Pack for rugged coastline, granite peaks, and Atlantic weather
Build My Acadia Pack List →Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island, Maine, blends rocky coastline, granite peaks, and dense forests. Cadillac Mountain offers the first sunrise in the US for part of the year. Use this packing guide as a starting point, then let PackList's AI personalize it based on your exact dates, activities, and gear preferences.
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.
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Park Loop Road Detour Park Closure
A section of the Park Loop Road, from Kebo Street to Sieur de Monts, will be closed to all uses from April 13 to June 12, excluding Memorial Day Weekend. A detour will redirect motorists out to Mount Desert Street and Main Street following Route 3 to re-enter the Park Loop Road at Sieur de Monts.
Several Trails Close For Peregrine Falcon Nesting Season Park Closure
Effective March 1, areas including Jordan Cliffs Trail, Penobscot East Trail, Precipice Trail, and Valley Cove Trail are closed to protect nesting peregrine falcons. The parking lot for the Precipice Trail is also closed. Rangers strictly enforce closures.
Tides are extreme — check tide tables before exploring sea caves or Bar Harbor bar
Iron rungs on Precipice Trail and Jordan Cliffs are exposed — avoid in wet weather
Fog rolls in fast on the coast — bring a compass or GPS
Cadillac Mountain parking requires timed entry reservation in peak season
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