🚗 Acadia Road Trip Routes

🥾 Hiking Route 1: Jordan Pond + Bubble Loop Hike ~4.5 miles Start at Jordan Pond House → Jordan Pond Path (East) → South Bubble Trail → Bubble Rock → South Bubble Trail → Bubbles Divide Trail (descent) → Jordan Pond Path (West) → Return to parking lot 🔁 Loop trail. The ascent (yellow arrow section) is steep and rocky — challenging but fun! After seeing Bubble Rock, descend via the green arrow trail — much smoother with steps. 🔵 Follow blue markers on rocks throughout. Finish with a scenic walk around the pond — no backtracking needed! 🥾 Hiking Route 2: Beehive Loop ~1.5 miles Start at Sand Beach Parking → Bowl Trail (through valley) → Beehive Trail (iron ladders & handrails) → Summit ⚠️ Beehive climb is exposed and steep — not for those afraid of heights! ⬇️ Descend via Bowl Trail for an easier route. If nervous, go up and down Bowl Trail instead. 🥾 Hiking Route 3: Great Head Trail + Ocean Path ~3.5 miles Start at Sand Beach Parking → Great Head Trail Loop (counterclockwise) → Return to Sand Beach → Ocean Path (to Thunder Hole / Otter Cliff) → Return via Ocean Path → Back to parking 🌊 Perfect if you prefer coastal views without risky climbs. For an easier hike, stick to Great Head only. 🚘 Scenic Drive: Park Loop Road Hulls Cove Visitor Center → Sand Beach → Thunder Hole → Monument Cove → Otter Cliff → Jordan Pond House → Cadillac Summit Road 🎫 Reserve vehicle pass online in advance! Sunrise/sunset slots for Cadillac sell out fast. ⏰ Your ticket shows entry time — you can stay till sunset. Don’t miss Summit Loop Trail at the top! 🛍️ Gift shop on summit — great souvenirs & local goods. #AcadiaGuide #BostonWeekend #AcadiaNationalPark 🍂🥾