Hawk Watch

Park Event · Acadia National Park · Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Drop by anytime during program hours to learn about the phenomena of fall raptor migration, other lesser known migrants, and raptor identification.

Wear warm clothes, and bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. May be adjusted or cancelled due to heavy rain or other adverse weather conditions.

Follow the Cadillac North Ridge Trail from the east parking lot at the summit, 200 yards down to an overlook.

Need to Know

A Cadillac Summit Road vehicle reservation is required to drive to this location. Visit recreation.gov to reserve one ticket per vehicle. You may purchase a ticket for any time slot during program hours.

Terrain on the trail to access the program site is very uneven with rocks and roots in the path. Please be prepared for these conditions if attending.

The latest migration data can be followed at: https://hawkcount.org/month_summary.php?rsite=280&go=Go+to+site

Source: National Park Service (public domain).