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Driving your car to one of the most popular destinations in Acadia National Park requires a vehicle reservation. The system helps to reduce congestion, increase safety, and make finding a parking spot a lot more predictable for visitors.
Vehicle reservations are required for the Cadillac Summit Road between sunrise and sunset from May 26 through Oct 19, 2021. Vehicle reservations are not required for any other areas of the park, or for visitors who enter the area by foot, bike, or taxi. Cadillac is not served by the fare-free Island Explorer bus system. A park entrance pass is required for all locations in Acadia National Park in addition to the vehicle reservation for Cadillac Summit Road. To make a vehicle reservation, visit Recreation.gov. Learn more at nps.gov/acadia
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Driving your car to one of the most popular destinations in Acadia National Park requires a vehicle reservation. The system helps to reduce congestion, increase safety, and make finding a parking spot a lot more predictable for visitors. Vehicle Reservations Required for Cadillac Summit RoadAcadia is among the top ten most popular national parks in the United States, with more than 3.5 million visits a year. Visitation has surged almost 60 percent in a decade, leading to severe crowding at many park destinations. In 2019, the National Park Service completed a five-year process to approve a comprehensive Transportation Plan that may take a decade or longer to implement fully. Actions are decided with an adaptive management strategy that continually monitors, evaluates, and refines solutions toward best possible outcomes.
![]() Cadillac Summit RoadCadillac Summit Road offers a three-mile drive to the top of the highest peak in the park. Along the way, there are several scenic pullouts to enjoy the view. Parking is available in two locations at the summit, where restrooms, a gift shop, and scenic overlooks connected by paved walks can be found. There is no Island Explorer bus service on the Cadillac Summit Road. Sunrise times range from 4:45 am in mid-June to 6:15 am in mid-October. Road ConditionsThe narrow, two-lane road winds to the 1,530-foot summit of Cadillac Mountain. Drivers should use caution when traveling the road and yield to pedestrians. Recreational vehicles and trailers are prohibited. Parking availabilityPaved pullouts are located along the road for short-term parking to enjoy the views. Do not cross traffic to pull out on the opposite side of the road. The Blue Hill Overlook parking area is 1/4-mile before the summit and offers the best sunset views. The Cadillac Summit parking area is arranged in a loop and offers the best sunrise views. Vehicle Reservation Particulars
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Sunrise: One vehicle reservation per seven days
Daytime: One vehicle reservation per day .
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![]() Acadia Goes Mobile: Buy Your Vehicle Reservation OnlineBefore you visit, make sure your phone or tablet is fully equipped with two official apps designed by and for Acadia. Swipe through location details, check real-time availability, and reserve a campsite right from your phone or tablet. Buy a Cadillac Summit Vehicle Reservation, then download or screen capture your confirmation code to display at the check station. |
Last updated: April 8, 2021