Beech Mountain Trail
Trail
1.2 mile
1.9 kilometer
loop
Singletrack
Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
353'
108 m
Descent: -353' -107 m
High: 829' 253 m
Low: 477' 145 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 11% (6°)
Max Grade: 32% (18°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
Current trail conditions
Unknown
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“This short loop hike offers great views of western Mount Desert Island with minimal hiking.”
— James Kaiser
Features
Fall Colors · Lake · Views
Family Friendly A relatively easy hike on a mountaintop with great views.
Overview
Description
Just past the trailhead the trail forks. Head right and you'll pass great views of Long Pond before ending up at the 839-foot summit of Beech Mountain. Notice the Beech Mountain Observation Tower, which was once used as a fire lookout but is now closed to the public. After enjoying views of the Cranberry Isles from the summit, continue along the trail as it loops back to the parking area.
Thanks to guidebook author and photographer, James Kaiser, for sharing this trail description. To learn more about visiting Acadia, check out his Guide to Acadia National Park.
Contacts
Land Manager: NPS - Acadia National Park
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