Acadia National Park

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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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WEATHER INFO

Located on Mount Desert Island in Maine, Acadia experiences all four seasons. Summer temperatures range from 45-90F (7-30C). Fall temperatures range from 30-70F (-1-21C). Typically the first frost is in mid-October and first snowfall begins in November and can continue through April with an average accumulation of 73 inches (185 cm). Winter temperatures range from 14-35F (-10 - 2C). Spring temperatures range from 30-70F (-1-21C).

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DIRECTIONS INFO

Bristol, Connecticut
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From Boston take I-95 north to Augusta, Maine, then Route 3 east to Ellsworth, and on to Mount Desert Island. For an alternate route, continue on I-95 north to Bangor, Maine, then take I-395 to U.S. Route 1A east to Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island.
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PARK CLOSURE

Carriage road between intersections 14 and 21 closed to horses on weekdays

During repairs with large machinery on West Branch Jordan Stream Bridge, a section of carriage road between intersection 14 and 21 will be closed to horse use on weekdays starting Aug 4 until further notice. This area is open to horse use on weekends.

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PARK CLOSURE

Several trails closed for Peregrine falcon nesting season

For Peregrine falcon nesting season, Penobscot East Trail, Jordan Cliffs Trail, Precipice Trail, and Valley Cove Trail are closed until further notice, typically in mid-August. Also, the Precipice Trail parking lot is closed.

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Hemlock Path Closed for Restoration Work

A portion of the Hemlock Path connecting Great Meadow Loop and the Jesup Path is closed until further notice to accommodate trail restoration work.

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