• Granite mountains on islands along coast

    Acadia

    National Park Maine

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  • Trail closures

    April 22, 2013: The Precipice, Orange and Black, Valley Cove, and Jordan Cliffs Trails are closed until further notice because of nesting peregrine falcons. All other trails in the park are open, whether accessible from the park or from state roads.

  • Reopening

    June 14, 2013: The Western Mountain road loop is now open.

Goods & Services

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Stores

 

The park is surrounded by local communities, where many goods and services are available, including gas stations, grocery stores, and other stores. For more information, contact local chambers of commerce.

 
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Post Offices

 

Post Offices can be found on Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Peninsula, and Islesford. For information on locations and operating hours, visit the United States Postal Service here.

 
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Alcohol Policy

 

To help ensure your safety and the safety of other park visitors, the park's policy regarding the use and possession of alcohol is as follows:

  • Consuming alcohol in any public building, in parking lots and pull-outs, or on designated swim beaches (Sand Beach, Echo Lake, and the shoreline of Lake Wood) is prohibited.
  • Alcohol is also prohibited along the shoreline within 0.25 mile (0.4 km) of the cliff and swimming area known as Tyson Camp, Ranger Camp, or the Cliffs, located on the southeast end of Long Pond.
  • It is illegal to be in the park when under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
  • The possession of alcoholic beverages by a minor (less than 21 years old) is prohibited.

Did You Know?

Cobblestone Bridge, faced with rounded cobblestones, has a stream running underneath.

The historic carriage road system at Acadia National Park features 17 stone-faced bridges spanning streams, waterfalls, cliffs, and roads. The design of each bridge, such as Cobblestone Bridge, is unique.