Acadia National Park is one of the most beautiful National Parks in the country. With scenic views around every corner, it’s the perfect setting for an afternoon picnic, a bike ride, or a day hike. Checkout some of the park’s main attractions:
- Jordan Pond House
- Cadillac Mountain Summit
- Thunder Hole
- Bass Harbor Lighthouse
- Carriage Roads
- Tidepools
Directions by Car
From Boston take I-95 north to Augusta, Maine, then Route 3 east to Ellsworth, and on to Mount Desert Island. For an alternate route, continue on I-95 north to Bangor, Maine, then take Route 1A east to Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island.
Transportation
Please consider using the FREE Island Explorer Bus when visiting our locations. Parking can be extremely limited and is always in high demand during peak season. Jordan Pond, Cadillac Mountain and Thunder Hole are extremely popular locations that are not to be missed, as long as you plan wisely.
