Located at the front of the Acadia East Campground property, The Beehive campsite is a conveniently placed camping spot for folks that need a quick and easy place to pitch their tent without having to walk far. If you’re looking for a tent camping base to call home while you visit Acadia National Park’s Schoodic...
Want to know a little secret about visiting Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park? It’s NOT a little secret anymore! Sure, if you’re not from Maine, then you’ve probably Googled Bar Harbor or Acadia National Park and seen some iconic photo of a crowd-less wonderland. In reality, the area is being loved to death. Each...
Acadia National Park has been a popular destination for families for over 100 years. Located at the heart of Maine’s rugged coastline, the park is a spectacular display of geological wonders. From hiking and biking, to beaches and kayaking, there’s so much for you and your family to do in Acadia. Here are 9 outdoor...
For bicycling enthusiasts, there are few places as beautiful, quiet, and bicycle-friendly as the greater Downeast Acadia National Park and Schoodic region. Starting with the Schoodic National Scenic ByWay at the gateway sign by the Hancock-Sullivan Bridge on Route 1, a bicyclist can explore coastal Route 1 to the Schoodic Peninsula, down to the Schoodic...
UPDATE FOR 2022: The Island Explorer is returning to service. There are plenty of ways to get around and enjoy each section of Acadia National Park, whether by land, air, or sea. But, if you’re looking to kick back and leave the driving to someone else, the Island Explorer Shuttle is the way to go....
Acadia National Park is a magical place, full of adventure around every corner. In most cases, however, if you want to enjoy those adventures without the crowds, you’ve got to get up early. And to get up early, you’re probably going to need some caffeinated assistance. So, where are the Coffee Shops near Acadia National...
The communities of the Schoodic Peninsula and Downeast Acadia are full of diverse culture and places to explore. While quiet in the offseason, the region springs to life with shopping, dining, and outdoor activities. Among these communities lies Birch Harbor, a small fishing village that is part of the town of Gouldsboro. Known for its...
If you’re planning on kayaking Acadia National Park’s Schoodic Peninsula, then we’ve got you covered. With countless coves, never-ending narrows, and breathtaking bays, the greater Acadia National Park area is a kayakers dream. Here are some tips for having an incredible kayaking trip off the coast of Downeast Maine. Kayaking Acadia National Park’s Schoodic Peninsula...
At Acadia East Campground, we’re huge national park buffs. We love hiking, camping, and taking in the sights and sounds of our wild surroundings. It’s this obsession with nature’s perfection that inspired us to create the nation’s first self-serve commercial tent campground near Acadia National Park. Hidden in this otherwise simple tenting campground are nods...
Resident Mainers and frequent visitors alike know that it’s getting harder and harder to find the same rugged solitude that the state of Maine has been known for forever. With growing populations, the internet revealing once “unknown” paradises, and metro areas overflowing with people; the places once only known by locals are being invaded. What...
