10-day Acadia National Park itinerary

A ready-made 10-day sightseeing plan for Acadia National Park — top-rated attractions, one morning-to-evening schedule per day. Use it as-is or as a starting point; every stop links to full details, hours, and fees. Hungry? Pick your own spot to eat — we don't bake that decision into the plan for you.

1Day 1

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse5.0

    Bass Harbor Head, Tremont

    Perched atop dramatic granite cliffs on Mount Desert Island's rugged shore

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Bear Island5.0

    Bear Island, Cranberry Isles

    Explore scenic coastal views of Bear Island near Acadia National Park.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Bubbles Trail5.0

    Bubbles Trl, bar harbor

    Hike iconic granite summits for panoramic views of Jordan Pond

2Day 2

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Cadillac Mountain North Ridge Trail5.0

    Cadillac North Ridge Trail, Bar Harbor

    A scenic, gradual granite climb to the summit of Cadillac Mountain

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail5.0

    Cadillac Mountain S Ridge Trail, bar harbor

    Traverse scenic granite slopes to reach Acadia's iconic mountain peak

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Precipice Trail5.0

    Precipice Trail, Bar Harbor

    Conquer Acadia's thrill-packed iron rung ladder ascent up Champlain Mountain.

3Day 3

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Seal Cove Pond5.0

    Seal Cove Pond, Tremont

    Experience serene freshwater paddling and fishing away from main Acadia crowds.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Acadia National Park Loop Road4.9

    Maine, bar harbor

    Experience Maine's stunning ocean vistas along Acadia's signature 27-mile scenic drive.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Cadillac Summit House4.9

    707 Cadillac Summit Road, Bar Harbor

    Perched atop Acadia's highest peak, offering souvenirs, snacks, and restrooms.

4Day 4

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Eagle Lake4.9

    Eagle Lake, Bar Harbor

    Explore pristine waters and scenic carriage road trails in Acadia

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Great Cranberry Island4.9

    Great Cranberry Island, Cranberry Isles

    A quiet island sanctuary featuring panoramic views of Acadia National Park.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Great Head Trail4.9

    Great Head Trail (Acadia National Park), Bar Harbor

    Scenic oceanfront trail offering cliffside Atlantic views in Acadia

5Day 5

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Hiking Trails at Acadia4.9

    Bar Harbor, Bar Harbor

    Discover breathtaking coastal views and granite peaks along historic routes

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Little Hunters Beach4.9

    Little Hunters Beach, Mount Desert

    A secluded cobblestone beach tucked along Acadia National Park's scenic coast

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Little Long Pond4.9

    Little Long Pond, Mount Desert

    A serene coastal preserve offering dog friendly trails and scenic views

6Day 6

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Otter Cliffs4.9

    Otter Cliff, Bar Harbor

    Dramatic granite cliffs offering breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views in Acadia

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Schoodic Peninsula4.9

    Schoodic Peninsula, Winter Harbor

    Acadia's quiet mainland sanctuary featuring dramatic rocky shores and ocean views

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Schoodic Point4.9

    Arey Cove Rd, Winter Harbor

    Experience dramatic crashing waves along Acadia National Park's mainland coastline.

7Day 7

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Acadia Mountain4.8

    Acadia Mountain Trail, Mount Desert

    A classic moderate hike offering panoramic views of Somes Sound

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Acadia National Park Headquarters4.8

    20 McFarland Drive, Bar Harbor

    The main administrative facility and management offices for Acadia National Park.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Asticou Azalea Garden4.8

    ME-3, Mount Desert

    A peaceful Japanese stroll garden filled with vibrant azaleas near Acadia

8Day 8

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Bald Peak4.8

    368 Mountain Road, Bridgton

    Hike a scenic granite peak offering dramatic vistas across Acadia.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Bubbles Divide Trail4.8

    Mt Desert, Mount Desert

    Explore Acadia's scenic trail connecting North and South Bubble peaks

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Cadillac Mountain4.8

    Cadillac Mountain, Bar Harbor

    Experience panoramic coastal vistas from the highest peak in Acadia National Park.

9Day 9

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Gorham Mountain4.8

    Gorham Mountain, Bar Harbor

    A scenic and accessible summit hike offering breathtaking Maine ocean views

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Jordan Pond4.8

    Jordan Pond, Mount Desert

    Discover Acadia's serene glacier-formed pond framing stunning mountain views.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Mount Desert Island4.8

    Mt Desert Island, mount desert

    Maine's coastal island home to Acadia National Park and harbor towns

10Day 10

  1. 9:00 AM
    2–4 hr stay
    Ocean Path4.8

    Bar Harbor, Bar Harbor

    A scenic coastal trail connecting Sand Beach to dramatic Otter Point.

  2. 1:30 PM
    1–2 hr stay
    Sand Beach4.8

    Sand Beach, Bar Harbor

    Acadia's famous sandy beach offers scenic cove views framed by cliffs.

  3. 4:15 PM
    2–4 hr stay
    Bar Island4.7

    Bar Island, Gouldsboro

    Walk across an exposed sandbar at low tide to explore scenic island trails

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