Prospect
Prospect is a quiet outpost near Acadia; gas hours vary, bring cash, and plan for early closures.
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Gateway Towns
Compare the towns that can serve as a base for your visit, then open a guide for drive times, services, lodging and local planning details.
36 gateway towns Showing 25–36
Seal Cove
Seal Cove: a quiet coastal outpost on Mount Desert Island with shelf-stable evenings and limited services. Kitchens close around 9pm.
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Steuben
Quiet outpost with a fishing past; expect limited dining and early kitchens. Gas up before you head toward Acadia.
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Stockton Springs
Stockton Springs: quiet coastal base, 40-50 miles to Acadia; plan gas and groceries.
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Stonington
Sleepy coastal working town with a lobster fleet; plan gas and parking ahead for Acadia.
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Sullivan
Quiet Sullivan, a practical outpost near Acadia. Gas stations close in the evening; bring cash.
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Surry
Quiet Surry base near Acadia. Refuel in Ellsworth; plan dinners early—kitchens fade after 9.
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Trenton
Gateway to Acadia with gas, groceries, and lodging in town; park entrance 15–20 minutes away; kitchens fade after 9.
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Winter Harbor
Quiet Down East fishing village; fuel up in Ellsworth; Schoodic access via Island Explorer.
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