Acadia National Park Travel Guide

May weather in the US is absolutely amazing! I set off from Boston to Maine—and even saw the aurora (northern lights) there! Maine has incredible natural conservation, but be sure to pack warm clothes—mornings and evenings are still pretty cold! This is a detailed travel guide to Acadia National Park. 📍 Attractions ⛰️ Ellsworth After a 4-hour drive (from Boston), I witnessed an incredible natural phenomenon: the sea seemingly “splits in two”! It was my first time seeing something so magical. You can walk along the “split” path to the opposite coast, where you might even find live sea creatures (like small clams or crabs) 🦀. As the sun sets, the entire coast glows in golden (afterglow)—it’s breathtakingly beautiful. Jordan Pond One of the must-visit spots in Acadia National Park! It’s never too crowded, so you can relax and savor the peaceful moment fully. The calm lake surrounded by mountains feels like a hidden oasis—perfect for sitting by the water and letting your mind wander 🌊. Bubble Rock You need to hike up a gentle slope to reach it, but it’s totally worth it! It’s a spectacular natural wonder: a huge, bubble-shaped boulder perched on the edge of a cliff. It looks like it would tumble down with just a light push! ⚠️ Important safety tip: There are no safety barriers or fences around it—take extra care when getting close to the edge! Thunder Hole This spot is dotted with rocky reefs—you can climb up (carefully!) to feel the sea breeze and enjoy unobstructed ocean views. When waves crash against the rocks, they make a deep, rumbling sound like thunder—hence the name “Thunder Hole” 🔊. It’s fun to stand nearby and listen to the ocean’s “roar”. Wild Gardens of Acadia A charming botanical garden within the park, home to a huge variety of plants (many native to Maine). While I was there, I was lucky enough to see the Tyndall effect—sunlight filtering through tree branches and mist, making the light itself “take shape” ✨. It was so beautiful, I couldn’t take my eyes off it! Nubble Lighthouse It’s not inside Acadia National Park (it’s in Portland), but it’s very close to Maine’s main areas. Sitting here, gazing at the lighthouse and the endless sea, even daydreaming feels meaningful. For me, the person I like is like the lighthouse on the sea—and in that moment, that feeling became so vivid and real 🗼. 📍 Restaurants 🍽️ 🌟 Peter Trout‘s Tavern and Inn Located inside Acadia National Park. Besides burgers (which are tasty too!), they have a secret menu: fresh oysters! These live oysters are served with lemon and sauce—their texture is smooth and briny, and they’re just pulled from the sea (you can even see a little mud on them, proof of freshness) 🦪. They’re a bit more expensive than oysters elsewhere, but totally worth trying for the unbeatable freshness. 🌟 IHOP A classic American breakfast spot at the foot of the mountain. My favorite here is the fish and chips, plus their pancakes 🥞 drizzled with maple syrup—sweet, fluffy, and so satisfying. It’s the perfect hearty breakfast to fuel your day of hiking. 🌟 Olive Garden A popular chain Italian restaurant in the US—I eat here often! The best part? Unlimited soup refills! My go-to is their chicken dumpling gnocchi soup—it’s packed with tender chicken pieces. And don’t miss their signature mint chocolate dessert 🍫—it’s icy cold and creamy, the perfect sweet ending to a meal. 🌟 Thai Sana Restaurant A Thai restaurant at the foot of the mountain. We ordered pineapple fried rice, pad thai, chicken with broccoli, and fried appetizers. The food is authentic and delicious—full of bold Thai flavors (spicy, sweet, and savory) 🍍. It’s a great change from American food if you’re craving something different. #AcadiaNationalPark #AcadiaHiking #Acadia #AmericanLife #AmericanTravel #Maine #WhereToGoInUSA #InternationalStudents #USA #GoViral