Do you drive or hike up Cadillac Mountain?

You can reach the Cadillac summit by private vehicle, guided bus tour, taxi, hiking, or biking. Cadillac is not served by the Island Explorer bus system. It is a windy, paved 3.5 miles up to the summit. Along the way, there are several scenic pullouts to enjoy the view.



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Cadillac Summit Road is located off the Park Loop Road, and can be accessed at the beginning or end of the loop. You can reach the Cadillac summit by private vehicle, guided bus tour, taxi, hiking, or biking. Cadillac is not served by the Island Explorer bus system. It is a windy, paved 3.5 miles up to the summit.

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Things to see in Acadia National Park. Cadillac Mountain is a must see when in Acadia National Park! it's the perfect trip for the whole family because you can drive up to the top of the mountain. It's breathtaking.

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You can also catch the shuttle up on Cadillac's summit area at the taxi stand, outside the concession and bathroom area. The shuttle leaves the summit area on the 1/2 hour, with boarding about 5 mins before leaving. The shuttle operates on a 1st come, 1st serve basis with round trip ticket holders having priority.

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The reservation system was designed as a tool to improve the visitor experience, ensure visitor safety, and protect park resources. Reservations are NOT required for visitors to Cadillac Mountain who enter by foot or bike.

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Cadillac Mountain Weather (Days 0-3): Warm (max 72°F on Tue afternoon, min 55°F on Wed morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the SE on Wed afternoon, fresh winds from the SSW by Thu night).

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At 1530 feet (466 m) tall, Cadillac is the tallest mountain on the eastern seaboard of the United States! It is also the first place to see the sunrise in the U.S. in the winter. For thousands of years, people have climbed Cadillac Mountain and looked out from its lofty peak.

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Park visitors agree: riding along the 27-mile Park Loop Road is the best way to do a quick tour of Acadia (and makes a strong case for renting a car). Popular sights and trails like Sand Beach, Thunder Hole and Otter Cliff can all be reached from here.

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Moderate Hiking, 2.2 miles one-way The trail ends, of course, on the 1,528-foot summit of Cadillac Mountain, the highest peak in the park, and highest point along the eastern seaboard.

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The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, can often be seen from in the northernmost parts of DownEast Acadia. The best viewing time for the Northern Lights is August to October. So get outside on a crisp autumn night and look north.

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