Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National Park

Name: Cadillac Mountain
Address: Cadillac Summit Rd., Acadia National Park, 04609, United States
Telephone: +1 207-288-3338

#1 among attractions in Acadia National Park

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Facts and practical information

Cadillac Mountain, the crowning jewel of Acadia National Park in Maine, stands as a beacon for explorers and nature enthusiasts alike. The mountain, which is the highest point on the United States' East Coast, reaches an impressive elevation of 1,530 feet above sea level. It's not just the height that draws visitors from around the world, but the chance to be among the first in the United States to witness the sunrise during certain times of the year.

The mountain's granite peak offers panoramic views that are nothing short of breathtaking. From its summit, visitors can gaze out over a mosaic of dense forest, rugged coastline, and the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It's a sight that is as inspiring as it is serene, making Cadillac Mountain a must-visit destination for anyone touring Acadia National Park.

For the adventurous at heart, the mountain boasts a range of hiking trails, with varying levels of difficulty, that snake their way to the summit. The most popular path, the Cadillac Summit Loop, is a gentle 0.3-mile trail that is accessible for visitors of all ages and offers some of the best views. For those seeking a more vigorous ascent, the North Ridge and South Ridge Trails provide a more challenging hike up the mountain's slopes.

In addition to hiking, Cadillac Mountain is a prime spot for photography, bird watching, and stargazing, with its clear skies offering a dazzling display of stars after sunset. It's also a place of profound silence and reflection, where one can simply sit and absorb the natural beauty that abounds.

Parking at the summit can be limited, especially during peak season, and the park now operates a vehicle reservation system to manage the number of visitors. It's advisable to plan ahead and reserve a spot if you're aiming to drive to the top.

Alternative names: Elevation: 1527 ftProminence: 1527 ftCoordinates: 44°21'10"N, 68°13'26"W

Address

Cadillac Summit Rd.Acadia National Park 04609 United States

Contact

+1 207-288-3338

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Acadia National Park

Day trips

Cadillac Mountain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jordan Pond, Bar Harbor Historical Society, Criterion Theatre, 33 Ledgelawn Avenue.

2.1 miSW
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Jordan Pond, Acadia National Park
55 min walk • Jordan Pond is an oligotrophic tarn in Acadia National Park near the town of Bar Harbor, Maine. The pond covers 187 acres to a maximum depth of 150 feet with a shoreline of 3.6 miles.
2.4 miN
History museum, Museum
Bar Harbor Historical Society, Bar Harbor
61 min walk • The Bar Harbor Historical Society is the principal historical society of Bar Harbor, Maine and Mount Desert Island. The society's museum is located in the La Rochelle mansion at 127 West Street in Bar Harbor, having moved from 33 Ledgelawn Avenue in early 2019.
2.7 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Criterion Theatre, Bar Harbor
69 min walk • The Criterion Theatre is a historic performance space at 35 Cottage Street in downtown Bar Harbor, Maine. Built in 1932 when Bar Harbor's summer scene was at its height, it is one of only two Art Deco theaters in the state of Maine.
2.4 miN
Church
33 Ledgelawn Avenue, Bar Harbor
61 min walk • 33 Ledgelawn Avenue is an historic building in Bar Harbor, Maine, formerly St. Edward's Convent. It is an architecturally distinguished building designed by local architect Milton Stratton and built in 1917 in the Jacobethan style.
2.5 miSW
City hall
Ellsworth City Hall, Acadia National Park
64 min walk • Ellsworth City Hall is the seat of local government in Ellsworth, Maine. Built in 1934-35 after a devastating fire destroyed the old city hall and part of the business district, it is a municipal building with Georgian Revival features unusual for Maine.
2.5 miN
Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, Church
Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church and Rectory, Bar Harbor
65 min walk • Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church and Rectory is a historic church complex at 41 Mt. Desert Street in Bar Harbor, Maine. Built over several construction campaigns between 1877 and 1938, it is fine local example of an American Shingle Style church executed in stone and wood.
2.5 miN
Library
Jesup Memorial Library, Bar Harbor
64 min walk • Jesup Memorial Library is the public library of Bar Harbor, Maine. It is located in an architecturally distinguished Colonial Revival building at 34 Mount Desert Street in the town's main village.
2.7 miN
44°23'23"N • 68°12'16"W
Acadia National Park Tours, Bar Harbor
70 min walk • Nature and wildlife tours, Bus tours, Park
2.5 miE
44°20'40"N • 68°10'30"W
Schooner Head, Mount Desert Island
64 min walk • Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
2.6 miNE
Tudor Revival architecture
John Innes Kane Cottage, Bar Harbor
67 min walk • The John Innes Kane Cottage, also known as Breakwater and Atlantique, is a historic summer estate house at 45 Hancock Street in Bar Harbor, Maine. Built in 1903-04 for John Innes Kane, a wealthy grandson of John Jacob Astor and designed by local architect Fred L.
0.4 miSE
Bridge
Acadia National Park carriage paths, Acadia National Park
11 min walk • Acadia National Park, largely on Mount Desert Island, off the coast of the U.S. state of Maine, was created in part by land and other donations by John D. Rockefeller Jr.