this park loop It’s a 27-mile loop across the east aspect of Mount Desert Island, offering entry to widespread vacationer sights corresponding to Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Cave, and Jordan Pond, in addition to varied trailheads corresponding to Cliff Path and Beehive.

This can be a scenic drive and properly value doing not less than as soon as, however you’ll need a cross to enter this a part of Acadia Nationwide Park, and I extremely suggest parking on the customer heart and taking one of many shuttles. The stops alongside the way in which are crowded and parking is tough to return by, so taking a shuttle bus is way simpler.

Drive (or take a shuttle) to the highest of the mountain cadillac mountainThe very best peak on the East Coast), get pleasure from unimaginable panoramic views of Mount Desert Island and the Porcupine Islands. It is particularly lovely at dawn, however I’ve by no means performed it this early.

One in all my favourite Maine reminiscences as a child was visiting Thunder Cave, a small entrance carved naturally from the rock. When the tide is available in, the waves rush into the “gap” with a thunderous bang and a formidable spray of water within the air. It will get very crowded and it’s a must to time it proper, so we normally keep away from this specific attraction, however it was enjoyable to do.

Becca enjoys popcorn at Jordan’s Pond Home in the summertime of 2010

Jordan Pond is one other favourite place of mine that I’ve been to extra occasions than I can rely, or extra particularly, Jordan Pond Home — a preferred restaurant identified for its tea and popcorn. I additionally extremely suggest the lobster stew. It overlooks Jordan Pond, with views of Bubbles within the distance, and a pleasant present store to maintain you busy whilst you watch for a desk. It doesn’t matter what time of day you intend to go, reservations are extremely beneficial.

Cliff Stroll, Summer season 2011 (David within the distance)

You’ll be able to hire a motorbike and experience carriage route, there are additionally a number of mountaineering routes close by. Our favourite is South Bubble as it’s residence to Bubble Rock – a big rounded boulder that perches on the sting of the ledge. This can be a comparatively straightforward hike with nice views, however if you happen to’re extra right into a problem, the Beehive Loop Path and Precipice Path are widespread hikes. Otter Cliff can be value a go to.