Acadia · October
Acadia in October
October is a busy time to visit Acadia — quieter than September, busier than November.
Expect heavy crowds (7/10), highs near 59°F, about 11 hours of daylight, and 3 seasonal closures in effect.
Crowd score
How busy it gets
Approaching peak season — expect full lots by mid-morning and busy overlooks.
About 69% of this park's busiest month.
Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025
Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Oct 2026 · alerts checked Oct 18, 2026. How this is calculated →
Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe
Visitation
Typical October visits vs. the year
October draws about 13% of Acadia’s yearly visitors.
Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.
Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025
Weather
October weather
- Avg high
- 59°F
- Avg low
- 41°F
- Precipitation
- 4.6"
- Sunrise
- 5:48 AM
- Sunset
- 4:48 PM
- Daylight
- 11h
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Bar Harbor
This week
7-day forecast for Acadia
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Precip chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 18 | Clear | 46°F | 28°F | 0% |
| Mon 19 | Overcast | 50°F | 40°F | 0% |
| Tue 20 | Overcast | 53°F | 37°F | 0% |
| Wed 21 | Clear | 48°F | 32°F | 2% |
| Thu 22 | Overcast | 55°F | 33°F | 5% |
| Fri 23 | Clear | 47°F | 32°F | 6% |
| Sat 24 | Overcast | 49°F | 28°F | 2% |
Forecast data by Open-Meteo
Source: Open-Meteo
What's open
Acadia in October: access
Open 24 hours; Park Loop Road closed Dec 1 to mid-Apr; Cadillac reservations in season
Seasonal closures may apply:
- Park Closure
Southern Section of Ocean Path Closed for Repairs
Starting Aug 31, a section of Ocean Path will be closed for repairs from a trailhead across from the Otter Point parking lot to the trail's southern terminus.
- Park Closure
Schoodic Mountain Road Closed for Repairs
Starting Aug 31, the Schoodic Mountain Road will be closed for repairs from Schoodic Loop Road to the summit of Schoodic Head. Workers will be operating heavy equipment for resurfacing, regrading and ditching.
- Park Closure
Eastern Section of Beech Mountain Loop Trail Closed for Repairs
Starting Sept 21, the eastern section of the Beech Mountain Loop Trail will be closed for repairs from a junction just beyond the parking lot to just below the summit at the fire tower. Three alternate routes to the summit are available: the outer loop of the Beech Mountain Loop Trail, Beech South Ridge Trail and Beech West Ridge Trail.
Source: NPS Data API
Conditions
Current alerts
No additional active alerts or warnings reported for this park.
Source: NPS Data API
Context
Acadia crowds across the year
FAQ
Acadia in October
How busy is Acadia in October?
October rates 7/10 for crowds (Busy) at Acadia National Park — about 69% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 500,609.
What is the weather like at Acadia in October?
In October, Acadia averages a high of 59°F and a low of 41°F, with about 4.6 inches of precipitation.
How much does it cost to visit Acadia?
Entrance to Acadia costs $35 ($35 per private vehicle, valid 7 days).
When is Acadia least crowded?
Acadia is quietest in January and February. If your dates are flexible, those months bring the thinnest crowds of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Acadia get in October?
In mid-October, Acadia gets about 11 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 5:48 AM and sunset around 4:48 PM.