2.4 km away
Beech and Canada Cliffs
An "iron rung" loop reserved for adventurous hikers without a fear of heights.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 197 m
- Descent
- 197 m
Flying Mountain - Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park
An easy hike to a small beach at low tide on Acadia's quiet side
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 114 m
- Descent
- 114 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 0 m
- High Point
- 80 m
- Gradient
- 9˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between May and October. From a low point of 0 m to the maximum altitude of 80 m, the route covers 2.4 km, 114 vertical metres of ascent and 114 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Flying Mountain is an easy hike with minimal elevation gain. The trail leads to a small beach that you can walk around on at low tide. For more info, visit: http://www.ericsturgeon.com/blog/flying-mountain-trail-acadia/
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Family friendly
Similar routes nearby
2.8 km away
Acadia Mountain, St. Sauveur, and Valley Peak Loop
A classic Acadia hike with 3 summits and plenty of views.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 7.2 km
- Ascent
- 429 m
- Descent
- 430 m
5.5 km away
Jordan Cliffs Loop
A challenging and incredibly scenic day hike with "iron rungs and ladders" along Jordan Cliffs and Penobscot Mountain.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 5.8 km
- Ascent
- 366 m
- Descent
- 366 m
7 km away
Bubbles Nubble Loop
A circuit including North Bubble, South Bubble, and Conners Nubble - with impressive views from each.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 6.7 km
- Ascent
- 288 m
- Descent
- 288 m
7.3 km away
Wonderland Trail
An easy, family-friendly hike with endless opportunities to explore a coastal outcropping.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.2 km
- Ascent
- 27 m
- Descent
- 27 m
7.6 km away
Ship Harbor Trail
A short, family-friendly hike with spectacular coastal views, birding opportunities, and unique granite outcroppings.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 29 m
- Descent
- 29 m
9.4 km away
Cadillac Mountain Summit Loop
A short summit hike atop the highest peak in Acadia National Park.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 614 m
- Ascent
- 23 m
- Descent
- 23 m
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Guidebooks in this area
13 routes · Hiking
Granite Peaks & Foggy Bays—Classic Hikes in Acadia NP
4 routes · Hiking
Top 4 Iron Rung Hikes in Acadia National Park
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