An Intimate Look at Acadia National Park

OVERVIEW

Enjoy a relaxing drive through the magnificent Acadia National Park, pausing for photos at the most dramatic overlooks. The drive will begin along the gorgeous coast and soon bring you to Acadia National Park, the first national park east of the Mississippi River. It sprawls over three main areas, including Mount Desert Island, the focus of this exploration. One of its coastal highlights is Thunder Hole, a small inlet carved out of the granite rocks. If the tidal conditions are just right, the waves will rush into the cavern below and violently spew out with a thunderous roar. While pausing for photos, you will also enjoy a panoramic view of Otter Cliff and the Schoodic Peninsula. Turning inland, you will then pass through lush pine forests while slowly ascending Cadillac Mountain. The sights are always spectacular from this vantage point, as it offers a 360-degree view of Bar Harbor and the islands beyond.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See the park’s highlights in a group of no more than 14.
• Stop at Thunder Hole, site of a natural phenomenon.
• Behold the expansive scenery from atop Cadillac Mountain.
• Listen to the guide describe the area’s striking geology.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate, layered clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.