Acadia National Park
National park · Hancock County ·
Rocky coastlines, granite peaks, forests, lakes, and wildlife.
Rocky coastlines, granite peaks, forests, lakes, and wildlife.
"Rugged, windswept coastline on Maine’s Atlantic edge sets a scene of rocky shorelines, forested peaks, and the constant pulse of the sea that feels both intimate and infinite. Waves crash against granite cliffs as the terrain reshapes itself; a blend of coastal forest, jagged cliffs, and ever‑changing tides becomes a visual feast where characters could battle storms and unpredictable tides yet also find serene beauty in quiet woodlands, with every shift in tide and season revealing new challenges." - Jessica Chapel
"Acadia National Park is known for its rugged coastline and forests that have long drawn nature lovers, and it serves as the well-known benchmark to which Camden Hills is compared." - Taryn White Taryn White Taryn White is a D.C.-based travel writer who covers a wide range of topics, including family travel, hotels, food, aviation, beaches, historical and cultural topics, and wellness travel. She can often be spotted around the world with her husband and two travel-loving kids. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A dominant natural feature of the island and a major reason visitors come, this national park is famed for its dramatic granite peaks, rugged coastlines, and scenic vistas — frequently hailed as the 'crown jewel of the North Atlantic Coast.'" - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A 27-mile loop through coastal Acadia that can be driven quickly when traffic is light but rewards slow exploration of dense forests, rugged Atlantic coastlines, and signature features such as a dramatic inlet where incoming waves can erupt in a plume of surf; visitors often pair the short drive with lobster-fishing experiences and other marine activities." - Sarah Rose Sarah Rose Sarah Rose is a journalist and the author of two best-selling novels. She was a news columnist at The Wall Street Journal and her features have appeared in Outside, The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, Bon Appétit, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A rugged coastal national park offering family-friendly hiking, wildlife spotting, and scenic views; families can use a vehicle pass to get the whole group in for a day or avoid fees and parking hassles by riding a fare-free shuttle that runs into and through the park." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines