Acadia National Park, on Maine's Mount Desert Island, is where the forested mountains of the Atlantic coast meet pink-granite shoreline and cold open water. Cadillac Mountain — one of the first places in the U.S. to catch sunrise for part of the year — anchors the park, and the Park Loop Road strings together the best coastal overlooks. It is the Northeast's premier national-park RV destination.
Best season — Summer and fall (foliage peaks October)
At a glance
The facts worth checking before you roll out
Conservative, source-minded facts for planning your visit — always worth confirming against current conditions before you travel.
State
Maine
Location
Mount Desert Island, Atlantic coast
Season
Mainly spring–fall
Gateway town
Bar Harbor
On the ground
The Park Loop Road links Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and Otter Cliff, while a network of historic carriage roads offers car-free walking and biking through the interior.
Summer is busy and cool; autumn brings some of the Northeast's best foliage and quieter overlooks. Winter access is limited and many services close.
Confirm campground dates, vehicle-length limits, and the seasonal Cadillac Summit Road reservation system on the National Park Service site before you arrive.
Official sources
- National Park Service — Acadia National Park National Park Service
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