2 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
Perpendicular Trail to Mansell Mountain
Acadia National Park
Many rock stairs up the steep eastern edge of Mansell Mountain
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 4.4 km
- Ascent
- 290 m
- Descent
- 293 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 15 m
- High Point
- 288 m
- Gradient
- 14˚
This is a 3 mile loop hike up Perpendicular Trail to Mansell Mountain and down the Razorback Trail. The hike features impressive rock stairs on the Perpendicular Trail up the steep eastern face of Mansell Mountain and a nice view of Long Pond and Beech Mountain across the pond.
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
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
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
7.8 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
7.9 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
8 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
9.2 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
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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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