20 stunning photos from iconic Acadia hiking trails

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • July 22, 2026

There’s no such thing as a bad view in Acadia National Park. With more than 120 miles of hiking trails and 26 mountains to summit within the park, there are countless places to soak in the sights of Mount Desert Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding Maine coast. We’ve rounded up 20 photos that show just what awaits you on these iconic trails.

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