Planning ahead can often make the difference between a good trip and a great trip. Explore these pages to discover the essential things you need to know before you leave home—where to eat and sleep, how to get around the park, where you can and can't bring your pet, and more.

Firewood Alert: If you're camping in the park, be sure to leave your firewood at home. Firewood brought in from other areas may contain non-native insect species that pose a serious threat to Acadia National Park's resources. Quarantines have been issued for some areas. Firewood is available locally near both Blackwoods and Seawall Campgrounds. For more information, see the pest alert (pdf - 188kb) produced by the National Park Service.