Embark on a journey through the stunning landscapes of Acadia National Park with our free mobile guide — your all-in-one companion for one of America's most beloved national parks. Whether you're planning your trip from home or navigating rugged trails in real time, our app adapts to your pace and style. From the majestic summit of Cadillac Mountain to the serene shores of Jordan Pond, the pink granite coastline of the Schoodic Peninsula, and the charming streets of Bar Harbor, everything you need is right at your fingertips.
GPS MAPS & REAL-TIME SHUTTLE TRACKER
- Interactive GPS maps with live location tracking — find trails, summits, beaches, ranger stations, restrooms, and services at a glance
- Real-time park shuttle locator shows exactly where every Island Explorer bus is right now, so you're never left waiting or guessing at the stop
- Filter your map by trail type, activity, facility type, accessibility, and more
- Offline-capable map data so you're covered even in low-signal areas of the park
HIKE TRACKING
- Track your hike live with GPS — record your route, distance, pace, and elevation gain as you go
- Review completed hikes with full stats and a saved route map in your profile
- Log every trail, summit, and shoreline you've explored across all your Acadia visits
- Bookmark your favorite spots to revisit on your next trip
PROFILES, FRIENDS & GROUPS
- Create a personal profile and connect with fellow park visitors and friends
- Build Groups for your hiking crew, family trip, or travel party to share your GPS pin location on the park map in real-time!
- See where friends have hiked and explored, and coordinate your visit together
- Friends and Groups power the full collaborative trip planning experience
TRIP PLANNER & COLLABORATIVE ITINERARIES
- Build a personalized day-by-day itinerary from 29 trip interests: hiking, wildlife watching, photography, stargazing, cycling, sea kayaking, family activities, and more
- Smart, location-aware recommendations suggest the best stops for your style, schedule, and where you already are in the park
- Share your plan with friends and co-edit in real time — collaborators can add stops, adjust timing, and leave comments on individual points of interest so everyone stays aligned
ID NATURE — POWERED BY iNATURALIST & BIRDNET
- Point your camera at any plant, animal, mushroom, or fungi for an instant species ID via iNaturalist
- Record a bird call and identify it from 6,500+ species using on-device BirdNET — works completely offline, no cell signal needed
FIELD JOURNAL
- Save your sightings to your personal Field Journal with photo and species details
- Browse and filter discoveries by category: birds, plants, mammals, fungi, and more
- Build a personal natural history record across every Acadia visit
MORE FEATURES
- 135 detailed trail guides with length, difficulty, elevation profiles, scenic viewpoints, and nearby attractions
- Local restaurants and amenities around Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor
- Real-time park alerts: trail conditions, road closures, weather advisories, and emergency notifications
- Booking access: park passes, Cadillac Mountain sunrise permits, Jordan Pond House reservations, and ferry tickets
- Full facility finder: restrooms, campgrounds, picnic areas, and visitor centers
- Shuttle & ferry routes: detailed schedules, interactive route maps, and real-time Island Explorer tracking
- Event calendar: ranger-led programs, guided hikes, and educational talks
- Local Weather and Tides for multiple park and area locations
Join thousands of visitors who call our guide their essential Acadia companion. Download free today — your next adventure starts here.
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