ModerateCore routeAcadia National Park · ME
Ocean Path
- Distance
- 4.4 mi
- Gain
- Unknown
- Time
- 2–3 hours
- Route
- Out & Back
- Parking
- Start at the upper Sand Beach parking area on Park Loop Road or use the Island Explorer when operating.
- Permit
- No
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National Park · ME
Acadia brings ocean cliffs, granite summits, carriage roads, and compact trail networks together on the Maine coast.

Plan the land, not only the trail
Fees & passes
A national park entrance pass is required in the main park areas.
Reservations
Cadillac Summit Road requires a separate vehicle reservation during its operating season.
Parking
Park Loop Road lots fill early; the seasonal Island Explorer reduces parking pressure.
Roads
Some park roads close seasonally or temporarily for weather and maintenance.
Pets
Leashed pets are allowed on many, but not all, trails and carriage roads.
Accessibility
Accessible carriage-road segments, overlooks, and visitor services are available.
Camping
Park campgrounds operate seasonally and require advance reservations.
Visitor center
Hulls Cove Visitor Center is the main seasonal orientation point.
Stay nearby
Acadia National Park
Developed campground · Seasonal operating dates; check the current park campground page before travel.
Acadia National Park
Developed campground · Seasonal operating dates; check the current park campground page before travel.