When the nice weather hits New England, locals and tourists alike seek out the best camping sites with the most magnificent views.  Architectural Digest has named Acadia National Park in the Top 10 in the World.

You may know by now that I grew up in New Hampshire.  I always thought it was a beautiful state.  We have the beach, the mountains and the woods, all rolled up in one little state.

Then I lived in Maine for a few years.  Maine has all that the 603 has and so much more.

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Don't get me wrong, I love New Hampshire to my core, but there is something the air in Maine, something in the Mountains of Maine that once it gets under your skin, it is never letting go.

Acadia National Park in Maine is Stunning

My family and I have gone hiking in Acadia several time and each time I go, I swear I'm never leaving again.  It is breathtaking.

We have climbed Cadillac Mountain, hiked the Jordan Pond Loop and lounged on Sand Beach.

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There are so many Instagram ready backdrops in Acadia, you won't know which ones to post and which not to.  In the end, post them all.  No one will mind.

You Can Not Overnight Camp in Acadia

Unfortunately, you will have to find another home for the night if you hike Acadia's trails.  Bar Harbor, just next door, has many places for you to stay overnight, but it's not allowed in the park itself.

Architectural Digest ranked Acadia National Park 7th in the World for the "Best Camping Sites with Stunning Views of Nature."

I could not agree more

The 10 Most Popular Hikes in Maine's Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park is one of the true gems, not just in Maine, but in America. It also has a wealth of wonderful hiking trails ready to be explored. Here are the 10 most popular, according to the hiking website All Trails.

LOOK: The Beauty of Acadia National Park Comes Alive in These Magical Photos

Photos can’t fully capture the beauty of Maine’s Acadia National Park, but the ones below showcase its stunning variety — from dramatic rocky shores to serene sandy beaches and enchanting forests.

Gallery Credit: Stephen Lenz

 

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