About Acadia National Park
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 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.
Quick Facts
Entrance Fees
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.
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.
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Valid for seven days. Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge.
School groups and other academic institutions may qualify for an Educational Fee Waiver. If not qualified, please check fees for large or commercial groups.
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
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.
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.
Operating Hours
Acadia National Park is open year-round. Check our website for park facilities operating hours, such as Hulls Cove Visitor Center.
Activities
Getting There
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. Route 1A east to Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island.
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Entrance Passes
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.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Hike Jordan Pond Path
The trail follows the shore of Jordan Pond, providing iconic views of steep, glacially sculpted mountains and the glacially carved…
Hike Village Green to Sieur de Monts with Island Explorer Bus
Beginning at the Village Green in Bar Harbor and ending at the Sieur de Mont Area this hike includes the…
Hiking: From the Village Green Island Explorer bus stop, walk south on Kennebeck Place to Mount Desert Street and turn…
Hike Pemetic Summit with Island Explorer Bus
The hike up and over Pemetic takes hikers to the shores of both Bubble and Jordan Pond and summits Pemetic…
Hiking: Disembark the bus at Bubble Pond to begin the hike. The Bubble Pond parking lot has a pit toilet,…
Hike Double Bubble Nubble Loop with Island Explorer
The trek to summit both Bubbles and Conners Nubble summits three peaks and accesses iconic park locations. Hikers will be…
Hiking: Disembark the bus at Bubble Pond. This lot has the only bathroom on the hike but does not have…
Hike Gorge/Cadillac Mountain North Ridge Loop with Island Explorer Bus
This is a great option for hiking to the summit of Cadillac Mountain. It follows Kebo Brook which cuts deeply…
Hiking: The Gorge Path/North Ridge loop covers a distance of 5.2 miles and climbs 1,086 feet. Cross the Park Loop…
Hike the Acadia Mountain Loop with Island Explorer Bus
Acadia Mountain Trail follows up the east and west side of the mountain with views of the surrounding mountains and…
This hike starts at the bus stop with a short 0.2 walk up St Sauveur Trail. Turn right at the…
Visitor Centers
Hulls Cove Visitor Center
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…
Hours: Our summer season serving visitors at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center typically spans from the first week of May to the end of October. During winter months, typically the end of October into early May, visitor information is hosted at the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 2 Cottage St., corner of Cottage and Main.
Islesford Historical Museum
The Islesford Historical Museum is expected to reopen in 2021 showcasing both the upgrades and a community-curated exhibit helping to tell the stories of the…
Hours: The museum will close for the season on Sep 19, 2026
Schoodic Institute Welcome Center at Rockefeller Hall
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…
Hours: May 1 through Oct 26, 2025: Rockefeller Hall exhibits and Welcome Center are open seven days per week.
Schoodic Woods Campground Ranger Station
Information, Camping, Island Explorer buses, and park passes.
Hours: Schoodic Woods Campground Ranger Station is open May 25 to Oct 10, from the Wednesday before Memorial Day until Columbus Day.
Sieur de Monts Nature Center
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…
Hours: Sieur de Monts Nature Center is open 9 am to 5 pm June 14 through Oct 17, 2026.
Winter Information: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
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…
Hours: Hours are 8 am to 4 pm, daily, typically from Nov 1 into early May. *Holiday hours vary
Campgrounds
Blackwoods Campground
Blackwoods Campground is located on the east side of Mount Desert Island, about 5 miles (8 km) south of Bar Harbor on Route 3. All…
Duck Harbor Campground
Duck Harbor Campground is located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island off the coast of Stonington, Maine. This campground has five sites with lean-to…
Schoodic Woods Campground
Schoodic Woods Campground is the newest campground in the park and located 1.5 miles (2.5 km) southeast of Winter Harbor on the Schoodic Peninsula. It…
Seawall Campground
Seawall Campground is located on the west side of Mount Desert Island about 4 miles (6 km) south of Southwest Harbor. The campground is approximately…
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