Isle au Haut, Maine
Top Spots in and near Isle au Haut
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Camden, Maine
Hike up to Maiden's Cliff
2 mi / 1000 ft gainWith a total elevation gain of 1000 feet in one mile to the top, the entire hike is uphill. The whole hike is within tree line until the very top, but there is a beautiful stream to hike next to for at least half. At the top, the view opens up to the Maiden's Cliff, and the view is spectacular. T...Read more -
Mount Desert, Maine
Relax at Little Hunters Beach
5.0Little Hunters Beach is a hidden gem in Acadia National Park. It’s the perfect place to get away from the crowds and listen to the crashing waves and the crackling of the cobblestones. You might be tempted to venture in to the water, but beware – cool waters and strong currents do not make this...Read more -
Mount Desert, Maine
Hike the Bubbles Divide Trail to Bubble Rock in Acadia NP
4.71.16 mi / 300 ft gainBubble Rock is a well-known natural wonder in Acadia National Park. This large boulder, which was carried by powerful glaciers, is resting precariously on the edge of the summit of South Bubble. Due to its fairly accessible location, it is a common stop for visitors to the park. The trail begi...Read more -
Mount Desert, Maine
Camp at Blackwoods Campground in Bar Harbor
5.0Blackwoods Campground is one of two campgrounds located within Acadia National Park. Since the park does not permit backcountry camping, options to stay outdoors in the actual park are limited to this campground and the Seawall Campground further south on Mt. Desert Island. There are places to ca...Read more -
Mount Desert, Maine
Off-season Camp at Blackwoods Campground
0.75 miWhen we saw that the weather in Acadia was going to be mid 40's and sunny in March, we decided we had to go. However, when you go in March there are a lot of different things about Acadia National Park that are helpful to know.First of all, it is recommended that you camp at Blackwoods Campground...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Otter Point
5.01.09 mi / 92 ft gainIf you only have an hour or so left to your day in Acadia, Otter Point offers some amazing views of the coastline, without being on a crowded beach. An easy mellow trail just inland from the shore allows you easy access to iconic places such as Otter Cliffs, Thunder Hole, and Monument Cove. Hike ...Read more -
Mount Desert, Maine
Otter Cliff
4.5Otter Cliff – not to be confused with Otter Point – is a popular stop along the Ocean Path trail in Acadia National Park. This 110-foot cliff is one of the highest coastal headlands in North America and is a prime spot for rock climbing. If you don’t have your own gear, there are climbing tours a...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Gorham Mountain Trail
4.71.64 mi / 525 ft gainGorham Mountain Trail is one of the relatively shorter and easy trails in Acadia National Park, and it's a perfect morning spot to catch a sunrise in Acadia (much less crowded than the highly-visited Cadillac Mountain). To access the trail head, you'll need to drive into the park and down the Pa...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Thunder Hole
3.80.17 mi / 29 ft gainA natural phenomenon caused by waves crashing into a narrow inlet, Thunder Hole is a sight worth seeing in Acadia National Park. As the waves rush in and out of the small cavern at the end of the inlet, the water collides with trapped air, creating a loud thunderous sound. The splash of the wat...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Explore Cadillac Mountain
4.80.35 miSeeing the sunrise on top of Cadillac Mountain is an absolute must when in Acadia National Park. Not only is it awesome to catch the first sunrise in the U.S., but the views from Cadillac Mountain are unparalleled. At 1,532 feet, Cadillac Mountain is the highest point along the North Atlantic sea...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Ocean Path and Gorham Mountain Loop Trail
5.03.14 mi / 692 ft gainOcean Path and Gorham Mountain Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Bar Harbor, Maine.Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Hike the Great Head Trail in Acadia NP
5.01.9 mi / 275 ft gainTo begin the Great Head Trail hike, you'll want to park at the parking lot for Sand Beach located on the Park Loop Road. From the parking lot, you will cross the beach entirely, which is a nice morning walk in itself, especially on the foggy days Acadia is famous for. When you reach the end of t...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Relax at Sand Beach, Acadia National Park
4.5Sand Beach is located off the Park Loop Road on the east side of Mt. Desert Island. Signs for the beach will make it difficult to miss. Once there you can park your car and walk down some steps to the beach. There are restrooms and changing areas close by. On the beach you will be able to la...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Hike the Beehive Trail, Acadia National Park
4.91.35 mi / 512 ft gainThis 1.6 mile round trip trail starts with a moderate grade as you leave the sand beach parking area. After a half a mile you will see a rock pile and you have the option of heading strait for the slower sloping (but less views) trail ahead of you or you can turn to the right and see the steep tr...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Hike to The Bowl in Acadia NP
4.51.24 mi / 350 ft gainThe Bowl is a small pond nestled in the mountains of Acadia National Park. Although it is a great way to relax after completing the challenging Beehive Trail, it can also be reached via a less strenuous out-and-back hike that is just under 1.5 miles. The trailhead is located on Park Loop Road, ...Read more -
Bar Harbor, Maine
Summit Dorr Mountain via the Ladder Trail
5.03.6 mi / 1100 ft gainTo find the trail head, drive out of Bar Harbor down Route 3. There are no signs for the trailhead or for parking, so as soon as you pass Tarn Lake on the right, you can pull off and park on the side of the road. Elevation on the ladder trail starts immediately and doesn't let up until you reach...Read more