A man and woman holding walking sticks hike up a mountain summit near a wooden trail sign. Photo: Photo courtesy of Sam Mallon, Friends of Acadia

Acadia National Park

National Park · Maine

Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage.

  • LocationBar Harbor, ME
  • Entrance $35 private vehicle
  • HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
  • Weather now66°F Cloudy
  • Alerts 3 active alerts

Overview

At 4 million visits a year, it's one of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the United States. Visitors enjoy 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads.

Topics
  • Animals
  • Arts
  • Astronomy
  • Birds
  • Bridges
  • Catastrophic Fires
  • Climate Change
  • Colonization and Settlement
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  • Fire
  • Fish
  • Forests and Woodlands
  • Geology
  • Lakes
  • Lighthouses
  • Maritime
  • Monuments and Memorials
  • Mountains
  • Night Sky
  • Oceans
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Poetry and Literature
  • Roads, Routes and Highways
  • Rock Landscapes and Features
  • Schools and Education
  • Sculpture
  • Tragic Events
  • Trails
  • Transportation
  • Wetlands
  • Women's History
A group of people riding bicycles travels under the arch of a large stone bridge
There are 45 miles of historic carriage roads in Acadia. More at go.nps.gov/carriageroads — Photo courtesy Yehyun Kim, Friends of Acadia

Alerts (3)

Park ClosureEastern Section of Beech Mountain Loop Trail Closed for Repairs Starting Sept 21, the eastern section of the Beech Mountain Loop Trail will be closed for repairs from a junction just b… Read more

Starting Sept 21, the eastern section of the Beech Mountain Loop Trail will be closed for repairs from a junction just beyond the parking lot to just below the summit at the fire tower. Three alternate routes to the summit are available: the outer loop of the Beech Mountain Loop Trail, Beech South Ridge Trail and Beech West Ridge Trail.

Park ClosureSchoodic Mountain Road Closed for Repairs Starting Aug 31, the Schoodic Mountain Road will be closed for repairs from Schoodic Loop Road to the summit of Schoodic… Read more

Starting Aug 31, the Schoodic Mountain Road will be closed for repairs from Schoodic Loop Road to the summit of Schoodic Head. Workers will be operating heavy equipment for resurfacing, regrading and ditching.

Park ClosureSouthern Section of Ocean Path Closed for Repairs Starting Aug 31, a section of Ocean Path will be closed for repairs from a trailhead across from the Otter Point parking… Read more

Starting Aug 31, a section of Ocean Path will be closed for repairs from a trailhead across from the Otter Point parking lot to the trail's southern terminus.

Things to Do

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Camping

4 campgrounds listed on Recreation.gov. Check availability and current conditions before you go.

  • Blackwoods Campground Ranger Station

    Blackwoods Campground

    Reservable Campground

    For Blackwoods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10…

    Reserve on Recreation.gov

    207-288-3274 Directions

    • Hiking
    • Day Use Area
    • Interpretive Programs
    • Ranger Station
    Details

    Fees: Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Acadia National Park charges the following entrance fees: $35 per vehicle, $30 per motorcycle, or $20 per…

    Overview

    For Blackwoods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be made through recreation.gov.

    • 90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.
    • 10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.
    • Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.
    • All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.

    Blackwoods Campground is located in breathtaking Acadia National Park on the Maine coast. Visitors venture to Acadia for its picturesque scenery, historic sites and recreational activities, including hiking, biking and canoeing.

    Recreation

    From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers many opportunities to get outside and be active.


    Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises, bike rides and more.



    A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.

    Facilities

    The majority of Blackwoods' sites are for small and large tents; other sites can accommodate travelers with RVs. Flush toilets, running water, and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Roads are paved.


    *** There are no showers in the campground. Fee shower facilities are located 1/2 mile from the campground. The use of portable showers is prohibited.***

    Natural Features

    Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine. Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia. At Blackwoods, all sites are wooded and within a 10-minute walk of the ocean.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (207) 288-3274.

    Nearby Attractions

    Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns. Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut offer plenty of visitor services including restaurants, shops, museums, and tours. Please check with local Chambers of Commerce for more information.

    Charges & Cancellations

    In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their scheduled arrival.

    • If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping fee.

    Early Departures

     If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am EST to receive a refund for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not receive a refund for that night.

