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Acadia National Park |
Six hours north of Boston on the rugged coast of Maine |
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| Acadia National Park is a unique place that merges the ocean with the inland terrain of the Maine coast for friends and families. Whether you take pleasure in premier bird watching, hiking the assortment of trails that range over a century old, freshwater fishing, exploring islands rich with native history, biking tree-lined carriage roads, exploring the Wild Gardens of Acadia, or climbing the sea cliffs not commonly found in the United States, you’re sure to have an outdoor adventure trip not soon to be forgotten. Check out below for great Acadia National Park information.
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Uniqueness - Acadia National Park encompasses over 47,000 acres of granite-domed mountains, woodlands, lakes and ponds, and ocean shoreline. Comprised of a cluster of islands on the Maine coast, Acadia is position... (click here for more)
Park and Visitor Center Hours - There are several visitor centers and museums available. Hulls Cove Visitor Center is open April 15 through June from 8 am - 4:30 pm, July & August from 8 am - 6 pm, and September & October from 8 am ... (click here for more)
History & Statistics - Entwined with the natural diversity of Acadia is the story of people. Evidence suggests native people first lived here at least 5,000 years ago. Subsequent centuries brought explorers from far lands, ... (click here for more)
Natural Features - Although Acadia appears immutable, it is in a constantly shifting, dynamic state. Weather and climate change, geologic processes, fire, and human-caused factors such as air and water pollution are onl... (click here for more)
Flora - Acadia National Park is a land of contrast and diversity. Comprised of a cluster of islands on the Maine coast, Acadia is positioned within the broad transition zone between eastern deciduous and nort... (click here for more)
Activities in the Park - There are several outdoor adventure activities on the Isle au Hau island. Eighteen miles of trails offer opportunities to explore rocky shoreline, wooded uplands, marshes, bogs, and a mile-long freshw... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - Water resources dominate the landscape of Acadia National Park. Integral to ecosystem health and function, the waters of Acadia also allow visitors to engage in a variety of recreational pursuits, inc... (click here for more)
Weather - Mount Desert Island temperatures are more moderate than those of inland Maine. The Maine coastal climate has been ranked second only to the Pacific Northwest in annual precipitation. This moisture occ... (click here for more)
Rules, Regulations and Safety - For hiking, stay on the trail, as stepping off-trail tramples fragile plant life and causes erosion. Use the following hiking tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. Carry water, wear sturdy hiki... (click here for more)
Wildlife - From the brook trout breaking the surface of Bubble Pond to the peregrine falcon soaring high over Jordan Cliffs, the land, water, and sky at Acadia are filled with a wide variety of animal life. Some... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Do not approach the wildlife. Remember to keep all foodstuffs in a vehicle or hard case.... (click here for more)
Fees - Entrance fees are $20 for 7 days for a vehicle or $5 for 7 days for individuals (pedestrians, motorcycles, or bikes). There is an annual pass for $40 for vehicles.
Blackwoods Campground is $20/nig... (click here for more)
Camping - There are two campgrounds in the park: Blackwoods and Seawall Campgrounds. Both campgrounds offer individual and group campsites. Group campsites contain two or three fireplaces, picnic tables, and a ... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Appalachian National Scenic Trail is 120 miles away. Saint Croix Island International Historic Site is 125 miles away. Roosevelt Campobello International Park is 110 miles away. Boston Harbor Islands ... (click here for more)
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