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Ocean Path

Easy/Intermediate
 4.4 (66)
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  2. ME
  3. …Downeast Maine and Acadia
  4. Acadia National Park
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“A pleasant stroll past steep cliffs and rocky tide pools. ”

James Kaiser
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2.1

Miles

3.4

KM

Point to Point

105' 32 m

High

31' 9 m

Low

165' 50 m

Up

165' 50 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

12%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Leashed

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Family Friendly Tide pools near the end of the trail are great for kids.

Description

This leisurely trail starts from the Beehive Trail parking area. Just east of the Ocean Path is Otter Cliff, Acadia National Park's most popular rock climbing area. Stroll out towards the edge of the rocks and you'll probably catch a glimpse of rock climbers on the steep cliffs, waves crashing directly below. Head south along the Ocean Path and take in the open views of the Gulf of Maine. Look for the Schoodic Peninsula that lies to the east and the Cranberry Isles that lie to the south. Continue along the path until it starts to curve north at Otter Point. At low tide, this is a fantastic place to look for tide pools. Keep your eyes out for intertidal creatures such as crabs, dog whelks, and sea anemones.

Thanks to guidebook author and photographer, James Kaiser, for sharing this trail description. If youre interested in learning more details about great day hikes, weather, camping / lodging, and geology, check out his book: .

Flora & Fauna

The trail passes in and out of pine trees. Keep your eyes out for wildflowers in the spring and summer.

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Land Manager: NPS - Acadia National Park

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James Kaiser
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  4.4 from 66 votes

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Near Thunder Hole, Acadia National Park
Aug 25, 2015 near Bar Harbor, ME
Sand Beach, Acadia National Park, ME. with permission from E Koh
Jun 21, 2016 near Bar Harbor, ME
rockline
Mar 26, 2020 near Bar Harbor, ME
Climbing at Otter Cliff.
Jun 23, 2016 near Bar Harbor, ME
Scramble off the path to hear the thunder.
Oct 13, 2020 near Bar Harbor, ME
Otter Point, along the Ocean Path.
Mar 3, 2016 near Bar Harbor, ME

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May 27, 2023
Moayad Mar
May 13, 2023
Erin O'Nan
Went a mile in. This trail is good for finding paths that lead to the ocean where all the rocks are. More an easy walking path than a hiking trail 1mi
Oct 20, 2022
Asha Ewrse
4.4mi
Oct 16, 2022
DeAnna Boiani
Hiked along the cliff flats with the dogs 1mi
Oct 12, 2022
Jessica Genuario
Oct 5, 2022
Mark Tate
Oct 2, 2022
Roger Chesser
Sep 16, 2022
Audrie Trostle

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