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Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour with Cadillac Mountain and Bar Harbor Views
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Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour with Cadillac Mountain and Bar Harbor Views

by Travel With Action

2 hours
Bar Harbor Mount Desert Island
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Friday 11 September 2026
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Overview

This self-guided audio tour covers Acadia National Park's main sights, including Cadillac Mountain, Bar Harbor, and scenic coastal drives. The tour lasts about 2 to 3 hours and uses a downloadable app that plays location-based stories as you drive. It starts at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center and follows the Park Loop Road, highlighting points like Sieur de Monts Spring, Thunder Hole, Monument Cove, Otter Cliff, and several glacial ponds. Along the way, the narration explains local history, natural features, and trails, including options for hiking Cadillac Mountain or taking the Ocean Path Trail. The app works offline after downloading, which is essential due to limited cell signal in the park. It provides directions and audio stories automatically, allowing users to pause or explore at their own pace. This tour requires no guide or group, only one tour purchase per car is needed. It includes the full route and stops but does not cover entrance fees or park passes, which must be arranged separately. The tour also features recommendations for detours, such as the Precipice Trail and the Rockefeller carriage roads. The audio guide is compatible with smartphones and can connect to car stereo systems via Bluetooth or AUX. It offers lifetime access with no expiration, allowing use on multiple visits. Before arrival, users should download the app and tour content while connected to WiFi or cellular data. The tour does not include park entry or summit reservations, so these must be booked in advance if desired.

Highlights

Self-guided driving tour lasting about 2-3 hours
Audio guide with offline maps and location-triggered stories
Covers Cadillac Mountain, Park Loop Road, and Bar Harbor
Includes legends, nature, and history narration
Flexible pace with pause and resume options
Lifetime access with no expiration

What's included

Download the Action Tour Guide App directly to a mobile device.
The price is per vehicle, not per individual, making it less expensive than bus or guided tours.
Hear detailed stories and historical facts for an informative experience.
Audio tours cover Hulls Cove, Cadillac Mountain, and include the Ocean Path walking route.
A well-recorded narrator provides the audio, supported by numerous positive reviews.
Maps function offline, so no cellular or wifi connection is needed.
The route and stops cover all key points without omissions.
Users can begin at any time, pause as needed, and take breaks freely for snacks or photos.
Audio plays automatically based on location, allowing for hands-free use.

What's not included

Park entrance fees
National park passes

Itinerary

1

Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park combines rugged Atlantic coastline, rocky beaches, and mountain scenery. Visitors can watch the sunrise from Cadillac Mountain. This stop reminds users that an admission ticket is not included. The tour grants lifetime access without expiry.

2

Hulls Cove Visitor Center

The tour begins at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center, where users learn about Acadia's forests and the reasons behind the vibrant fall foliage.

3

Acadia National Park

Hike Cadillac Mountain, the tallest peak on the East Coast, for views over Acadia National Park. Explore Rockefeller Jr.'s carriage roads, which are popular for biking and hiking along ocean cliffs. The full tour is over 22 miles long, includes more than 36 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.

4

Park Loop Road

The driving route follows Acadia's Park Loop Road, circling the park and ending at Cadillac Mountain's summit. Entrance tickets are not included.

5

Sieur de Monts Spring

This spring is historically important to Acadia National Park, considered a symbolic birthplace over 100 years ago. Entrance fees are not included.

6

Cadillac Mountain

Cadillac Mountain Overlook offers mountain views and includes garden and patio areas. It is located about 5.6 miles from Agamont Park.

7

Frenchman Bay Overlook

Viewpoint overlooking Bar Harbor’s Frenchman Bay, where Egg Rock Lighthouse can be seen on a small island. Entrance fees are not included.

8

Precipice Trail

The Precipice Trail climbs the east face of Champlain Mountain and is the most challenging hiking trail in Acadia National Park, taking about one hour.

