Top Spots in and near Acadia National Park
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Mount Desert, Maine
When we saw that the weather in Acadia was going to be mid 40's and sunny in March, we decided we had to go. However, when you go in March there are a lot of different things about Acadia National Park that are helpful to know.First of all, it is recommended that you camp at Blackwoods Campground...
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Mount Desert, Maine
Little Hunters Beach is a hidden gem in Acadia National Park. It’s the perfect place to get away from the crowds and listen to the crashing waves and the crackling of the cobblestones. You might be tempted to venture in to the water, but beware – cool waters and strong currents do not make this...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
5.0
2.0 mi
/ 1000 ft gain
The Precipice Trail is one of the most well known trails in Acadia, probably for its difficulty and the fact that it is along the exposed edge of Champlain Mountain. Much of this trail is more of a climb rather than a usual hike. You will have to climb and scramble over large rocks as well as c...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
4.7
1.64 mi
/ 525 ft gain
Gorham Mountain Trail is one of the relatively shorter and easy trails in Acadia National Park, and it's a perfect morning spot to catch a sunrise in Acadia (much less crowded than the highly-visited Cadillac Mountain).
To access the trail head, you'll need to drive into the park and down the Pa...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
A natural phenomenon caused by waves crashing into a narrow inlet, Thunder Hole is a sight worth seeing in Acadia National Park. As the waves rush in and out of the small cavern at the end of the inlet, the water collides with trapped air, creating a loud thunderous sound. The splash of the wat...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
4.9
1.35 mi
/ 512 ft gain
This 1.6 mile round trip trail starts with a moderate grade as you leave the sand beach parking area. After a half a mile you will see a rock pile and you have the option of heading strait for the slower sloping (but less views) trail ahead of you or you can turn to the right and see the steep tr...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
4.5
1.24 mi
/ 350 ft gain
The Bowl is a small pond nestled in the mountains of Acadia National Park. Although it is a great way to relax after completing the challenging Beehive Trail, it can also be reached via a less strenuous out-and-back hike that is just under 1.5 miles.
The trailhead is located on Park Loop Road, ...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
To begin the Great Head Trail hike, you'll want to park at the parking lot for Sand Beach located on the Park Loop Road. From the parking lot, you will cross the beach entirely, which is a nice morning walk in itself, especially on the foggy days Acadia is famous for.
When you reach the end of t...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
5.0
3.14 mi
/ 692 ft gain
Ocean Path and Gorham Mountain Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Bar Harbor, Maine.
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Bar Harbor, Maine
Sand Beach is located off the Park Loop Road on the east side of Mt. Desert Island. Signs for the beach will make it difficult to miss.
Once there you can park your car and walk down some steps to the beach. There are restrooms and changing areas close by.
On the beach you will be able to la...
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Mount Desert, Maine
Otter Cliff – not to be confused with Otter Point – is a popular stop along the Ocean Path trail in Acadia National Park. This 110-foot cliff is one of the highest coastal headlands in North America and is a prime spot for rock climbing. If you don’t have your own gear, there are climbing tours a...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
If you only have an hour or so left to your day in Acadia, Otter Point offers some amazing views of the coastline, without being on a crowded beach. An easy mellow trail just inland from the shore allows you easy access to iconic places such as Otter Cliffs, Thunder Hole, and Monument Cove. Hike ...
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Mount Desert, Maine
You can reach the northern shore of Long Pond by following 102 South until you reach Somesville. A few miles past this you will notice a Kayak Rental shop on your right and Whitney Farm Road. You can park near here and utilize the shore to put your kayak in, or you can rent from the shop. A pu...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
The Bar Island Trail is something I was a little hesitant to do at first, mainly because of my tendency to wander and take a lot longer on a trail than I anticipated. This trail is unique in that you can only access it and Bar Island at low tide by foot (crossing the sand bar) or if you have 4-wh...
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Bar Harbor, Maine
The Bar Harbor shore path is a simple walking trail that runs along the eastern shore of Mt. Desert Island. There's little to no elevation change since it's on the water's edge, but the views of this picturesque harbor are always worthwhile.
Despite being a mellow walk, this is something you re...
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Sullivan, Maine
The skill level can vary on photographing this picture perfect location but no matter your skill level be sure to arrive early to scout out your best composition and be prepared for the swarm of other photographers at sunset!
All photos were taken the same day at different times throughout the da...
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