Maine Drives - The Acadia Byway

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The Acadia Byway information and facts

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The Acadia Byway meanders along the rocky shores of Maine. A series of small coastal fishing towns are revealed along the way as the fog lifts from the ocean spray. And a cluster of lobster buoys dance on the tide as the water slaps against cliffs. This picturesqe drive will confirm every good thing you've ever heard about Maine's amazing coastline. Bring a camera and a lobster-bib.

Location of The Acadia Byway: The eastern coastline of Maine

Length of drive: 40 miles (64.4 km)

Suggested driving time: 3-4 hours

Best time of year for visiting: Year round

Nearby Attractions and points of interest: Abbe Museum; Acadia National Park; Acadia National Park Carriage Roads; Bracy Cove and Long Pond;Champlain & Dorr Mountains, the Tarn & Wetlands; Fields & Wildflowers (Bar Harbour); Great & Little Cranberry Island; Hamilton Pond; Hulls Cove; Mount Desert

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