Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky
headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of
habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million visits a year, it's one
of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the United States. Visitors enjoy
27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of
carriage roads.

Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million visits a year, it's one of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the United States. Visitors enjoy 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads.

## Overview

**For Blackwoods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in
advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are
released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis.
For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online
reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at
10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be
made through recreation.gov.**

  * **90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.**
  * **10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.**
  * **Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.**
  * **All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.**

Blackwoods Campground is located in breathtaking Acadia National Park on the
Maine coast. Visitors venture to Acadia for its picturesque scenery, historic
sites and recreational activities, including hiking, biking and canoeing.

## Recreation

From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined
carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers
many opportunities to get outside and be active.  
  
  
Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and
activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises,
bike rides and more.  
  
  
  
A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's
ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.

## Facilities

From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined
carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers
many opportunities to get outside and be active.  
  
  
Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and
activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises,
bike rides and more.  
  
  
  
A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's
ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.

## Natural Features

Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine.
Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all
found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia. At Blackwoods, all sites
are wooded and within a 10-minute walk of the ocean.

## Nearby Attractions

Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns.
Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut offer plenty of
visitor services including restaurants, shops, museums, and tours. Please
check with local Chambers of Commerce for more information.  
  

## Charges & Cancellations

No Shows

  * If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 10:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, **their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee**. 

Making Changes to Your Reservation

  * A **$10.00 service fee** will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. 

Cancelling Your Reservation

  * If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a **$10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee**. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. 
  * If you cancel a group campsite reservation within 7 full days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the**$10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee**. 

Early Departures

  * If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am in order to receive a refund for your remaining nights.

Please review **Rules & Reservation Policies** below for more information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>For Blackwoods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be made through recreation.gov.</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.</strong></li>
<li><strong>10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.</strong></li>
<li><strong>All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.</strong></li>
</ul>
<p>Blackwoods Campground is located in breathtaking Acadia National Park on the Maine coast. Visitors venture to Acadia for its picturesque scenery, historic sites and recreational activities, including hiking, biking and canoeing.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers many opportunities to get outside and be active.<br><br><br>Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises, bike rides and more. <br><br><br><br>A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers many opportunities to get outside and be active.<br><br><br>Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises, bike rides and more. <br><br><br><br>A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine. Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia. At Blackwoods, all sites are wooded and within a 10-minute walk of the ocean.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns. Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut offer plenty of visitor services including restaurants, shops, museums, and tours. Please check with local Chambers of Commerce for more information.<br><br></p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>No Shows</p>
<ul>
<li>If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 10:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, <strong>their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee</strong>. </li>
</ul>
<p>Making Changes to Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>A <strong>$10.00 service fee</strong> will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. </li>
</ul>
<p>Cancelling Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a <strong>$10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee</strong>. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. </li>
<li>If you cancel a group campsite reservation within 7 full days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the<strong> $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee</strong>. </li>
</ul>
<p>Early Departures</p>
<ul>
<li>If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am in order to receive a refund for your remaining nights.</li>
</ul>
<p>                                    Please review <strong>Rules & Reservation Policies</strong> below for more information.</p>

* Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Acadia National Park charges the following entrance fees: $35 per vehicle, $30 per motorcycle, or $20 per pedestrian/cyclist. Visitors may purchase the Acadia National Park annual pass for $70. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online at www.recreation.gov

Quarry Path Trailhead near Ranger Station

Blackwoods Campground Amphitheater

Dirty water disposal sink and trash can (NOT a dishwashing station)

Dirty water disposal sink and trash can

Dump station

path to Cadillac South Ridge Trailhead (from upper A-Loop)

Blackwoods Campground Ranger Station

overflow parking spaces (Remember - one vehicle per campsite)

overflow parking spaces

water spigot for filling containers (NOT a dishwashing station)

water spigot

path to Cadillac South Ridge Trailhead (from upper B-Loop)

Footpath to coast across Park Loop Road near lower A-Loop

Footpath to coast across Park Loop Road

Path to amphitheater

Island Explorer Bus Stop

Blackwoods Campground

## Overview

**Duck Harbor campsites are reservable starting on April 1st at 10:00am ET.**
Duck Harbor Campground is located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island off the
coast of Stonington, Maine. Remote and inaccessible to automobiles, Isle au
Haut is linked to the mainland by mailboat.

