Staff Pick

Road Trip Boston to Acadia National Park – Maine Coast

Boston Acadia National Park
450
km
5h
drive
All seasons
season

The Itinerary

Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island in Maine is New England's only national park. Cadillac Mountain (466 m) is the first place in America to see the sunrise from May to October.

The Park Loop Road (43 km) hits Sand Beach, Thunder Hole (marine geyser), Otter Cliffs and Cadillac summit. Bar Harbor, a chic port village, serves as base. En route from Boston, recommended stops: Portland (Maine), Camden and Boothbay Harbor. Legendary fall colours in early October.

Points of Interest

  • Cadillac Mountain
    Premier lever de soleil d'Amérique mai–oct.
  • Thunder Hole
    Geyser marin spectaculaire à marée descendante.
  • Bar Harbor
    Village portuaire, restos de homard et croisières.
  • Park Loop Road
    43 km panoramiques le long de la côte rocheuse.
Practical info
  • Departure Boston
  • Destination Acadia National Park
  • Distance 450 km
  • Duration 5h
  • Category Long (250–500 km)
  • Best season All seasons

Plan your adventure with our interactive map

Open the map
All road trips