Itinerary · 2 days · Maine
2 Days in Acadia National Park: The Perfect Itinerary
Two days is enough to see the best of Acadia National Park without rushing. Here is the day-by-day plan, built around the park's highlights.
Best time to go: Jun, Sep–Oct. Closest major airport: Bar Harbor (BHB), about 20 minutes; Bangor (BGR), about 1 hour.
Day 1: The icons
- Morning: Watch sunrise from Cadillac Mountain. Start early to beat the crowds.
- Afternoon: Bike or walk the historic carriage roads.
- Evening: Climb the Beehive Trail's iron rungs.
Day 2: Go deeper
- Morning: Walk the Ocean Path to Thunder Hole.
- Afternoon: Take popovers at Jordan Pond House.
Use the free Island Explorer bus in summer and fall to skip the parking battle.
When to go
The best time to visit Acadia National Park is June and September–October.
Questions
How many days do you need in Acadia National Park?
Two full days covers the highlights: watch sunrise from cadillac mountain and bike or walk the historic carriage roads on day one, then walk the ocean path to thunder hole on day two. Add a third day if you want a long backcountry hike or a slow morning.
When is the best time for this Acadia itinerary?
Go in Jun, Sep–Oct, when the park is rated at its best. June offers the best balance of good conditions and smaller crowds.
Can you do Acadia in one day?
You can see the highlights in one very full day by doing day one below and skipping day two, but you will miss walk the ocean path to thunder hole. Two days is the sweet spot.