Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island Sights
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Cadillac Mountain
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At 1,530 feet, this is one of the first places in the United States to see the sun's rays at break of day. It is the highest mountain on the eastern seaboard north of Brazil. Dozens of visitors make the trek to see the sunrise or, for those less inclined to get up so early, sunset. From the smooth summit you have an awesome 360-degree view of the jagged coastline that runs around the island. A small gift shop and some restrooms are the only structures at the top. The road up the mountain is closed from December through April. 14.
- Address: Acadia National Park, ME | Map It
- Location: Acadia National Park
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