Welcome to Acadia National Park!

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The Park

Have you ever thought of standing on a sandy beach, wrapped up in a cozy sweater watching the fog slowly drift by? Well, if you have, or like the ocean and beaches, you may love Acadia National Park. Acadia National park protects 7 islands and is primarily located on Mount Desert Island, Maine. [IMAGE OF MISTY COAST AT ACADIA]Mount Desert island and another island in Acadia, Isle au Haut, were given their names by the French explorer Samuel Champlain. However, Samuel Champlain was not the first to live on Mount Desert Island. Native Americans lived there as early as 6,000 years ago. The French and English fought over the area for many years after Champlain's discovery. 155 years later, in 1759, the English finally won the island, allowing peaceful settlement of the island. Later on in the parks history, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., and his family built 45 miles of carriage roads. These roads were built so John Rockefeller could ride through the forests and mountains of Mount Desert Island on his carriage. He and his crew took great pride in the carriage roads, building roads that not only fit into the natural beauty of the landscape but also provided beautiful views of the coastal area.

Weather

Since Acadia NP is in Maine and is off the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, cooler temperatures, even in the summer, are often. Normal highs in the summer range from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. Anytime out of those two or three summer months it is a good idea to bring along several sweaters and possibly a light coat. In the winter months, which is from November to April, the average high is below freezing (about 30 degrees Fahrenheit). No matter what season you visit Acadia, always be prepared for wet weather.

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Information



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Fees: It costs $5 per vehicle if you enter the park between May 1 to Oct. 31. Otherwise, the entrance fee is free!




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Special Facilities: Most of the park buildings, like the Nature Center and Headquarters, are available. Some of the cruises and trails are also accessible.

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