## Recreation

Isle au Haut offers excellent hiking. The remoteness of the island provides a
quiet experience along primitive trails with many great views of rocky cliffs
and coastal scenery. Bicycling is allowed but is very rigorous, on loose rock,
and unpaved road. No trail biking. You must bring your own mountain bike.
Bicycles can only be unloaded at the Town Dock. No bicycles may be loaded or
unloaded at Duck Harbor Landing.

## Facilities

Isle au Haut offers excellent hiking. The remoteness of the island provides a
quiet experience along primitive trails with many great views of rocky cliffs
and coastal scenery. Bicycling is allowed but is very rigorous, on loose rock,
and unpaved road. No trail biking. You must bring your own mountain bike.
Bicycles can only be unloaded at the Town Dock. No bicycles may be loaded or
unloaded at Duck Harbor Landing.

## Natural Features

Isle au Haut provides opportunities to explore rocky shorelines, wooded
uplands, marshes, bogs, and a mile-long freshwater lake. A section of Acadia
National Park covers about half of Isle au Haut. The campground is situated on
the western side of Isle au Haut. It is just south of the Duck Harbor Boat
Landing. The island is approximately six miles long by two miles wide.

## Nearby Attractions

There is a small, traditional village near the Isle au Haut Town Landing where
one can find a general store, seasonal gift shop, a seasonal food shack, and
post office.

## Charges & Cancellations

No Shows

  * If a camper does not arrive at his/her campsite by 11:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, **their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee**. 

Making Changes to Your Reservation

  * A **$10.00 service fee** will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. 

Cancelling Your Reservation

  * If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a **$10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee**. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. 

Please review **Rules & Reservation Policies** below for more information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Duck Harbor campsites are reservable starting on April 1st at 10:00am ET.</strong> Duck Harbor Campground is located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island off the coast of Stonington, Maine. Remote and inaccessible to automobiles, Isle au Haut is linked to the mainland by mailboat.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Isle au Haut offers excellent hiking. The remoteness of the island provides a quiet experience along primitive trails with many great views of rocky cliffs and coastal scenery. Bicycling is allowed but is very rigorous, on loose rock, and unpaved road. No trail biking. You must bring your own mountain bike. Bicycles can only be unloaded at the Town Dock. No bicycles may be loaded or unloaded at Duck Harbor Landing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Isle au Haut offers excellent hiking. The remoteness of the island provides a quiet experience along primitive trails with many great views of rocky cliffs and coastal scenery. Bicycling is allowed but is very rigorous, on loose rock, and unpaved road. No trail biking. You must bring your own mountain bike. Bicycles can only be unloaded at the Town Dock. No bicycles may be loaded or unloaded at Duck Harbor Landing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Isle au Haut provides opportunities to explore rocky shorelines, wooded uplands, marshes, bogs, and a mile-long freshwater lake. A section of Acadia National Park covers about half of Isle au Haut. The campground is situated on the western side of Isle au Haut. It is just south of the Duck Harbor Boat Landing. The island is approximately six miles long by two miles wide.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
There is a small, traditional village near the Isle au Haut Town Landing where one can find a general store, seasonal gift shop, a seasonal food shack, and post office.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>No Shows</p>
<ul>
<li>If a camper does not arrive at his/her campsite by 11:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, <strong>their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee</strong>. </li>
</ul>
<p>Making Changes to Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>A <strong>$10.00 service fee</strong> will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. </li>
</ul>
<p>Cancelling Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a <strong>$10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee</strong>. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. </li>
</ul>

<p>                                         Please review <strong>Rules & Reservation Policies</strong> below for more information.</p>

Duck Harbor and Duck Harbor Mountain

Bulletin Boards at Duck Harbor Campground

Tent shelter, fire ring and picnic table on grassy hillside.

