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Park Loop Road, Acadia National Park

4.7
#1 of 8 in Scenic Drive in Maine
Must see · Scenic Drive · Tourist Spot
Drive the scenic route on Park Loop Road to explore Acadia National Park. Beginning at Hulls Cove visitor center, you can cruise this 43 km (27 mi) stretch for views of the park's lakes, mountains, forests, and coast. Drive carefully, as wildlife can often be spotted crossing the road. Pullover points are dotted along the road to provide safe places for you to stop and take pictures or stretch your legs. The loop continues another 5.6 km (3.5 mi) to the summit of Mount Cadillac, at 466 m (1,530 ft) high, for fantastic panoramas of the Acadian skyline. Add Park Loop Road and other attractions to your Acadia National Park trip itinerary using our Acadia National Park online attractions planner.
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  • By mary T
    This is not a strenuous trail, but plenty of people make it dangerous by going out onto the rocks. This is a worthwhile family hike with bathroom stops and plenty of sights along the way.  more »
  • By jaybeeFL
    Incredibly scenic drive through one of America's national treasures. Although Acadia doesn't match some of the spectacular Western parks (Yellowstone, Zion, Arches..) it is no less grand in its...  more »
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