The best way to get around Acadia National Park is on foot. With 158 miles of historic trails made for hiking, Acadia is the perfect place to ditch the car and get outdoors. To reach the park ...

On February 26, 1919, Mount Desert Island became a national park. It was eventually named Acadia, the French word for "heaven on earth." George Dorr was immediately named superintendent ...

My day as a pack animal on Sargent Mountain. It was a gorgeous morning in late June, and we were in what might be the most idyllic section of Acadia National Park. We stood at the edge of Hemlock ...

Hilary Nangle A big reason visitors come to Bar Harbor in the first place is that the town is the gateway to Acadia National Park. The park wraps around Bar Harbor, and even some of its smaller ...

The crowning jewel of the North Atlantic Coast, Acadia National Park, is where travelers find a rich cultural heritage, abundant wildlife, and diverse ecosystemsright on the highest rocky ...

Bar Harbor is the popular gateway to Acadia National Park, especially from July to August when the town experiences its peak. During high season, the town's popularity presents challenges that can ...