Acadia National Park is a popular tourist destination located primarily on Mount Desert Island, Maine. It was established on January 19, 1929. The oceanside park is located near Bar Harbor, Maine, which features shops, restaurants, theaters and recreational opportunities. The park is 47,000 acres and hosts approximately 2 million visitors each year.
![This Maine Trail Was Unsurprisingly Rated as Best in State](http://townsquare.media/site/494/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-07-24T092646.622.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Maine Trail Was Unsurprisingly Rated as Best in State
Calling this trail in our Pine Tree State the ‘best in state’ may even be an understatement; this trail is nationally recognized.
![2 of the Nation's Most Scenic Drives Are in New England](http://townsquare.media/site/701/files/2024/01/attachment-Copy-of-Untitled-Design-2024-01-30T161202.334.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2 of the Nation's Most Scenic Drives Are in New England
Yardbarker shared 15 of the nation's most scenic drives, including two routes right here in New England.
![Remember This Tourist Who Visited ‘Baaah Haabah’ And Loved It?](http://townsquare.media/site/495/files/2024/07/attachment-baaaah-haabah.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Remember This Tourist Who Visited ‘Baaah Haabah’ And Loved It?
The "Hawk Tuah" girl has nothing on this guy!
We became huge fans of him, after we saw his TikTok love letter to Bar Harbor.
Tourist season in Bar Harbor is in full swing, but around the end of October, things get pretty quiet around our favorite costal town, so since it is a Flashback Friday, why not take another look back at one of our most beloved posts about Maine's favorite destinat
![Maine's Best Unknown Trail Can Be Found in Acadia National Park](http://townsquare.media/site/697/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-07-02T091642.197.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Maine's Best Unknown Trail Can Be Found in Acadia National Park
It's ironic that Maine's best undiscovered trail is found in such a popular park.
![3 Rescued in 2 Days in Acadia National Park](http://townsquare.media/site/496/files/2024/06/attachment-mdi-rescue.jpg?w=980&q=75)
3 Rescued in 2 Days in Acadia National Park
Rescue personnel in Acadia National Park have been kept busy this week, with three separate rescues-- one on Monday and then twin rescues on Tuesday, June 26.
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Play an Outdoor Escape Game at Acadia National Park in Maine
If being one with nature isn't enough, you can now play your way through a series of escape games while visiting Acadia National Park in Maine
![Magazine Calls Historic Mountain Maine's Best Nature Getaway](http://townsquare.media/site/697/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-20T062822.039.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Magazine Calls Historic Mountain Maine's Best Nature Getaway
Cadillac Mountain unsurprisingly receiving national praise for its legendary views and beauty.
![40-Mile Loop in Maine Named Best Summer Road Trips in Nation](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-17T150624.007.jpg?w=980&q=75)
40-Mile Loop in Maine Named Best Summer Road Trips in Nation
While most people might think Route 1, another 40-mile slice of Maine was named one of the top summer road trips to experience in the entire United States.
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Here Are 28 of the Best Mountain Hikes in Maine
Here is a list of 28 Maine mountains that are residents' favorites.
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Maine Named One of the 15 Best States for Wildlife
Maine was the only New England state included on this list of states with fascinating wildlife.