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Acadia National Park @AcadiaNPS

Acadia National Park protects 48,000 acres of coastline, lakes, and mountains where visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, and outstanding scenery.

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A Winter Weather Advisory was issued for the Acadia region starting 6 :00 p.m. today. We are expecting dangerously low wind chills, with temperatures feeling as low as 30 below. They also issued a hazardous weather outlook, forecasting heavy snow starting Saturday afternoon.
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From January 22–30, 2026, Acadia National Park will conduct pile burning operations to safely dispose of woody debris from maintenance and fuels reduction projects. This method is a cost-effective way to manage vegetation and reduce wildfire risk.
Map showing two burn windows in a forested area near Bar Harbor with marked unburned piles and trails.

ALT Map showing two burn windows in a forested area near Bar Harbor with marked unburned piles and trails.

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On December 1, the Park Loop Road (including Cadillac Mountain) is closed to vehicles, with the exception of Jordan Pond Road in Seal Harbor offering access to Jordan Pond, and between Schooner Head Road and Otter Cliff Road in Bar Harbor. Learn more at go.nps.gov/AcadiaWinter
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Starting November 17, Acadia National Park will close a section of Park Loop Road to all uses to accommodate critical culvert replacements between Cadillac Summit Road and the start of the one-way section of the Park Loop Road. Photo Credit: NPS Photo/Anastasia
Map of park roads with a section highlighted in yellow. The yellow sectionn will close to all use.

ALT Map of park roads with a section highlighted in yellow. The yellow sectionn will close to all use.

Empty paved road with a small traffic island and autumn trees under a clear blue sky.

ALT Empty paved road with a small traffic island and autumn trees under a clear blue sky.
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Join Chris Sockalexis, Penobscot, at Sieur de Monts today from 11am-3pm for a flintknapping demonstration as part of Acadia's Cultural Connections Program. Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Credit: Abbe Museum, used with permission
Man wearing a navy blue zip-up jacket standing against a weathered wooden shingle wall outdoors.

ALT Man wearing a navy blue zip-up jacket standing against a weathered wooden shingle wall outdoors.

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Join Chris Sockalexis, Penobscot, at Sieur de Monts on Wednesday, September 17 from 11am-3pm for a flintknapping demonstration as part of Acadia's Cultural Connections Program. Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Credit: Abbe Museum, used with permission
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ALT Portrait of a man with dark hair wearing a navy blue, quarter zip sweatshirt.

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Join Jennifer Pictou at Sieur de Monts today from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm for a demonstration as part of our Cultural Connections Program. Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Courtesy of the Abbe Museum
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ALT Person wearing a collared shirt and a beaded necklace, with curly hair styled loosely around the head.

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Join Jennifer Pictou at Sieur de Monts on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm for a demonstration as part of our Cultural Connections Program. Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Courtesy of the Abbe Museum
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ALT Person wearing a dark collared shirt with curly hair and dangling earrings, captured in black and white.
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Join Kaya Lolar (Panawahpskek Nation) and Alexandra Francis (Peskotomuhkat (fisher clan) naka Panawapskewi (eel clan)) at Sieur de Monts today from 11am - 3pm for a beading demonstration. Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Credit: Abbe Museum, used with permission
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Join Kaya Lolar (Panawahpskek Nation) and Alexandra Francis (Peskotomuhkat (fisher clan) naka Panawapskewi (eel clan)) at Sieur de Monts on Wednesday, August 27 from 11am - 3pm for a beading demonstration. Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-…
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Ozone is forecast to reach levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups on Wednesday, August 13. For updates, consult the Maine DEP Air Quality Forecast at apps.web.maine.gov/cgi-bin/o…
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Join Sarah Sockbeson, Penobscot, at Sieur de Monts tomorrow from 11am - 3pm for her Cultural Connections demonstration.  Learn more: nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Credit: Abbe Museum, used with permission.
Woman with long dark hair wearing a sleeveless top and layered turquoise necklace, resting her arm on a chair at a dining setting.

ALT Woman with long dark hair wearing a sleeveless top and layered turquoise necklace, resting her arm on a chair at a dining setting.
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When visiting Acadia, one way to make your visit more engaging is to join one of our ranger-led programs . To learn more, visit the link here to see the full calendar of our programs at go.nps.gov/AcadiaEvents Photo Credit: NPS Photo
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Join Jennifer Pictou, Mi'kmaq, at Sieur de Monts on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 from 11am - 3pm for her Cultural Connections demonstration.  Learn more at nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Credit: Abbe Museum, used with permission.
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Change in plans! Join the Burnurwurbskek singers tomorrow from 11:00am -3:00pm for a performance at Sieur de Monts as part of Acadia's cultural connections program. Photo Credit: NPS Photo/Richards
A group of four men gathered in nature, seated in a circle with a large drum at the center, surrounded by trees and rocky terrain.

ALT A group of four men gathered in nature, seated in a circle with a large drum at the center, surrounded by trees and rocky terrain.

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Edit: the program will take place from 11:00am-1:00pm
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Join Sarah Sockbeson, Penobscot, at Sieur de Monts on Wednesday, July 23 from 11am - 3pm for a Fancy Basket Demonstration as part of Acadia National Park's Cultural Connections Program. Learn more at nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-… Photo Credit: Abbe Museum, used with permission.
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Acadia's first Cultural Connections Program of the season will take place at Cadillac Mountain Summit on June 4 from 11:00am to 1:00pm! A park pass, vehicle reservations are needed to access the Cadillac Summit Road. You can make a vehicle reservation at recreation.gov
A group of drummers sit on Cadillac Summit in a circle.

ALT A group of drummers sit on Cadillac Summit in a circle.

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Starting today, visitors need a vehicle reservation in addition to their park pass to drive Cadillac Summit Road. Reservations can be purchased online at recreation.gov. Vehicle reservations are required to drive to the summit May 21-October 26. See you at the summit!
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Preserve the adventure, prevent the tragedy. Wearing your seatbelt is the simplest and most effective way to stay safe. Rangers are stepping up seatbelt enforcement to ensure visitors return home safely. Make sure you #buckleup —every trip, every time.
A red car drives down a wet, winding road at night. Text reads "Drive Safely in our National Parks. nhtsa.gov. NPS.gov. Photo Credit Ashley L. Conti/Friends of Acadia.

ALT A red car drives down a wet, winding road at night. Text reads "Drive Safely in our National Parks. nhtsa.gov. NPS.gov. Photo Credit Ashley L. Conti/Friends of Acadia.

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