The Ultimate Road Trip Through Acadia National Park

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The Ultimate Road Trip Through Acadia National Park By Lonely Planet Editors • just now

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Packed with vistas of rocky shores, picturesque lighthouses and tranquil forests, a drive through Acadia National Park may be the most beautiful island road trip in America, especially during a New England summer.

This driving route swoops up Cadillac Mountain and rolls past cliffs on Mt Desert Island, through and beyond the Park Loop Rd. We’ve included where to pull over and how to get to the next stop – but be sure to explore on foot and by bike wherever you can. Be mindful that, due to staffing cuts, the National Park Service is stretched this year. Travelers can expect longer wait tim