Water spigot

Covered shelter

Shelter, picnic table and fire ring in forest and grass setting

Duck Harbor Campground

## Overview

**For Schoodic Woods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six
months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10
percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a
rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an
online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or
starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite
reservations must be made through recreation.gov.**

  * **90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.**
  * **10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.**
  * **Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.**
  * **All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.**

Schoodic Woods is located in breathtaking Acadia National Park on the Maine
coast. Located on the Schoodic Peninsula, this campground is 1.5 miles (2.5
km) southeast of Winter Harbor. It is approximately 60-70 minutes from Bar
Harbor and the main section of the park. Visitors venture to Acadia for its
picturesque scenery, historic sites and recreational activities, including
walking, hiking, biking and kayaking.

## Recreation

The Schoodic Peninsula provides numerous recreational activities without the
congestion of Mount Desert Island. A six-mile (10 km), one-way loop road
offers views of lighthouses, seabirds, and forested islands. Vehicle turnouts
provide opportunities to stop and enjoy the scenery. Stopping on the road and
parking outside of designated pull-offs are prohibited. There are over eight
miles of hiking trails on the Schoodic Peninsula and an additional eight miles
of bike paths. Arey Cove Road leads to Schoodic Point, a windswept, rocky
point providing spectacular views of Mount Desert Island.

## Facilities

The Schoodic Peninsula provides numerous recreational activities without the
congestion of Mount Desert Island. A six-mile (10 km), one-way loop road
offers views of lighthouses, seabirds, and forested islands. Vehicle turnouts
provide opportunities to stop and enjoy the scenery. Stopping on the road and
parking outside of designated pull-offs are prohibited. There are over eight
miles of hiking trails on the Schoodic Peninsula and an additional eight miles
of bike paths. Arey Cove Road leads to Schoodic Point, a windswept, rocky
point providing spectacular views of Mount Desert Island.

## Natural Features

Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine.
Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all
found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia. At Schoodic Woods, all
sites are wooded and within a 15-minute walk of the ocean.

## Nearby Attractions

Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns.
The Schoodic Institute is located near Schoodic Point and has an Education and
Research Center supporting science and education initiatives throughout the
park. Beautiful Lamoine State Park is just 21 miles from Acadia, with boating,
fishing, and scenic views of Frenchman's Bay.

## Charges & Cancellations

No Shows

  * If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 10:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, **their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee.**

Making Changes to Your Reservation

  * A **$10.00 service fee** will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. 

Cancelling Your Reservation

  * If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a**$10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee**. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. 
  * If you cancel a group campsite reservation within 7 full days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the **$10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee**. 

Early Departures

  * If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am in order to receive a refund for your remaining nights.

Please review **Rules & Reservation Policies** below for more information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>For Schoodic Woods campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be made through recreation.gov.</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.</strong></li>
<li><strong>10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available. </strong></li>
<li><strong>All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.</strong></li>
</ul>
<p>Schoodic Woods is located in breathtaking Acadia National Park on the Maine coast. Located on the Schoodic Peninsula, this campground is 1.5 miles (2.5 km) southeast of Winter Harbor.  It is approximately 60-70 minutes from Bar Harbor and the main section of the park. Visitors venture to Acadia for its picturesque scenery, historic sites and recreational activities, including walking, hiking, biking and kayaking.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Schoodic Peninsula provides numerous recreational activities without the congestion of Mount Desert Island. A six-mile (10 km), one-way loop road offers views of lighthouses, seabirds, and forested islands. Vehicle turnouts provide opportunities to stop and enjoy the scenery. Stopping on the road and parking outside of designated pull-offs are prohibited. There are over eight miles of hiking trails on the Schoodic Peninsula and an additional eight miles of bike paths. Arey Cove Road leads to Schoodic Point, a windswept, rocky point providing spectacular views of Mount Desert Island.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Schoodic Peninsula provides numerous recreational activities without the congestion of Mount Desert Island. A six-mile (10 km), one-way loop road offers views of lighthouses, seabirds, and forested islands. Vehicle turnouts provide opportunities to stop and enjoy the scenery. Stopping on the road and parking outside of designated pull-offs are prohibited. There are over eight miles of hiking trails on the Schoodic Peninsula and an additional eight miles of bike paths. Arey Cove Road leads to Schoodic Point, a windswept, rocky point providing spectacular views of Mount Desert Island.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine. Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia. At Schoodic Woods, all sites are wooded and within a 15-minute walk of the ocean.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns. The Schoodic Institute is located near Schoodic Point and has an Education and Research Center supporting science and education initiatives throughout the park. Beautiful Lamoine State Park is just 21 miles from Acadia, with boating, fishing, and scenic views of Frenchman's Bay.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>No Shows</p>
<ul>
<li>If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 10:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, <strong>their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee. </strong></li>
</ul>
<p>Making Changes to Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>A <strong>$10.00 service fee</strong> will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. </li>
</ul>
<p>Cancelling Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a<strong> $10 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee</strong>. If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10 service fee. </li>
<li>If you cancel a group campsite reservation within 7 full days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the <strong>$10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee</strong>.    </li>
</ul>
<p>Early Departures</p>
<ul>
<li>If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am in order to receive a refund for your remaining nights.</li>
</ul>

