National parks near Edgartown, Massachusetts
Acadia National Park is the closest national park to Edgartown, Massachusetts — 235 mi (379 km) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 6 hr 1 min behind the wheel.
Rocky Atlantic coast and forested hills on Mount Desert Island. Granite shoreline, carriage roads, and a few busy overlooks.
Nothing near Edgartown gates the entrance itself, but 2 of the parks in range put a road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket.
Edgartown has a population of about 4,306.
Acadia National Park
Kejimkujik National Park
Thousand Islands National Park
La Mauricie National Park
Fundy National Park
Shenandoah 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 Edgartown
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | 235 mi (379 km) | 6 hr 1 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kejimkujik National Park | 339 mi (546 km) | 8 hr 29 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Thousand Islands National Park | 343 mi (552 km) | 8 hr 34 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| La Mauricie National Park | 393 mi (633 km) | 9 hr 45 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Fundy National Park | 403 mi (648 km) | 9 hr 59 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Shenandoah National Park | 459 mi (739 km) | 11 hr 19 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 467 mi (751 km) | 11 hr 30 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Rouge National Park | 476 mi (766 km) | 11 hr 43 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 492 mi (791 km) | 12 hr 5 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 507 mi (816 km) | 12 hr 27 min | Worth a longer road trip |
What to book before you leave Edgartown
| Park | What needs booking | Covers | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | Cadillac Summit Road Vehicle Reservations | One road or area | Timed reservation |
| Shenandoah National Park | Old Rag Mountain Tickets | One road or area | Timed reservation |
Camping near Edgartown
Within reach of Edgartown, 8 campgrounds across 2 parks appear on Recreation.gov: 4 at Acadia National Park and 4 at Shenandoah 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 Edgartown
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 Edgartown?
Acadia National Park. It is about 235 mi (379 km) from Edgartown, roughly 6 hr 1 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Edgartown?
Not comfortably. The nearest parks are far enough that you will want at least one night away.
How many national parks are near Edgartown?
10 parks are within reach of Edgartown, and none of them are close enough for a day trip.
Do you need a reservation for the national parks near Edgartown?
None of them gate the entrance itself. 2 put a specific road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket — Cadillac Summit Road Vehicle Reservations at Acadia National Park and Old Rag Mountain Tickets at Shenandoah National Park. These requirements are usually seasonal, so check the date you plan to arrive.
Where can you camp near Edgartown?
Recreation.gov lists 8 campgrounds at the national parks within reach of Edgartown. They are spread across 2 of those parks.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Edgartown?
For Acadia National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.