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Otter Cliff, Acadia National Park

4.9
#4 of 7 in Nature in Acadia National Park
Geologic Formation · Nature / Park
Take a peaceful coastal stroll and absorb expansive views over the vast ocean at Otter Cliff. From here you’re presented with fabulous photo opportunities, as countless boulders lining the shoreline emerge from beneath the water during low tide. Formerly serving as the United States Navy's radio facility, the natural rock formation rises 6.63 m (21 ft) above the level of the water, making it one of the highest coastal headlands north of Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro. Put Otter Cliff and other Acadia National Park attractions into our Acadia National Park route planner, and watch your holiday take shape.
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  • By Joly T
    Very nice and beautiful. Can watch sunrise from here. Please don’t use the restrooms near the otter place. It’s disgusting. I didn’t expect it especially in a well known national park like Acadia...  more »
  • By ElsaCL
    The cliff is a bit overwhelming but with nice views. It was very interesting to watch a petite and cute Acadia Mountain Climbing instructor confidently step out on narrow rocks, bend, secure...  more »
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  • By Madhuri Gurumurthy
    This place has an amazing over look with the water facing side. I visited the place in evening and was very pleasant.
  • By Chris Mahoney
    Amazing location to sit and watch the sun set
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