<p>Please review <strong>Rules & Reservation Policies</strong> below for more information.</p>

Pavilion for group campsites (Photo 2 of 2)

Interior view of log cabin style picnic pavilion with accessible picnic tables.

A panoramic view of a Ranger Station with bus stop and public restrooms in background.

Inside Schoodic Woods Ranger Station (Photo 2 of 2)

Interior of log cabin ranger station with stone fireplace, rocking chairs, and wildlife displays.

Stainless steel sink on outside of a cedar shingle sided building with bear proof trash can.

Pavilion for group campsites (Photo 1 of 2)

Exterior view of log cabin style picnic pavilion surrounded by spruce and pine trees.

An empty reception desk with heart of pine wood paneling and dim lighting.

A typical restroom building found in the campground (There are no showers in the campground)

A cedar-shingle sided restroom building framed by small birch trees.

Clean and orderly waste dumping station with fresh water filling station nearby.

Log cabin style ranger station with the American flag flying on a blue sky day.

Inside Schoodic Woods Ranger Station (Photo 1 of 2)

Interior of log cabin style ranger station with vaulted ceiling and large chandelier.

Gravel parking lot surrounded by spruce and pine trees.

Island Explorer Bus Stop at Schoodic Woods

Shuttle bus waiting at a bus stop.

Bicycle posts and bike path near Ranger Station

Wooden bicycle posts on a gravel bike path surrounded by spruce and pine trees.

Wooden restroom building with water fountain and cedar siding.

Dump station, cleaning water, and drinking water

A series of three signs showing area for dumping waste, cleaning water, and drinking water with green shrubs in background.

Schoodic Woods Campground

## Overview

**For Seawall campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in
advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are
released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis.
For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online
reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at
10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be
made through recreation.gov.**

  * **90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.**
  * **10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.**
  * **Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.**
  * **All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.**

## Recreation

From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined
carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers
many opportunities to get outside and be active.  
  
  
Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and
activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises,
bike rides and more. Kids age 6-12 love Acadia's Junior Ranger Program.  
  
  
A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's
ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.

## Facilities

From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined
carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers
many opportunities to get outside and be active.  
  
  
Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and
activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises,
bike rides and more. Kids age 6-12 love Acadia's Junior Ranger Program.  
  
  
A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's
ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.

## Natural Features

Southwest Harbor is located on the west side of Mount Desert Island. The west
side of the Island is considered the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island. All
the sites at Seawall Campground are wooded and within a 10-minute walk to the
ocean. There are many beautiful and quiet hiking trails on this side of the
Island, as well as Echo Lake, a wonderful lake for swimming, fishing,
canoeing, kayaking and picnics. Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on
the Atlantic coast of Maine. Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests,
meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising
Acadia.

## Nearby Attractions

Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns.
Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut offer plenty of
visitor services including restaurants, shops, museums, and tours. Please
check with local Chambers of Commerce for more information.

## Charges & Cancellations

No Shows

  * If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 10:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, **their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee.**

Making Changes to Your Reservation

  * A **$10.00 service fee** will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. 

Cancelling Your Reservation

  * If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a **$10.00 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee.** If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10.00 service fee. 
  * If you cancel a group campsite reservation within 7 full days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the **$10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee**.

Early Departures

  * If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am in order to receive a refund for your remaining nights.

