Mississippi. Full of pink granite peaks that plummet dramatically to rocky beaches below, these islands are like nothing else on the East Coast.
The majority of the Park lies on Mount Desert Island. The name comes from the barren summits that dot the island. We’re talking views for days (as long as the fog is cooperating). The highest of these summits is Cadillac Mountain. Due to its eastern location and height, this peak is one of the first places in the United States to see the sunrise.
While most of the beaches on the island are rocky, Sand Beach is an exception. The silky smooth sand is the result of shell fragments being slowly ground up by the surf over millions of years.
When you’ve had your fill of the beach, get some exercise on one of the five star hikes in the area. The Great Head Trail offers a moderate 1.4 mile jaunt with wonderful views of the The Beehive—a commanding geological formation that towers over the treetops. If you’re into heights, you can climb The Beehive itself. It’s a strenuous trek involving steep trails, granite steps, and rebar rungs but the view from the top makes it worth it.
Oh, and how could we forget about the carriage roads? These historic gravel roads were finished in 1933 and still exist today. The 45 mile network makes for excellent hiking and biking. The carriage roads are extra gorgeous in fall, when the Park explodes in hues of red, orange, and yellow.
If you’re looking to stay the night, there are two campgrounds in Acadia National Park. Blackwoods campground is reservable while Seawall Campground is first-come, first-served. You can also find lodging in the nearby town of Bar Harbor. Its little shops and “DownEast” charm are a must-see.
This newcomer was built in 2015 to attract overnight visitors to the beautiful Schoodic Peninsula. It’s far from the hustle and bustle of Mount Desert Island, and offers a more intimate and secluded camping experience. Sites are wooded and private, with ample room for tents or RVs, but several roads on the peninsula are not suitable for RV travel, Read more...
Leave your car and other modern technologies behind and head out to Isle au Haut where you will find the very best of primitive camping at Duck Harbor Campground. Ferry service from the mainland will drop you and your gear in Duck Harbor, and from there, you’re on your own. Explore the wild, rocky shores, hike the 18-miles of trails, or just kick Read more...
Take a ride on the quiet side—Seawell Campground is tucked away in the far southern end of the park, a full 18-miles from the most popular sites and attractions of the park loop road. What this area lacks in popularity, it makes up for in rugged beauty. You’ll find quiet hiking trails, the beautiful Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and the perfect lake for Read more...
Acadia is your spot for rugged adventure and ocean-side relaxation. It is one of the most visited National Parks in the United States, where you can take care of all your vacationing needs in one spot. Meander along the towering cliffs and sandy beaches, hike the miles of trail, bike the tree-lined carriage roads, or kayak the peaceful ponds and l Read more...
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Acadia National Park
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Down East Maine, there’s a string of islands that make up the oldest National Park east of the Mississippi. Full of pink granite peaks that plummet dramatically to rocky beaches below, these islands are like nothing else on the East Coast.
The majority of the Park lies on Mount Desert Island. The name comes from the barren summits that dot the island. We’re talking views for days (as long as the fog is cooperating). The highest of these summits is Cadillac Mountain. Due to its eastern location and height, this peak is one of the first places in the United States to see the sunrise.
While most of the beaches on the island are rocky, Sand Beach is an excep
Down East Maine, there’s a string of islands that make up the oldest National Park east of the Mississippi. Full of pink granite peaks that plummet dramatically to rocky beaches below, these islands are like nothing else on the East Coast.
The majority of the Park lies on Mount Desert Island. The name comes from the barren summits that dot the island. We’re talking views for days (as long as the fog is cooperating). The highest of these summits is Cadillac Mountain. Due to its eastern location and height, this peak is one of the first places in the United States to see the sunrise.
While most of the beaches on the island are rocky, Sand Beach is an exception. The silky smooth sand is the result of shell fragments being slowly ground up by the surf over millions of years.
When you’ve had your fill of the beach, get some exercise on one of the five star hikes in the area. The Great Head Trail offers a moderate 1.4 mile jaunt with wonderful views of the The Beehive—a commanding geological formation that towers over the treetops. If you’re into heights, you can climb The Beehive itself. It’s a strenuous trek involving steep trails, granite steps, and rebar rungs but the view from the top makes it worth it.
Oh, and how could we forget about the carriage roads? These historic gravel roads were finished in 1933 and still exist today. The 45 mile network makes for excellent hiking and biking. The carriage roads are extra gorgeous in fall, when the Park explodes in hues of red, orange, and yellow.
If you’re looking to stay the night, there are two campgrounds in Acadia National Park. Blackwoods campground is reservable while Seawall Campground is first-come, first-served. You can also find lodging in the nearby town of Bar Harbor. Its little shops and “DownEast” charm are a must-see.
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4 campgrounds in Acadia National Park
This newcomer was built in 2015 to attract overnight visitors to the beautiful Schoodic Peninsula. It’s far from the hustle and bustle of Mount Desert Island, and offers a more intimate and secluded camping experience. Sites are wooded and private, with ample room for tents or RVs, but several roads on the peninsula are not suitable for RV travel, Read more...
Leave your car and other modern technologies behind and head out to Isle au Haut where you will find the very best of primitive camping at Duck Harbor Campground. Ferry service from the mainland will drop you and your gear in Duck Harbor, and from there, you’re on your own. Explore the wild, rocky shores, hike the 18-miles of trails, or just kick Read more...
Take a ride on the quiet side—Seawell Campground is tucked away in the far southern end of the park, a full 18-miles from the most popular sites and attractions of the park loop road. What this area lacks in popularity, it makes up for in rugged beauty. You’ll find quiet hiking trails, the beautiful Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and the perfect lake for Read more...
Acadia is your spot for rugged adventure and ocean-side relaxation. It is one of the most visited National Parks in the United States, where you can take care of all your vacationing needs in one spot. Meander along the towering cliffs and sandy beaches, hike the miles of trail, bike the tree-lined carriage roads, or kayak the peaceful ponds and l Read more...
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