5 Best Hiking Trails in Downeast Maine
Beehive Loop, Acadia
Someone who hikes Beehive can brag about having some of the best views on MDI. From the iron rungs to the scenic ocean views, it is sure to satisfy your hiking needs. 1.4 miles long, with an estimated hiking time of 1-3 hours. Best to leave your dog behind for this one!
Gorham Mountain, Acadia
Gorham Mountain boasts panoramic views of Frenchman Bay, Mount Desert, and the outer islands. A 3.5-mile hike to the summit, spring, fall, and summer are the best times to hike.
The Habitat Trail, Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge
Just one trail, surrounded by 50 other local trails, the Habitat Trail in Baring just north of Calais has one of the area’s most heavily populated ecosystems, hosting more than 200 different species of birds alone, making it a great place for bird enthusiasts and families alike. This trail is 1.25 miles long, a shorter trail, a nice option for young children.
Coastal Trail, West Quoddy State Park
Lighthouses, ocean views, and lesser known, Coastal Trail is 4 miles of beauty. A moderately challenging trail made for intermediate hikers, Coastal Trail has terrain created by volcanic magma that rose from the ocean centuries ago, forming what we know today. Located in the town of Lubec, you’re sure to get your hiking fix with this one!
Bubble Rock Trail, Acadia
A moderate hike, with a length of .7 miles long, the Bubble Rock Trail is one of the most visited spots in Acadia National Park. Sitting on the edge of a cliff on the summit of South Bubble, is a giant boulder that seemingly balances against the forces of nature. One would assume that this boulder would fall off, it certainly is large enough, and on the edge of a cliff. It would only make sense. But here it sits, for centuries on end, for people to come and see, and try to push it off like the sword from the stone. Will you be the one?
