There is an extensive variety of trails to explore at Acadia National Park. If you are looking for an easier hike, take Ocean Path. This is one of the busier trails beginning at Sand Beach and ending at Otter point. The terrain is smooth and peaceful stretching about 2.1 miles long and takes an average of 30-45 minutes to complete. If you are in the mood for more of a challenge, try Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail. This is a loop trail beginning and ending at Cadillac Mountain Summit parking area. The hike is 1.2 miles long and will take approximately 2-2.5 hours to hike the path.
But of course, you have to have some place to relax after your long days of exploring the park. Blackwoods campground is one of the most popular campsites in the park. During their busiest season (May 1st to Oct. 31st) it costs $20 per site per night and is recommended to have your spot reserved. If you are looking for a place with awesome reviews, visit Seawall campground. It is only 4 miles from Southwest harbor and is known for being clean, quiet, and beautiful.
Not interested in camping? Clearmont Hotel is a historic bed&breakfast going back to 1884. Since then it has been a popular refuge for visitors of Mount Desert Island. And unlike most hotels, you can choose from renting a room or a cottage. Cottages are available from May 23rd to October 16th, and the price can vary from $180-$370 per night-depending on the size of the cottage and season you are staying there. Rooms, however, are less expensive. The hotel portion of Clearmont is open from June 14th to October 18th, and rooms can cost from $145-$350 per night. This is also dependent on the size of the room and season you are renting.
But of course, you have to have some place to relax after your long days of exploring the park. Blackwoods campground is one of the most popular campsites in the park. During their busiest season (May 1st to Oct. 31st) it costs $20 per site per night and is recommended to have your spot reserved. If you are looking for a place with awesome reviews, visit Seawall campground. It is only 4 miles from Southwest harbor and is known for being clean, quiet, and beautiful.
Not interested in camping? Clearmont Hotel is a historic bed&breakfast going back to 1884. Since then it has been a popular refuge for visitors of Mount Desert Island. And unlike most hotels, you can choose from renting a room or a cottage. Cottages are available from May 23rd to October 16th, and the price can vary from $180-$370 per night-depending on the size of the cottage and season you are staying there. Rooms, however, are less expensive. The hotel portion of Clearmont is open from June 14th to October 18th, and rooms can cost from $145-$350 per night. This is also dependent on the size of the room and season you are renting.