Fee applies
Birding Cadillac Mountain
Acadia National Park
Enjoy excellent birding opportunities from Acadia's highest point. In the fall (late August-October), join park rangers and volunteers daily at the Cadillac Mountain Hawkwatch.
Rising 1,520 ft above the bold coast of Maine, stands Cadillac Mountain, the tallest point on the eastern seaboard. With the interactions of coastal winds and cooler summers, Cadillac Mountain provides alpine and sub-alpine habitat at an elevation 3000ft lower than other locations in Maine. This unique ecological interaction along with Cadillac’s position along the Atlantic flyway makes it an excellent place to spot a variety of birds.
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Fees
Although this activity is free, a park entrance pass is required for all areas from May 1 through October 31.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
The parking lots and portions of Cadillac Summit Loop are accessible. Extra caution is required if taking the North Ridge or South Ridge trails from the summit of Cadillac Mountain. There is an accessible restroom at the summit.
Pets
Yes — Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
Reservations
Yes — During certain times of year, a vehicle reservation will be required to access Cadillac Summit Road from dawn to dusk. See vehicle reservations for details.
Location
Cadillac Mountain