Ranger Tales
Thunder Hole Ahead

Thunder Hole Ahead

The story

Your warning before the Thunder Hole lot, and how to tell if it's worth stopping today.

Check that tide you looked up. Thunder Hole, about a quarter mile ahead, is best one to two hours before high. Close to that, or a swell running? Stop. There's parking, restrooms, snacks and a gift shop. On a flat calm, keep rolling.

Photo: Christian Collins, CC BY-SA 2.0 · CC BY-SA 2.0

Good to know
Where is Thunder Hole Ahead?
Thunder Hole Ahead. Your warning before the Thunder Hole lot, and how to tell if it's worth stopping today.
Is there an audio tour of Thunder Hole Ahead?
Yes — Thunder Hole Ahead is a stop on the Acadia National Park: The Park Loop Road and Cadillac Mountain self-guided audio tour. The story plays automatically by GPS as you drive there, and works offline. Get the free Ranger Tales app on iPhone or Android.
🎧 Get the tour

Hear Thunder Hole Ahead's story on the drive

Download the tour, leave your phone in your pocket, and let it play itself as you go. Works offline.

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