What is the best month to visit Acadia National Park?

The best time to visit Acadia National Park is typically September and October, especially for fall colors, but keep in mind that the dates can vary depending on the weather.



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Winter is the quietest time in Acadia National Park. While the number of visitors is typically between 600,000 and 800,000 per month between June and September, it drops to as low as 30,000 per month from December through March. January is the quietest month, welcoming only about 10,000 to 15,000 people.

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Park Loop Road: This 27-mile, one-way scenic drive loops around the eastern half of Acadia on Mount Desert Island, and with a 35-mph speed limit you could theoretically complete the circle in an hour and return to Hulls Cove Visitor Center.

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Prepare for your trip to Acadia National Park by following our list of the top ten tips:
  1. Arrive with a plan...and a back-up plan. ...
  2. Purchase a park entrance pass. ...
  3. Purchase a vehicle reservation for Cadillac Mountain. ...
  4. Consider a car-free experience. ...
  5. Stay the night (but make a reservation first). ...
  6. Play it safe.


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Acadia's largest wildlife inhabitants are in the ungulate family. This includes white-tailed deer and very rarely moose. As very large mammals that need a great deal of space, moose are rarely seen in Acadia.

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Probably the most popular and most scenic hike in Acadia National Park is Ocean Path, the roadside trail that allows tourists to wander along the jagged pink granite formations of Acadia's beautiful coastline.

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