  • Duck Harbor and Duck Harbor Mountain

    Duck Harbor Campground

    Reservable Campground

    Duck Harbor campsites are reservable starting on April 1st at 10:00am ET. Duck Harbor Campground is located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island off the coast of Stonington…

    Reserve on Recreation.gov

    207-335-5551 Directions

    Details

    Overview

    Duck Harbor campsites are reservable starting on April 1st at 10:00am ET. Duck Harbor Campground is located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island off the coast of Stonington, Maine. Remote and inaccessible to automobiles, Isle au Haut is linked to the mainland by mailboat.

    Recreation

    Isle au Haut offers excellent hiking. The remoteness of the island provides a quiet experience along primitive trails with many great views of rocky cliffs and coastal scenery. Bicycling is allowed but is very rigorous, on loose rock, and unpaved road. No trail biking. You must bring your own mountain bike. Bicycles can only be unloaded at the Town Dock. No bicycles may be loaded or unloaded at Duck Harbor Landing.

    Facilities

    This small campground contains five campsites. Each campsite has a fire ring, picnic table, and a lean-to shelter which is three-sided with roof and floor. Dimensions are 8' tall, 8' deep, and 12.5' wide. Use of tents is limited to what can fit inside the shelters. There are three composting toilets at the campground. There is a non-potable water source 0.3 miles from campground, however it may not be available during your stay. Plan ahead to bring enough water for the duration of your stay. There is a ranger station 4 miles from the campground but only 0.3 miles from the Isle au Haut Town Landing. The ranger station is open mid-May to mid-October, when there are rangers on Isle au Haut for the season. While the rangers are typically out in the field and not at the ranger station during most of the day, the lobby remains open, allowing visitors access to maps, reading material, and the only public restroom in town. Boat service to Duck Harbor is limited at the beginning and end of the season. Please review the Need to Know section.

    Natural Features

    Isle au Haut provides opportunities to explore rocky shorelines, wooded uplands, marshes, bogs, and a mile-long freshwater lake. A section of Acadia National Park covers about half of Isle au Haut. The campground is situated on the western side of Isle au Haut. It is just south of the Duck Harbor Boat Landing. The island is approximately six miles long by two miles wide.

    Nearby Attractions

    There is a small, traditional village near the Isle au Haut Town Landing where one can find a general store, seasonal gift shop, a seasonal food shack, and post office.

    Charges & Cancellations

    No Shows

    • If a camper does not arrive at his/her campsite by 11:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee. 

    Making Changes to Your Reservation

    • A $10.00 service fee will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. 

    Cancelling Your Reservation

    • If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a $10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. 

                                             Please review Rules & Reservation Policies below for more information.

  • A panoramic view of a Ranger Station with bus stop and public restrooms in background.

    Schoodic Woods Campground

    Reservable Campground

    No RVs, trailers or vehicles larger than 21 feet are permitted on Schoodic Loop Road beyond the day-use parking area/campground. The Island Explorer Bus provides shuttle…

    Reserve on Recreation.gov

    207-288-1300 Directions

    • Hiking
    • Boating
    • Biking
    • Day Use Area
    Details

    Fees: Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. All interagency passes count as a park pass. These include senior passes, America the beautiful pass…

    Overview

    No RVs, trailers or vehicles larger than 21 feet are permitted on Schoodic Loop Road beyond the day-use parking area/campground. The Island Explorer Bus provides shuttle service on the Schoodic Peninsula during the day.Oversize vehicle parking is available in the day-use parking area at Schoodic Woods.

    For Schoodic Woods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be made through recreation.gov.

    • 90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.

    • 10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.

    • Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.

    • All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.

    Schoodic Woods is located in breathtaking Acadia National Park on the Maine coast. Located on the Schoodic Peninsula, this campground is 1.5 miles (2.5 km) southeast of Winter Harbor. It is approximately 60-70 minutes from Bar Harbor and the main section of the park. Visitors venture to Acadia for its picturesque scenery, historic sites and recreational activities, including walking, hiking, biking and kayaking.

    Recreation

    The Schoodic Peninsula provides numerous recreational activities without the congestion of Mount Desert Island. A six-mile (10 km), one-way loop road offers views of lighthouses, seabirds, and forested islands. Vehicle turnouts provide opportunities to stop and enjoy the scenery. Stopping on the road and parking outside of designated pull-offs are prohibited. There are over eight miles of hiking trails on the Schoodic Peninsula and an additional eight miles of bike paths. Arey Cove Road leads to Schoodic Point, a windswept, rocky point providing spectacular views of Mount Desert Island.

