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Wild Gardens of Acadia

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Wild Gardens of Acadia

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Wild Gardens of Acadia

Name: Wild Gardens of Acadia
Rating: 2

Recommended by 15 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Location: Hancock County, Maine, United States

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1. Dorr to Cadillac North Ridge and Gorge Path Loop — Acadia National Park

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2. Dorr Mountain to Cadillac Mountain Loop — Acadia National Park

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3. The Tarn to Dorr Mountain Summit loop — Acadia National Park

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Zachary

February 17, 2023

Wild Gardens of Acadia is a year-round outdoor botanical garden that exhibits flora from across Mount Desert Island. Pitcher plants, beach plums, and hundreds of other species are grouped by habitat labeled along several small, well-maintained walking trails. A magical stop for hikers of all ages and ability levels.

Hubert Trapp

November 8, 2024

In the early 20th century, Charles W. Eliot and George B. Dorr recognized the natural beauty of Mount Desert Island and the need to preserve it. Dorr purchased the Sieur de Monts Spring area in 1909 and named it the Wild Gardens of Acadia.
The current gardens were created in 1961 by dedicated volunteers. More than 400 native plant species can be seen. Divided into thirteen sections, they represent the natural plant communities of Acadia National Park.
The gardens are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
friendsofacadia.org/visiting-acadia/activities/wild-gardens-of-acadia/visitor-information

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Location: Hancock County, Maine, United States

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Wild Gardens of Acadia

1. Dorr to Cadillac North Ridge and Gorge Path Loop — Acadia National Park

2. Dorr Mountain to Cadillac Mountain Loop — Acadia National Park

3. The Tarn to Dorr Mountain Summit loop — Acadia National Park

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