Greetings from Acadia National Park

This was taken during sunset on Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park in May, 2016. I was visiting Rockport, ME and on my agenda was going to Acadia National Park (two hours away) for a day. After stopping at the Visitor Center, I knew my first stop was going to be Cadillac Mountain, which provided stunning views. I then drove the loop road and made many stops during the trip. I ended back at Cadillac Mountain for this sunset. I wish I had more time and will definitely be back!

Sincerely,
Kris

Acadia National Park

Along the rugged coastline of Maine, this gem of the Northeast offers ocean shoreline, coastal forests, remote islands, rocky mountains and historic lighthouses. With 45 miles of historic carriage roads to bike and 125 miles of trails to hike, Acadia is a premier destination for the adventurous and outdoorsy. Among the park’s granite peaks is Cadillac Mountain, which at 1,530 feet stands as the tallest mountain on the Atlantic coast.

State(s): Maine

Established: 1919

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