10 Photos that will make you want to visit Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park in Maine is largely located on Mount Desert Island. This 47,000-acre park is home to many wildlife like seabirds, moose, and bears who live on the mountainous and forested terrain. The highest point in the East Coast, named Cadillac Mountain, is also in the park. Between stunning forests and glacial peaks, there's a lot to take in! Here are 10 beautiful photos to give you a taste of this gorgeous region.
1. Jordan Pond
Distance: 3.23 miles
Route type: Loop
2. 6 Peak Circuit
Distance: 6.26 miles
Elevation gain: 1,373 feet
Route type: Loop
3. Parkman Mountain
Distance: 3.06 miles
Elevation gain: 748 feet
Route type: Loop
4. Pemetic Mountain
Distance: 3.81 miles
Elevation gain: 1000 feet
Route type: Loop
5. Bubbles Divid Trail to Bubble Rock
Distance: 1.16 miles
Elevation gain: 300 feet
Route type: Out-and-back
6. Sargent Mountain via South Ridge Trail
Distance: 4.4 miles
Elevation gain: 1400 feet
Route type: Out-and-back
7. Otter Point
Distance: 1.1 miles
Route type: Out-and-back
8. Beehive Trail
Distance: 1.35 miles
Elevation gain: 512 feet
Route type: Loop
9. Cadillac Mountain
Distance: 0.35 miles
Route type: Loop
10. Thunder Hole
Distance: 0.2 miles
Elevation gain: 29 feet
Route type: Loop
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Feature photo by Tate Yoder.
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