Cadillac Mountain
The highest peak on the Atlantic coast of the United States, where in autumn and winter you can see the first sunrise in the country, with views over Bar Harbor and the islands.
Cadillac Mountain rises about 466 m and is the highest point on the US East Coast. Its pink granite summit overlooks Bar Harbor, Frenchman Bay and the scattered Porcupine Islands. From October 7 to March 6 each year, this is the first place in the US to see the sunrise. From about late May to late October, drivers heading up the summit road must reserve a vehicle time slot on Recreation.gov, as sunrise slots are highly sought after. Alternatively, you can hike to the top via the North Ridge or South Ridge trail. The summit has a loop trail and shops.
Opening hours
Summit road open all day (closed in winter); reservations required in peak season
Nearby sights
- Sieur de Monts & Wild Gardens of Acadia
- Acadia Carriage Roads
- Bubble Rock
- Jordan Pond
- Precipice Trail
- Abbe Museum
- Gorham Mountain
- Beehive Trail