Acadia National Park Maine Travel Information
Acadia National Park is characterized by granite cliffs jutting out
from the roaring tide on Mount Desert Island off the eastern coast of
Maine. The spectacular array of mountains and ocean yields a stunning
display of beauty that makes this one of America’s most sought-after
national parks. More than 500 kinds of wildflowers grow on the
mountains here whose crests are generally bald. Birds and other
wildlife flock to the area where they live protected in a pristine and
exotically beautiful haven. Acadia is home to one of the earth’s most
fascinating birds: the peregrine falcon, fastest animal on the
planet. One of the most awesome sights on the island is
Schoodic Point. Here, at a level of 400 feet, a panoramic view of the
Bay of Fundy and Mount Desert is spread out in artistic display. The
Nature Center, too, is a worthy place to visit. A looped access
road is provided to the main attractions – Sand Beach, composed of
shells broken by time and tide; Thunder Hole, a ravine carved out by
the ocean waves that produces loud bellows when the tidal conditions
are just right; Otter Cliffs, forests, and clean blue lakes. But,
most of
the park’s 3 million tourists take to the trails, rather than their
cars, for
a more intimate look at nature.. This area is bursting with
activity. The island boasts more than 120 miles of hiking trails and 44
miles of paths for walking, biking, and cross-country skiing. There are
numerous camp sites available to sleep by the sound of the surf.
Canoeing and kayaking can be found on Isle au Haut at the Duck
Harbor Campground. There are countless other activities to
enjoy, as well. Mountain climbing, horseback riding, fishing and
observing nature are just a few of a long list of things to keep busy in
nature’s wonderland. Acadia, the first national park created
east of the Mississippi, is 47 miles southeast of Bangor.
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