The road down from Cadillac Summit to Park Loop Road has multiple viewpoints for Eagle Lake. We pulled over at a couple of them to take photos.
Cadillac Summit Road offers a three-mile drive on a narrow and windy two-lane road to the 1,530-foot summit of Cadillac Mountain. This highest peak in the Acadia National Park is a popular spot for watching sunrise. Along the road, there are several scenic pullouts to enjoy the view. Sunrise times range from 4:45 am in mid-June to 6:15 am in mid-October.
Parking is available in two locations at the summit, where restrooms, a gift shop, and scenic overlooks connected by paved walks can be found. The Blue Hill Overlook parking area is 1/4-mile before the summit and offers the best sunset views. The Cadillac Summit parking area is arranged in a loop and offers the best sunrise views.
Vehicle reservations are required for Cadillac Summit Road during the peak season from May 26 through October 19. Vehicle reservations are not required for any other areas of the park, or for visitors who enter the area by foot, bike, or taxi. Vehicle reservations cost $6 and are sold online in advance at Recreation.gov. They are not available for purchase at the park.
The road down from Cadillac Summit to Park Loop Road has multiple viewpoints for Eagle Lake. We pulled over at a couple of them to take photos.