    Facilities

      All sites (except for group sites and hike-in sites) have electric, and B-Loop sites have electric and water. Flush toilets, potable running water, and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings in each site.All sites have ADA picnic tables. All campground roads are paved. Acadia's Island Explorer shuttle buses provide free service between park destinations and local communities. Shuttle service is available on the Schoodic Peninsula from late-May to mid-October. There is no shuttle service between the Schoodic Peninsula and Mt. Desert Island. Grocery, and supply stores are located in Winter Harbor, 1.5 miles from the campground. *** There are no showers in the campground there are showers located in Winter Harbor***. ALL HIKE-IN CAMPSITES, setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using a campfire (including charcoal) is prohibited. Stoves and grills fueled by petroleum fuels such as Liquid Propane Gas (LPG), butane, or white gas are allowed.

    Natural Features

    Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine. Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia. At Schoodic Woods, all sites are wooded and within a 15-minute walk of the ocean.

    Nearby Attractions

    Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns. The Schoodic Institute is located near Schoodic Point and has an Education and Research Center supporting science and education initiatives throughout the park. Rockefeller Institute is a public facility. Beautiful Lamoine State Park is just 21 miles from Acadia, with boating, fishing, and scenic views of Frenchman's Bay.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (207) 412-8346.

    Charges & Cancellations

    In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their scheduled arrival.

    • If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping fee.

    Early Departures

    If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am EST to receive a refund for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not receive a refund for that night.

  • Seawall Campground Ranger Station

    Seawall Campground

    Reservable Campground

    For Seawall campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am…

    Reserve on Recreation.gov

    207-244-3600 Directions

    • Interpretive Programs
    • Ranger Station
    Details

    Fees: Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Acadia National Park charges the following entrance fees: $35 per vehicle, $30 per motorcycle, or $20 per…

    Overview

    For Seawall campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be made through recreation.gov.

    • 90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.
    • 10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.
    • Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.
    • All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.

    Recreation

    From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers many opportunities to get outside and be active.


    Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises, bike rides and more. Kids age 6-12 love Acadia's Junior Ranger Program.


    A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.

    Facilities

    The majority of this family-oriented campground's sites are for small and large tents; some sites can accommodate RVs up to 35 ft. in length. Maneuvering RVs in the campground can be very difficult. Seawall Campground was not designed to accomodate large RVs and trailers. Please read campsite details and warnings carefully before reserving a site. Accommodations cannot be made for RVs or trailers that do not fit in reserved sites.


    Flush toilets, running water and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Roads are paved. A picnic area is located on the shore across from the campground entrance.



    ***Fee shower facilities and camping supply stores are located 1 mile from the campground. There are no showers in the campground. The use of portable showers is prohibited.***

    Natural Features

    Southwest Harbor is located on the west side of Mount Desert Island. The west side of the Island is considered the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island. All the sites at Seawall Campground are wooded and within a 10-minute walk to the ocean. There are many beautiful and quiet hiking trails on this side of the Island, as well as Echo Lake, a wonderful lake for swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and picnics. Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine. Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (207) 244-0069.

    Nearby Attractions

    Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns. Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut offer plenty of visitor services including restaurants, shops, museums, and tours. Please check with local Chambers of Commerce for more information.

    Charges & Cancellations

    In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their scheduled arrival.

    • If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping fee.

     Early Departures

    If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am EST to receive a refund for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not receive a refund for that night.

Facilities & Services

Find timed-entry reservations, permits, tours, tickets, visitor centers and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.

Timed Entry & Reservations

  • Acadia National Park Vehicle Reservations

    Timed Entry

    Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats with high…

    Details

    Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats with high biodiversity, clean air and water, and a rich cultural heritage. Each year, more than 3.3 million people explore seven peaks above 1,000 feet, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads with 16 stone bridges.

Permits & Passes

  • Acadia Otter Cliffs Group Climbing Permit

    Permit

    Acadia Otter Cliff climbing area provides spectacular setting for sea cliff climbing within the Acadia National Park.

    Details

    Acadia Otter Cliff climbing area provides spectacular setting for sea cliff climbing within the Acadia National Park.

Tours & Tickets

  • Acadia National Park Ranger Programs

    Ticket Facility

    Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich…

    Details

    Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 3.5 million visits a year, it's one of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the United States. Visitors enjoy 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads.    

