Arts and Culture

Cultural Demonstrations

Astronomy

Stargazing

Biking

Boating

Camping

Group Camping

Climbing

Rock Climbing

Compass and GPS

Geocaching

Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Fly Fishing

Saltwater Fishing

Food

Picnicking

Guided Tours

Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour

Boat Tour

Hands-On

Citizen Science

Hiking

Front-Country Hiking

Horse Trekking

Horseback Riding

Ice Skating

Paddling

Canoeing

Kayaking

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Junior Ranger Program

Skiing

Cross-Country Skiing

Snow Play

Snowmobiling

Snowshoeing

Swimming

Freshwater Swimming

Saltwater Swimming

Wildlife Watching

Birdwatching

Park Film

Shopping

Bookstore and Park Store

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.

Vehicle reservations are not required for any other areas of the park, or for visitors who enter the area by foot, bike, or taxi. Vehicle reservations provide a timed entry, but do not require a departure time until 9 pm, when the road closes to vehicles. Reservations do not permit re-entry. Reservations are per vehicle, not per person. Reservations do not assign a specific parking space. Parking is prohibited outside of designated spaces. Cadillac is not served by the Island Explorer bus system.

Timed Entry Reservation - Location

Valid for seven days. Admits private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. This includes rental cars, RVs, and vans with fewer than 16 passengers. If the vehicle pass is purchased, no other pass is necessary.

Entrance - Private Vehicle

Valid for seven days. Admits one or two passengers on a private, non-commercial motorcycle.

Entrance - Motorcycle

Valid for seven days. Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge.

Entrance - Per Person

School groups and other academic institutions may qualify for an Educational Fee Waiver. If not qualified, please check fees for large or commercial groups.

Entrance - Education/Academic Groups

Groups entering Acadia by bus, van, or other high-capacity vehicles (16 people or more) must pay an organized group entrance fee.

Adults (16 years old and over): $20/per person
Youth (15 years old and under): Free

Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

Are you operating a business that provides leisure or recreational services while in the park? If so, it is considered a commercial group and you are required to have a Commercial Use Authorization.

A commercial group is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service. Learn more on our "Do Business With Us" page.

Commercial Entrance - Per Person

The Acadia Annual Pass is valid only at Acadia and may be purchased online or in person. You do not need an additional entrance pass if you already have a federal lands pass. It is valid for 12 months from purchase month. This pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle.

In addition to park visitor centers and campgrounds, the Acadia Annual Pass is available at the Acadia Regional Chamber at Thompson Island, and at Bar Harbor, Ellsworth and Southwest Harbor chambers of commerce.

Annual Entrance - Park

Large puffy clouds dot a brilliant blue sky as wave crash against the rocky coastline of Acadia.

Acadia's rocky coastline

Hiking tracks carved through three feet of snow wind through a heavy snow-laden forest.

Heavy snow-laden trees

A brilliant sunset filled with hues of blue, red, orange, magenta, and purple highlight the sky.

Sunset atop Cadillac Mountain

Two hikers ascend a sheer cliff trail by way of historic iron rung ladders.

Climbing The Precipice

Cultural Connections in the Park

Entrance Passes & Vehicle Reservations

Friends of Acadia

Acadia's Transportation Plan

Acadia Always: The Story of Acadia National Park

Protect Your Pet Privileges

Winter Storms January 2024

Acadia Passport Stamps

George B. Dorr & Oldfarm

Interpretive Waysides in Acadia

Acadia

Acadia National Park is open year-round. Check our website for park facilities operating hours, such as Hulls Cove Visitor Center.

Acadia National Park

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About Acadia

Park Description

Local Climate

Things To Do In Acadia