In the end, Rockefeller spent a total of $3.5 million and donated 10,000 additional acres. National ... Island became a national park. It was eventually named Acadia, the French word for "heaven ...

Acadia National Park offers stunning views and outdoor activities ... There are roughly 200 acres of preserved wilderness on the park grounds. Besides beautiful beaches, visitors can spend time ...

Acadia National Park is considered a jewel of the Northeast. It welcomes millions of visitors each year to explore its nearly 50,000 acres, which include 158 miles of trails, 45 ...

The village and town dock are on the northern end, and the park occupies 2,900 acres on the southern end ... Desert Island (where the majority of Acadia's attractions are), allow at least two ...