Grandgent Trail may not have the same fame as some of Acadia National Park’s iconic paths, but it offers a uniquely captivating hiking experience. This trail, named after the renowned linguist and mountaineer Charles Grandgent, invites adventurers to discover its rugged charm and breathtaking scenery. Nestled in a lesser-traveled part of the park, it combines...
Gorham Mountain is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Acadia National Park. The mountain’s elevation is 525 feet, and the trail is rated as moderate to strenuous, making it a great option for hikers of most skill levels. Getting to the Gorham Mountain Trailhead There are a couple options for getting to the...
Located on Recreation Road, off Pond Road (Route 195) in Gouldsboro is the Jones Pond Recreation Area. This town-owned, public recreation space is located on the eastern side of Jones Pond, the largest body of freshwater on the Schoodic Peninsula. Things To Do Schoodic Peninsula: Jones Pond Recreation Area The Jones Pond Recreation Area is...
What fun is camping if you can’t bring the whole family? Not a whole lot if you ask us. While Acadia is known to be extremely dog-friendly, it’s not easy to find a more dog-friendly campground near Acadia National Park than Acadia East Campground, 574 U.S. Route 1, Gouldsboro, Maine. At Acadia East Campground, we...