    Rangers provide interpretive programs for visitors that allow visitors to gain a better understanding of the park's natural and cultural resources. These programs are offered during the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. Some programs allow you to "drop-in" for short interactions with a ranger as you travel through the busiest areas of the park, while others require reservations. For more information visit the Acadia National Park program calendar . The Stars over Sand Beach program requires reservations. The program is free; advance reservations require a $1 per ticket reservation fee.


Visitor Centers

  • Acadia Gateway Center courtyard

    Acadia Gateway Center

    Visitor Center

    The Acadia Gateway Center is an intermodal transit and welcome center located on Route 3 in Trenton three miles north of Mount Desert Island. Facilities include an…

    Details
    The Acadia Gateway Center is an intermodal transit and welcome center located on Route 3 in Trenton three miles north of Mount Desert Island. Facilities include an Island Explorer bus stop, day-use parking, and an 11,000-square-foot welcome center with tourism information, a store, waiting area, and restrooms. Owned by the State of Maine, it is operated by the Maine Department of Transportation in partnership with the National Park Service, Downeast Transportation Inc., and Maine Office of Tourism.
  • Winter Information: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce

    Visitor Center

    During winter and spring, information and sales of some passes are available at the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 2 Cottage Street, at the corner of Cottage and Main…

    Details
    During winter and spring, information and sales of some passes are available at the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 2 Cottage Street, at the corner of Cottage and Main streets (GPS coordinates = 44.398633, -68.204933). The center is open 7 days a week from 8 am to 4 pm. There will be full-day holiday closures on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.

Other Visitor Services

  • Information pavlion

    Hulls Cove Visitor Center

    Facility

    Located close to Bar Harbor off Route 3, the Hulls Cove Visitor Center is Acadia’s main visitor contact station and transportation hub from May into October. It is a…

    Details
    Located close to Bar Harbor off Route 3, the Hulls Cove Visitor Center is Acadia’s main visitor contact station and transportation hub from May into October. It is a popular, and often crowded, first stop for many visitors. It is adjacent to an entrance for the park's iconic 27-mile Park Loop Road and it serves as a key stop for several routes on the fare-free Island Explorer bus system. From a large parking lot, visitors must climb 52 steps to the main entrance. There is a separate accessible entrance.
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Other Visitor Services

  • Islesford Historical Museum

    Islesford Historical Museum

    Facility

    The Islesford Historical Museum continues its mission of celebrating Islesford’s cultural history. Historical exhibits showcase life on and around Cranberry Isles from…

    Details
    The Islesford Historical Museum continues its mission of celebrating Islesford’s cultural history. Historical exhibits showcase life on and around Cranberry Isles from the 1700s to present. Come see artifacts from local families, historical societies, and Acadia's collection while learning about the unique experience of living on an unbridged island.
  • Rockefeller Welcome Center

    Schoodic Institute Welcome Center at Rockefeller Hall

    Facility

    The Schoodic Institute Welcome Center at Rockefeller Hall is located on Schoodic Peninsula off the one-way loop road. Exhibits about the old Navy base and park…

    Details
    The Schoodic Institute Welcome Center at Rockefeller Hall is located on Schoodic Peninsula off the one-way loop road. Exhibits about the old Navy base and park information can be found here.
  • Sieur de Monts Nature Center

    Sieur de Monts Nature Center

    Facility

    Sieur de Monts Nature Center has visitor services, hiking information, and interactive exhibits. It acts as a trailhead for many hiking trails starting in the Sieur de…

    Details
    Sieur de Monts Nature Center has visitor services, hiking information, and interactive exhibits. It acts as a trailhead for many hiking trails starting in the Sieur de Monts area. Park rangers are present during the spring, summer, and fall months.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Open 24 hours, daily · Acadia National Park

Hours details
  • Acadia National ParkOpen 24 hours, daily

    Acadia National Park is open year-round. Check our website for park facilities operating hours, such as Hulls Cove Visitor Center.

Entrance fees

  • $35Private Vehicle
  • $30Motorcycle
  • $20Per Person
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  • Timed Entry Reservation - Location$6

    Vehicle reservations are not required for any other areas of the park, or for visitors who enter the area by foot, bike, or taxi. Vehicle reservations provide a timed entry, but do not require a departure time until 9 pm, when the road closes to vehicles. Reservations do not permit re-entry. Reservations are per vehicle, not per person. Reservations do not assign a specific parking space. Parking is prohibited outside of designated spaces. Cadillac is not served by the Island Explorer bus system.

