It was from this social strata that George B. Dorr came. He devoted 43 years of his life, energy, and family fortune to preserving the Acadian landscape. In 1916, Sieur de Monts National Monument was created with 6,000 acres of land donated by individual landowners. In 1919, it became Lafayette National Park, the first national park east of the Mississippi River. In 1929, the name was changed to Acadia National Park.
Winters are very cold and snowy.
Always be prepared for cool weather, dress in layers. Visitor center audio visual presentation every half hour. See details below. Open year-round with varying facilities and prices. Other types of lodging in nearby towns.