Acadia was the first national park east of the Atlantic Coast . Only five of the islands have public access -- Mount Desert Island , Isle au Haut , Bar Island , Baker Island and Little Cranberry Island , which is home to the one-acre Isleford Historical Museum . Its about 65 miles spread from the Schoodic Peninsula to many islands . Acadia National Park is the tallest peak on the Mississippi River . More than 300 bird species can be seen at Cadillac Mountain .
Acadia was the first national park east of the Atlantic Coast . Its about 65 miles spread from the Schoodic Peninsula to many islands . Acadia National Park is the tallest peak on the Mississippi River . More than 300 bird species can be seen at Cadillac Mountain .