Cadillac Mountain is the most popular part of Acadia National Park. In fact, it is so popular that you need a pass to drive to the top. You can get a pass for under $10 (2024) on the park's website. You'll need to show the QR code, your National Park entrance…
Jordan Pond Path is a 3.2 mile hike in Acadia National Park. It is flat and easy with boardwalks for much of the distance, but wheels would not be able to complete this hike. This trail walks along the edge of Jordan Pond, and has fun bridges and beautiful views of…
The Beehive Trail is a very popular summit trail in Acadia National Park. This trail climbs up a steep mountain to look out over the ocean. People enjoy this trail because of the steep ascent and the rungs and ladders along the way. The adventure on the hike makes the steepness…
The Gorham Mountain Trail is a short, steep hike in Acadia National Park. You can hike this trail straight up and back down, but we did it as a lollipop including the optional Cadillac Cliffs trail. Gotham Mountain Trail runs 1.8 miles roundtrip through amazing granite rock structures to a summit…
Acadia Mountain Trail is a short, steep hike to a summit in Acadia National Park. Parking at the trailhead is limited, so it is best to do this hike in the morning or evening. Due to the steepness of the hike, wear good hiking shoes and go slowly, because the rocks…
There is a small lighthouse in the Bass Harbor section of Acadia National Park. Though there isn't much of a hike to see the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, there are two short walks that give different views described below. Choose the view that is best for you, or do both as…