Please review **Rules & Reservation Policies** below for more information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>For Seawall campsites, 90 percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. For example, if you plan to arrive on May 24, you can make an online reservation starting at 10 am EST Dec 1 from the first release or starting at 10 am EST on May 10 from the second release. All campsite reservations must be made through recreation.gov.</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.</strong></li>
<li><strong>10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.</strong></li>
<li><strong>All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers many opportunities to get outside and be active.<br><br><br>Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises, bike rides and more. Kids age 6-12 love Acadia's Junior Ranger Program.<br><br><br>A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>From gentle walks along the rugged coastline, mountain hikes, tree lined carriage roads for biking and lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Acadia offers many opportunities to get outside and be active.<br><br><br>Park rangers at Acadia offer a variety of programs to suit every interest and activity level. Programs include walks, talks, hikes, narrated boat cruises, bike rides and more. Kids age 6-12 love Acadia's Junior Ranger Program.<br><br><br>A 27-mile, historic loop road system offers outstanding views of the park's ocean shoreline, coastal forests and mountain silhouettes.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Southwest Harbor is located on the west side of Mount Desert Island.  The west side of the Island is considered the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island. All the sites at Seawall Campground are wooded and within a 10-minute walk to the ocean.  There are many beautiful and quiet hiking trails on this side of the Island, as well as Echo Lake, a wonderful lake for swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and picnics. Acadia is comprised of a cluster of islands on the Atlantic coast of Maine.  Mountains, lakes, streams, wetlands, forests, meadows and beaches are all found within roughly 50,000 acres comprising Acadia.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Acadia National Park is surrounded by scenic island harbors and quaint towns. Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut offer plenty of visitor services including restaurants, shops, museums, and tours. Please check with local Chambers of Commerce for more information.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>No Shows</p>
<ul>
<li>If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 10:00am check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, <strong>their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $20.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee. </strong></li>
</ul>
<p>Making Changes to Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>A <strong>$10.00 service fee</strong> will apply if you make any changes to your reservation. </li>
</ul>
<p>Cancelling Your Reservation</p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel your reservation the day before or on the day of your scheduled arrival date, you will incur a <strong>$10.00 service fee and forfeit your first night's camping fee.</strong> If you cancel your reservation 2 or more days before your scheduled arrival date, you will only incur a $10.00 service fee. </li>
<li>If you cancel a group campsite reservation within 7 full days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be charged the <strong>$10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee</strong>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Early Departures</p>
<ul>
<li>If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am in order to receive a refund for your remaining nights.</li>
</ul>
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<p>                                                     Please review <strong>Rules & Reservation Policies</strong> below for more information.</p>

* Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Acadia National Park charges the following entrance fees: $35 per vehicle, $30 per motorcycle, or $20 per pedestrian/cyclist. Visitors may purchase the Acadia National Park annual pass for $70. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online at www.recreation.gov.

Deer in Seawall Campground. Remember to store all food and properly dispose of trash!

Deer in Seawall Campground

Sink where campers pour dirty water from a container after washing dishes at campsite. (This is NOT a dishwashing station).

Dirty water disposal sink inside restroom building

Camper check out information- sign stating please check out.

Camper check out information

Sunrise at the natural seawall, a ten minute walk from most Seawall Campground sites along the campground road.

Sunrise at the natural seawall

potable water spigot (used for filling containers only - do not connect hoses)

potable water spigot

Dirty water disposal sink

Cars parked in the D loop parking lot. All D loop sites require campers to park in the parking lot and walk to their camp site.

Cars parked in the D loop parking lot

Seawall Campground Ranger Station

Typical woodchip path in D-Loop ("Walk-to" campsites)

Seawall Campground Amphitheater

Camper check in sign stating- park in right lane and walk to Ranger Station. Don't forget your ID, park pass and license plate number!

Camper check in sign stating- park in right lane and walk to ranger station

Signs for new camper information and park pass description.

Signs stating- New campers must stop here and register, as well as a sign with pricing for camping and park passes

Island Explorer Bus Stop at Seawall Campground

Acadia National Park

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Campgrounds

Blackwoods Campground

Duck Harbor Campground

Schoodic Woods Campground

Seawall Campground