First sunrise in the continental US — Cadillac Mountain summit 15 minutes from camp
Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
First sunrise in America — 0.5 miles from the Atlantic
Bar Harbor, ME4.5 (1920)295 ft
The main campground in Acadia National Park, set in dense spruce-fir forest half a mile from the Atlantic Ocean. Bike to Sand Beach, hike Cadillac Mountain, or drive up before sunrise for the first sunrise in the continental United States. One of the most accessible national park campgrounds in the Northeast.
Best For
HikersCyclistsFamiliesPhotographersNature LoversFirst-timers
Site Types
TentRV (no hookups)
Amenities
Flush Toilets
Drinking Water
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Dump Station
Camp Store
Showers (seasonal)
Check-in
12:00 PM
Check-out
11:00 AM
Season
May–Oct
Max/site
6 people
Known Issues
No hookups — RVs limited to 35ft. No cell service in campground. Fog and rain common even in summer. Bar Harbor crowds are intense July–August. Park entrance fee required ($35/vehicle/week).
Cancellation Policy
Recreation.gov standard policy applies.