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Acadia National Park
Rock Climbing Leave No Trace
Man climbs along cliff above ocean.

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General Guidelines

  • Please sign daily use logs at the South Wall, Otter Cliffs, and Canada Cliffs.
  • Use established access trails. Walk and rest on durable rock surfaces whenever possible. Avoid vegetated areas.
  • Be extra careful on steep, erosion-prone slopes at Canada Cliffs.
  • Use colored chalk that blends with local rock.

Otter Cliffs – Special Guidelines

  • Avoid using trees for belays.
  • Use your gear and existing fixed anchors to set up climbs.
  • Use the restroom in the parking lot.
  • Proactively share climbing routes with others.

Learn more about climbing in Acadia.

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

Did You Know?
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.
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Last Updated: February 20, 2007 at 07:38 MST