59 m away
Beehive Trail
The easiest "rung and ladder" trail known for its stunning views and cliffside exposure.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Ascent
- 169 m
- Descent
- 169 m
Gorham Mountain - Acadia National Park
A very nice loop hike with classic Acadia National Park scenery
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 159 m
- Descent
- 160 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 7 m
- High Point
- 152 m
- Gradient
- 6˚
In this loop, you'll start near Sand Beach, cross the street and make your way up the small mountain.
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Description
For an extra challenge, you can add-on the thrilling <a href="http://www.ericsturgeon.com/blog/beehive-loop-hike-acadia-national-park/">beehive loop</a> on your ascent.
At the peak of Gorham Mountain, you'll have a beautiful view of the ocean and Sand Beach below.
After gradually descending the mountain, you'll walk along the ocean path which follows the road on your back to the car or shuttle.
For more info and photos of my hike, please visit my blog: <a href="http://www.ericsturgeon.com/blog/acadia-gorham-mountain-ocean-path-hike/">Gorham Mountain Trail Guide - Eric's Maine Life</a>
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Water features
- Family friendly
Similar routes nearby
650 m away
Great Head Trail
A scenic coastal hike with expansive views and the ruins of a historic tea house.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Ascent
- 75 m
- Descent
- 75 m
1.6 km away
Gorham Mountain Loop
A summit loop over Gorham Mountain known for its expansive oceanside views and rocky shoreline.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 4.4 km
- Ascent
- 159 m
- Descent
- 159 m
2.2 km away
Precipice Trail Loop
Climb up metal ladders in cliffsides and skirt along exposed rock ledges on this death-defying hike!
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 370 m
- Descent
- 370 m
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
5.4 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
5.6 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
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Guidebooks in this area
25 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
25 of the Most Incredible Day Hikes in the United States
10 routes · Hiking
10 of the Best Day Hikes in the Appalachian Mountains
12 routes · Hiking
Granite Peaks & Foggy Bays—12 Classic Hikes in Acadia NP
4 routes · Hiking
Top 4 Iron Rung Hikes in Acadia National Park
63 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
The Most Famous Hike in Every US National Park
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