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

The majority of Blackwoods' sites are for small and large tents; other sites
can accommodate travelers with RVs. Flush toilets, running water, and a dump
station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Roads are paved.

  
***** There are no showers in the campground. Fee shower facilities are
located 1/2 mile from the campground. The use of portable showers is
prohibited.*****

## 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.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (207) 412-8103.

## 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

In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules
above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and
fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their
scheduled arrival.

  * If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping 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 EST to receive a refund
for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not
receive a refund for that night.

<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>The majority of Blackwoods' sites are for small and large tents; other sites can accommodate travelers with RVs. Flush toilets, running water, and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Roads are paved.</p>
<p><br><strong>*** There are no showers in the campground. Fee shower facilities are located 1/2 mile from the campground. The use of portable showers is prohibited.***</strong></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>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (207) 412-8103.
<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>In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their scheduled arrival.</p><ul><li><p>If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping fee.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Early Departures</strong></p><p> If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am EST to receive a refund for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not receive a refund for that night.</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

Blackwoods Campground Ranger Station

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)

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

This small campground contains five campsites. Each campsite has a fire ring,
picnic table, and a lean-to shelter which is three-sided with roof and floor.
Dimensions are 8' tall, 8' deep, and 12.5' wide. Use of tents is limited to
what can fit inside the shelters. There are three composting toilets at the
campground and a hand pump for non-potable water located 0.3 miles from
campground.  
  
  
  
There is a ranger station 4 miles from the campground but only 0.3 miles from
the Isle au Haut Town Landing. The ranger station is open mid-May to mid-
October, when there are rangers on Isle au Haut for the season. While the
rangers are typically out in the field and not at the ranger station during
most of the day, the lobby remains open, allowing visitors access to maps,
reading material, water, and the only public restroom in town. **Boat service
to Duck Harbor is limited at the beginning and end of the season. Please
review the Need to Know section**.

## 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>
<p>This small campground contains five campsites. Each campsite has a fire ring, picnic table, and a lean-to shelter which is three-sided with roof and floor. Dimensions are 8' tall, 8' deep, and 12.5' wide. Use of tents is limited to what can fit inside the shelters. There are three composting toilets at the campground and a hand pump for non-potable water located 0.3 miles from campground.<br><br><br><br>There is a ranger station 4 miles from the campground but only 0.3 miles from the Isle au Haut Town Landing. The ranger station is open mid-May to mid-October, when there are rangers on Isle au Haut for the season. While the rangers are typically out in the field and not at the ranger station during most of the day, the lobby remains open, allowing visitors access to maps, reading material, water, and the only public restroom in town. <strong>Boat service to Duck Harbor is limited at the beginning and end of the season. Please review the Need to Know section</strong>.</p>
<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

There is no potable water source at Duck Harbor Campground. Plan ahead to
treat the water or bring enough potable water for the duration of your stay.

<p>There is no potable water source at Duck Harbor Campground. Plan ahead to treat the water or bring enough potable water for the duration of your stay.</p>

## Overview

**No RVs, trailers or vehicles larger than 21 feet are permitted on Schoodic
Loop Road beyond the day-use parking area/campground. The Island Explorer Bus
provides shuttle service on the Schoodic Peninsula during the day.Oversize
vehicle parking is available in the day-use parking area at Schoodic Woods.**

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

All sites (except for group sites and hike-in sites) have electric, and B-Loop
sites have electric and water. Flush toilets, potable running water, and a
dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings in each
site.All sites have ADA picnic tables. All campground roads are paved.
Acadia's Island Explorer shuttle buses provide free service between park
destinations and local communities. Shuttle service is available on the
Schoodic Peninsula from late-May to mid-October. There is no shuttle service
between the Schoodic Peninsula and Mt. Desert Island. Grocery, and supply
stores are located in Winter Harbor, 1.5 miles from the campground. *****
There are no showers in the campground there are showers located in Winter
Harbor***. ALL HIKE-IN CAMPSITES** , setting, building, maintaining,
attending, or using a campfire (including charcoal) is prohibited. Stoves and
grills fueled by petroleum fuels such as Liquid Propane Gas (LPG), butane, or
white gas are allowed.

## 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. Rockefeller Institute is a public facility. Beautiful Lamoine State Park
is just 21 miles from Acadia, with boating, fishing, and scenic views of
Frenchman's Bay.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (207) 412-8346.

## Charges & Cancellations

In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules
above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and
fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their
scheduled arrival.

  * If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping 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 EST to receive a refund
for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not
receive a refund for that night.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>No RVs, trailers or vehicles larger than 21 feet are permitted on Schoodic Loop Road beyond the day-use parking area/campground. The Island Explorer Bus provides shuttle service on the Schoodic Peninsula during the day.Oversize vehicle parking is available in the day-use parking area at Schoodic Woods.</strong></p><p>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.</p><ul><li><p>90% of campsites are available six months in advance, and released on a monthly basis as described above.</p></li><li><p>10% of campsites are available at 10:00 a.m. EST. fourteen (14) days in advance of the desired reservation date.</p></li><li><p>Visitors are able to make same day reservations if campsites are available.</p></li><li><p>All reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.</p></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>
<p>  All sites (except for group sites and hike-in sites) have electric, and B-Loop sites have electric and water. Flush toilets, potable running water, and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings in each site.All sites have ADA picnic tables. All campground roads are paved. Acadia's Island Explorer shuttle buses provide free service between park destinations and local communities. Shuttle service is available on the Schoodic Peninsula from late-May to mid-October. There is no shuttle service between the Schoodic Peninsula and Mt. Desert Island. Grocery, and supply stores are located in Winter Harbor, 1.5 miles from the campground. <strong>*** There are no showers in the campground there are showers located in Winter Harbor***. ALL HIKE-IN CAMPSITES</strong>, setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using a campfire (including charcoal) is prohibited. Stoves and grills fueled by petroleum fuels such as Liquid Propane Gas (LPG), butane, or white gas are allowed.</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 Schoodic Woods, all sites are wooded and within a 15-minute walk of the ocean.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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. Rockefeller Institute is a public facility. Beautiful Lamoine State Park is just 21 miles from Acadia, with boating, fishing, and scenic views of Frenchman's Bay.</p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (207) 412-8346.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their scheduled arrival.</p><ul><li><p>If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping fee.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Early Departures</strong></p><p>If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am EST to receive a refund for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not receive a refund for that night.</p>

* Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. All interagency passes count as a park pass. These include senior passes, America the beautiful pass, military and access. 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

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

Pavilion for group campsites (Photo 2 of 2)

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

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

The majority of this family-oriented campground's sites are for small and
large tents; some sites can accommodate RVs up to 35 ft. in length.
Maneuvering RVs in the campground can be very difficult. Seawall Campground
was not designed to accomodate large RVs and trailers. Please read campsite
details and warnings carefully before reserving a site. Accommodations cannot
be made for RVs or trailers that do not fit in reserved sites.  
  
  
Flush toilets, running water and a dump station are provided, as are picnic
tables and fire rings. Roads are paved. A picnic area is located on the shore
across from the campground entrance.  
  
  
  
*****Fee shower facilities and camping supply stores are located 1 mile from
the campground. There are no showers in the campground. The use of portable
showers is prohibited.*****

## 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.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (207) 244-0069.

## Charges & Cancellations

In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules
above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and
fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their
scheduled arrival.

  * If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping 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 EST to receive a refund
for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not
receive a refund for that night.

<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>The majority of this family-oriented campground's sites are for small and large tents; some sites can accommodate RVs up to 35 ft. in length. Maneuvering RVs in the campground can be very difficult. Seawall Campground was not designed to accomodate large RVs and trailers. Please read campsite details and warnings carefully before reserving a site. Accommodations cannot be made for RVs or trailers that do not fit in reserved sites.<br> <br> <br>Flush toilets, running water and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Roads are paved. A picnic area is located on the shore across from the campground entrance.<br> <br> <br> <br><strong>***Fee shower facilities and camping supply stores are located 1 mile from the campground. There are no showers in the campground. The use of portable showers is prohibited.***</strong></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>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (207) 244-0069.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>In addition to the changes and cancellations outlined in the reservation rules above, a no-show refers to a camper who does not arrival at the campground and fails to cancel their reservation by check-out time on the day after their scheduled arrival.</p><ul><li><p>If you have not arrived by 10:00am EST the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled and incur a $20.00 service fee along with forfeiting the first night’s camping fee.</p></li></ul><p><strong> Early Departures</strong></p><p>If you choose to check out of your campsite early, you must notify us in person at the Campground Ranger Station before 10:00am EST to receive a refund for your remaining nights. If you check out after 10:00am EST, you will not receive a refund for that night.</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.

Seawall Campground Ranger Station

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

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

Seawall Campground

There are 158 miles of hiking trails in Acadia. More at go.nps.gov/HikeAcadia

Pemetic Mountain Sunset

Acadia National Park

During the colder months snows transform our landscape into a winter wonderland.

Heavy snow-laden trees

Millions of people come to Acadia for our distinctive rocky coastline.

Acadia's rocky coastline

As the tallest point on the eastern seaboard Cadillac Mountain provides fantastic viewpoints.

Sunset atop Cadillac Mountain

With dark skies, Acadia is a fantastic place to come see the stars.

Starviewing

Whether it's a stroll along Ocean Path or a difficult ascent up The Precipice, there are hiking trails for everyone!

Climbing The Precipice

Current listings of ranger-led programs are posted online at go.nps.gov/AcadiaEvents

Ranger-led Programs

There are 158 miles of hiking trails in Acadia.

There are 45 miles of historic carriage roads in Acadia. More at go.nps.gov/carriageroads

Carriage Road Bike Tour

A vehicle reservation is required to drive the Cadillac Summit Road from late-May to mid-October. More at go.nps.gov/AcadiaVehicleReservations

Sunrise from Cadillac Mountain

All pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet (2 m) at all times. More at go.nps.gov/AcadiaPets

Protect Your Pet Privileges

Entrance fees are required year round. More at go.nps.gov/AcadiaPass

Entrance Fee Required Year-Round

Sand Beach, located on the eastern side of Mount Desert Island in Newport Cove, is the largest sandy beach found in Acadia.

Sand Beach and Beehive from the Great Head Trail

Thunder Hole often attracts large crowds an hour or two before high tide when there can be loud splashes of ocean waves into a small cave along the shoreline.

Thunder Hole

In summer, stop by Carroll Homestead during program hours to explore the grounds of an 1800s farm, play games, and hear family stories.

Carroll Homestead

A Friends of Acadia Summit Steward visits with two young hikers along a trail in the park.

Making Friends

Two young owls watch park visitors who are watching them near the Sieur de Monts Nature Center

Two Owls

Ride the fare-free Island Explorer to reduce congestion and avoid parking challenges. More at go.nps.gov/IslandExplorer

Island Explorer

Acadia strives to make its facilities, programs, and information accessible to people of all abilities. More at go.nps.gov/AcadiaAccessibility

Acadia National Park

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