BANGOR DAILY NEWS • June 8, 2024
Acadia National Park can be a tricky place to navigate, especially at the height of summer, when thousands of people are moving around the park, slowing down to take in the stunning views, then darting after empty parking spots. But don’t let that intimidate you. The following are a few tips for visiting Acadia during the summer and fall, when traffic is wild but the weather can’t be beat.
• Try visiting early in the morning or in the afternoon.
• Be flexible about where within the park you explore.
• Invest in a weather-resistant, detailed trail map.
• Use the Island Explorer bus system rather than driving a private vehicle.
• If parts of the park are closed, it’s for good reasons.
• Dogs are welcome in most places in the park, but not all places, and only under certain circumstances.