  • Private Vehicle$35

    Valid for seven days. Admits private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. This includes rental cars, RVs, and vans with fewer than 16 passengers. If the vehicle pass is purchased, no other pass is necessary.

  • Motorcycle$30

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

  • Per Person$20

    Valid for seven days. Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge.

  • Education/Academic GroupsFree

    School groups and other academic institutions may qualify for an Educational Fee Waiver. If not qualified, please check fees for large or commercial groups.

  • Non-commercial GroupsFree

    Groups entering Acadia by bus, van, or other high-capacity vehicles (16 people or more) must pay an organized group entrance fee. Adults (16 years old and over): $20/per person Youth (15 years old and under): Free

  • Commercial Entrance - Per Person$20

    Are you operating a business that provides leisure or recreational services while in the park? If so, it is considered a commercial group and you are required to have a Commercial Use Authorization. A commercial group is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service. Learn more on our "Do Business With Us" page.

  • Nonresident$100

    Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Acadia National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless they are admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.

Passes

  • $70Annual Entrance - Park
Pass details
  • Annual Entrance - Park

    The Acadia Annual Pass is valid only at Acadia and may be purchased online or in person. You do not need an additional entrance pass if you already have a federal lands pass. It is valid for 12 months from purchase month. This pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. In addition to park visitor centers and campgrounds, the Acadia Annual Pass is available at the Acadia Regional Chamber at Thompson Island, and at Bar Harbor, Ellsworth and Southwest Harbor chambers of commerce.

Address

25 Visitor Center Road, Hulls Cove Visitor Center
Bar Harbor, ME 04609

Weather & conditions

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What to expect by season

Located on Mount Desert Island in Maine, Acadia experiences all four seasons. Summer temperatures range from 45-90F (7-30C). Fall temperatures range from 30-70F (-1-21C). Typically the first frost is in mid-October and first snowfall begins in November and can continue through April with an average accumulation of 73 inches (185 cm). Winter temperatures range from 14-35F (-10 - 2C). Spring temperatures range from 30-70F (-1-21C).

Upcoming Events

10 coming up
  • Blackwoods Campground Program: Amphibians of Acadia

    Oct 12, 2026 · 05:30 PM–06:30 PM Blackwoods Campground Amphitheater Free

  • Carriage Road Bike Tour

    Oct 12, 2026 · 08:30 AM–11:00 AM · through Oct 16

  • Hawk Watch

    Oct 12, 2026 · 09:00 AM–12:00 PM · through Oct 16 200 yards down the Cadillac North Ridge Trail from Cadillac Mountain East Summit Parking Lot. Free

  • Blackwoods Campground Program: Be Like a Beaver

    Oct 13, 2026 · 05:30 PM–06:30 PM Blackwoods Campground Amphitheater Free

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  • Drop-in Stewardship Volunteering with Friends of Acadia

    Oct 13, 2026 · 08:15 AM–12:15 PM · through Oct 31 Park and meet at the Hulls Cove Storage Facility, located near the Hulls Cove Visitor Center, Visitor Center Rd, Bar Harbor, ME 04609. (This is the same location as in 2024. Park HQ is under construction.) Enter via the Hulls Cove Visitor Center entrance off Route 3 in Bar Harbor. Continue past the Visitor Center parking lot on Paradise Hill Road. When the road splits, bear left to the Hulls Cove Storage Facility. (Note: There is an “authorized vehicles only” as well as a “do not enter” sign, but if you are there to volunteer just continue past those! Don’t worry, we’ll have signs out to help guide you!) Free

  • Blackwoods Campground Program: The Tree of Life – Exploring Acadia's Animal Connections

    Oct 14, 2026 · 05:30 PM–06:30 PM Blackwoods Campground Amphitheater Free

  • Wetland Revival – Walking the Path of Restoration

    Oct 14, 2026 · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM Outside Sieur de Monts Nature Center Free

  • Bird Walk

    Oct 15, 2026 · 09:00 AM–11:00 AM Location given with reservation Free

  • Wetland Revival – Walking the Path of Restoration

    Oct 16, 2026 · 11:00 AM–01:00 PM Outside Sieur de Monts Nature Center Free

  • Take Pride in Acadia Day

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Getting There

25 Visitor Center Road, Hulls Cove Visitor Center
Bar Harbor, ME 04609

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 I-395 to U.S.

Full directions

Route 1A east to Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island.

Mailing address: PO Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

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