Acadia National Park is a popular tourist destination located primarily on Mount Desert Island, Maine. It was established on January 19, 1929. The oceanside park is located near Bar Harbor, Maine, which features shops, restaurants, theaters and recreational opportunities. The park is 47,000 acres and hosts approximately 2 million visitors each year.
Thompson Island Picnic Area and Park Loop Road to Open April 15
Great news! The Thompson Island Picnic Area and Park Loop Road will be open to vehicular traffic beginning on Saturday, April 15th.
Mud Season Comes to Acadia National Park – Carriage Roads Closed Effective March 31
Acadia National Park's Carriage Roads will be closed to all effective on Friday, March 31st to prevent damage from the soft ground and mud
Acadia National Park Hikes Entrance Fees Effective April 1
The cost to enter Acadia National Park is increasing effective Saturday, April 1st.
Tourist Hotspot Named ‘Coolest’ Town in Maine
Far + Wide identifies the 'coolest' towns in every state across America with a tourism hotbed winning the title in Maine.
Peregrine Falcons’ Expected Return Closes Some Trails at Acadia National Park
In anticipation of the peregrine falcons returning to their traditional nesting territories at the Precipice, Jordan and Valley Cove cliffs in Acadia National Park the National Park Service has closed the cliffs and associated trails to the public effective March 1st so as to protect the peregrine falcons from disturbance or harassment during the nesting stage.
Winter and Spring Road Construction in Acadia National Park
It will most likely start within days, and is scheduled to be completed by Memorial Day.
Maine’s Acadia National Park Nearly Surpassed 4 Million Visitors in 2022
It was the second-best year ever for visitation at the national park. Only 2021 had a higher attendance.
One of the Best Hikes in All of the United States is in Maine
Travel + Leisure cited many reasons why the North Ridge Trail in Acadia National Park is one of the best trails in the country.
2023 Fee Free Days in Acadia National Park
The National Park Service has released their Fee Free Days for 2023 whereby you can enter any National Park, including Acadia National Park without paying an entrance fee.
Nearly Half Price Acadia National Park Passes Available During December 2022
It's time! The annual nearly half price Acadia National Park passes will be available for $28.00 during the month of December. Remember that most locations will close early on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day.