Cadillac Mountain is the largest and tallest mountain in Acadia National Park. We went to the ranger station and figured out our route. We also learned from the ranger that Acadia National Park is the most visited national park and the visitors are the most dense of all parks. There are buses that go all around the park in an effort to cut down on the traffic within the park. We found the parking lot and started our trek. It's a strenuous hike to the top of the mountain, but you're constantly rewarded by beautiful views of the harbor below. Along the way, we found Maine blueberries - very plentiful, small and tasty! At the top of the mountain is the Cadillac Summit Loop. This is a VERY popular route. There were lots of people at the top that either arrived by hiking or by the buses. It's also important to say that the hike down the mountain is just as hard. It can be tough on your knees when the descent is as steep as this mountain.
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| Scotty's phone died at the top of the summit so this map only shows our route up. It took as long coming down - it's always just as hard hiking down a steep path as it's hard on your knees. |
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