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Maine's Acadia National Park, on Mount Desert Island, evokes all the romanticism of New England. Rugged coastlines provide spectacular ocean views, with lobster boats and osprey greeting from the water. Tidal pools beg exploration. The 20-mile Park Loop Road passes the most popular sites, including Jordan Pond and Cadillac Mountain. John D. Rockefeller built 57 miles of roads for carriages, and today they are the perfect terrain for exploring Acadia by bike, foot, horse, snow shoe or cross... more » Maine's Acadia National Park, on Mount Desert Island, evokes all the romanticism of New England. Rugged coastlines provide spectacular ocean views, with lobster boats and osprey greeting from the water. Tidal pools beg exploration. The 20-mile Park Loop Road passes the most popular sites, including Jordan Pond and Cadillac Mountain. John D. Rockefeller built 57 miles of roads for carriages, and today they are the perfect terrain for exploring Acadia by bike, foot, horse, snow shoe or cross country ski. « less
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“Acadia National Park”
5 of 5 stars
Edamommy88
Maryland
Oct 12, 2009

Even though Acadia national park near Bar Harbor sees hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, it's not hard to find a serene spot to take in all of nature's bounties, breathe fresh air and get...more

“Great Biking”
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jhgWeston_CT
Weston,CT
Oct 11, 2009

We had a great time at Acadia. The biking was second to none. It wasn't like the Western US Parks, but it was great for the East Coast. more

“Heaven on Earth”
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Sydneygirl22
Massachusetts
Oct 9, 2009

When the mountains reach the ocean how can you not find this place heavenly? Whether you want to drive, walk, bike, climb, hike, swim or sail...it's all there. Acadia National Park meets the...more

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