National parks near Kingfield, Maine: Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park is the closest national park to Kingfield, Maine — 104 mi (168 km) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 2 hr 55 min behind the wheel.
Rocky Atlantic coast and forested hills on Mount Desert Island. Granite shoreline, carriage roads, and a few busy overlooks.
Acadia National Park makes a full day trip — leave early. La Mauricie National Park is better with a night booked nearby.
Nothing near Kingfield gates the entrance itself, but Acadia National Park puts a road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket.
Kingfield has a population of about 1,147.
Acadia National Park
La Mauricie National Park
Kejimkujik National Park
Fundy National Park
Kouchibouguac National Park
Thousand Islands National Park
Best time to visit Acadia National Park. Getting to Acadia National Park. Camping at Acadia National Park. Permits for Acadia National Park. Timed entry and tours at Acadia National Park.
National parks near Kingfield
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | 104 mi (168 km) | 2 hr 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| La Mauricie National Park | 186 mi (299 km) | 4 hr 51 min | Best as a weekend |
| Kejimkujik National Park | 245 mi (395 km) | 6 hr 16 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Fundy National Park | 257 mi (413 km) | 6 hr 32 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 281 mi (453 km) | 7 hr 7 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Thousand Islands National Park | 288 mi (463 km) | 7 hr 16 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 327 mi (527 km) | 8 hr 12 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 356 mi (573 km) | 8 hr 52 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Forillon National Park | 386 mi (621 km) | 9 hr 35 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Rouge National Park | 453 mi (729 km) | 11 hr 10 min | Worth a longer road trip |
What to book before you leave Kingfield
| Park | What needs booking | Covers | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | Cadillac Summit Road Vehicle Reservations | One road or area | Timed reservation |
Camping near Kingfield
Within reach of Kingfield, 4 campgrounds across 1 park appear on Recreation.gov: 4 at Acadia National Park.
Recreation.gov releases most national park campsites six months before the arrival date, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. Windows are set per campground, so confirm yours on the Seasons and Fees tab on that campground page.
Once a date is gone, cancellations are the real supply, and they get taken within minutes of appearing.
When to make this trip
Acadia National Park is generally best May through October, with April and early November as the quieter shoulder either side.
Winter brings cold, shorter days, and reduced services, though lower-elevation trails often stay walkable.
Peak summer weekends and autumn colour weekends fill parking lots early — arrive before mid-morning.
Planning a trip from Kingfield
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
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Common questions
What is the closest national park to Kingfield?
Acadia National Park. It is about 104 mi (168 km) from Kingfield, roughly 2 hr 55 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Kingfield?
Yes — Acadia National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Kingfield?
10 parks are within reach of Kingfield, and 1 of them is close enough for a day trip.
Do you need a reservation for the national parks near Kingfield?
None of them gate the entrance itself. Acadia National Park puts a specific road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket — Cadillac Summit Road Vehicle Reservations at Acadia National Park. These requirements are usually seasonal, so check the date you plan to arrive.
Where can you camp near Kingfield?
Recreation.gov lists 4 campgrounds at the national parks within reach of Kingfield. All of them are at Acadia National Park.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Kingfield?
For Acadia National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.