There's a place where the rugged coastline meets unabashed beauty of crimson and burnt orange leaves framing the peak of the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic Coast. There's no place like Acadia National Park during autumn.
History:
People have been drawn to the rugged coast of Maine throughout history.
Awed by its beauty and diversity, early 20th-century visionaries
donated the land that became Acadia National Park. The park is home to
many plants and animals, and the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic
coast. Today visitors come to Acadia to hike granite peaks, bike
historic carriage roads, or relax and enjoy the scenery.
If you only have a half-day: Drive the 20-mile Park Loop Road for breathtaking views of ocean, mountains, and forests. Driving the entire road, including short stops to read wayside exhibits or enjoy the scenery, takes three to four hours.
If you have multiple days: Explore the park's scenic 45-mile carriage road system on a bike or horse-drawn carriage tour **Don't forget a Day Pack**. And don't forget to have tea and popovers at the Jordan Pond House, a tradition for more than a century.
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