Acadia was the first national park east of the Mississippi River . Its 47,000 acres spread from the Schoodic River to many lakes . The new day 's light slowly envelops the landscape , creating a kaleidoscope of colors that is perfectly reminiscent of a desert Southwest sunset . Cadillac Mountain is the tallest peak on the Atlantic Coast . More than 200 bird species can be found at Acadia National Park .
Acadia was the first national park east of the Mississippi River . Its 47,000 acres spread from the Schoodic River to many lakes . Cadillac Mountain is the tallest peak on the Atlantic Coast . More than 200 bird species can be found at Acadia National Park .