60 min

9

Schooner Head Overlook

Located just outside Acadia on Mount Desert Island’s east side, Schooner Head Overlook can be reached from Bar Harbor without entering the park via Schooner Head Road or the Park Loop Road near Sand Beach. Visit takes about 20 minutes.

20 min

10

Ocean Path Trail

An alternative hiking route with gentle inclines, offering a less steep option than the Precipice Trail. Entrance fees are not included.

11

Sand Beach

A small 290-yard-long beach known for its natural history, including a greenish tint to the sand caused by sea urchins. Entrance fees are not included.

12

Old Soaker

A coastal rock formation where waves crash and spray water upward. Entrance fees are not included.

13

Thunder Hole

A natural rock inlet where ocean waves create a loud booming sound. Entrance fees are not included.

14

Monument Cove

A granite formation shaped by water and time into a 20-foot tall pillar resembling a sculpture. Entrance fees are not included.

15

Gorham Mountain

A mountain rising beside the Park Loop Road featuring a steep trail with a false summit and a real summit, both offering views of the landscape. Entrance fees are not included.

16

Pebble Beach

A beach covered in large smooth, egg-shaped stones formed by ocean waves. Entrance fees are not included.

17

Otter Cliff

A cliff with a steep 110-foot drop into the Atlantic Ocean, located near Otter Cove. Entrance fees are not included.

18

Cobblestone Beach

A recommended hiking destination on Mount Desert Island featuring a cobblestone beach.

19

Rockefeller Carriage Roads

Over 45 miles of carriage roads built between 1913 and 1940 by John D. Rockefeller Jr., featuring forest and lakeside scenery, stone bridges, and accessible to bikers, hikers, and horse riders. Visit takes about 20 minutes.

20 min

20

Jordan Pond

A glacially carved pond formed 20,000 years ago, with nearby restaurant views. Entrance fees are not included.

21

Bubble Pond

Another glacial remnant formed by an ancient ice sheet descending from the Arctic. Entrance fees are not included.

22

Eagle Lake Acadia National Park

A lake that provides water for Bar Harbor and food for local birds. Entrance fees are not included.

23

Cadillac Mountain Summit Drive

The final drive to Cadillac Mountain summit, offering unmatched views. Entrance fees are not included.

5 min

24

Beaver Dam Pond

A quiet spot along the Park Loop Road with wooded surroundings. The full tour covers over 22 miles and takes 2 to 3 hours. Lifetime access is included.

60 min

Meeting point

Start at the Cadillac Mountain Summit parking lot, 707 Cadillac Summit Rd. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. Audio plays automatically—check your email/text for details.

End point

Start at the Cadillac Mountain Summit parking lot, 707 Cadillac Summit Rd. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. Audio plays automatically—check your email/text for details.

Languages

German (audio)English (audio)Italian (audio)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
After booking, users receive setup instructions and a password by email and text to download the tour app by Action. The tour must be downloaded while connected to WiFi or cellular. It works offline afterward.
To start, open the Action audio tour app onsite, select the tour matching your starting point and direction if multiple versions exist.
No guide meets guests at the start. The tour is self-guided; audio begins automatically at the first story point and continues with location-triggered playback. Follow the designated route and speed limits for best results. Contact support for audio issues.
Only one tour purchase is necessary per vehicle for all passengers.
From January 1, 2026, international and non-U.S. resident visitors aged 16 or older must pay an additional nonresident fee unless covered by an eligible annual pass. Check current park fee details before visiting.
The tour purchase grants lifetime access with no expiration and can be used on any trip, any day, multiple times.
The audio tour does not include park entrance fees, Cadillac Mountain summit access, Jordan Pond dining, or Bar Island low tide schedules; book these separately.
Connect your phone to your car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. Headphones are recommended for walking sections. The app supports Apple CarPlay with navigation features coming soon and will support Android Auto in the future.
The tour requires a supported mobile device: iPhone with iOS 15 or later, Android device with Android 9 or later, or GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular service.
Users can start, pause, and resume the tour at any time, take breaks, skip sections, and explore bonus content at their own pace.
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