Parking outside established parking areas damages vegetation, which can lead to erosion and allow exotic species to move in.
The park has many scenic drives, including the 27-mile Park Loop Road system. To make your trip more enjoyable, follow these auto touring Leave No Trace tips:
- Follow general LNT principles every time you get out of your car.
- Observe speed limits to protect wildlife and avoid disturbing other visitors.
- Share the road with bicyclists and pedestrians. Be patient and pass carefully.
- If traveling slowly, pull over to let others pass.
- Use established parking areas, whether paved or gravel. Do not expand impacts through creative roadside parking. Where right lane parking is permitted, keep all four wheels on the pavement. See Vehicle Restrictions for more parking information.
- To avoid road congestion and parking nightmares, take the Island Explorer bus!
- Support Acadia by paying your entrance fee.