Jordan Cliffs Trail Acadia

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Maine · hancock County

Jordan Cliffs Trail Acadia

Exposed cliff route with steep rungs and dramatic drop-offs.

Rating

Length

2.8 mi

Difficulty

7

County

hancock

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Penobscot Mountain Trail Acadia

Popular mountain route with expansive island and ocean viewpoints.

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Jordan Pond Path

Scenic pond loop with classic views of the Bubbles.

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South Bubble Trail

Short climb to popular Acadia ledges and glacial erratic viewpoints.

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About This Trail

One of Acadia’s wildest hikes, traversing the steep eastern face of Penobscot Mountain high above Jordan Pond via iron rungs, ladders, and narrow wooden staircases. The trail is typically closed March through August for peregrine falcon nesting, adding seasonal exclusivity to its dramatic cliff-edge views.

Location

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Coordinates: 44.330222, -68.2627863

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Getting There

From Bar Harbor, enter Acadia National Park via the Hulls Cove entrance. Follow the Park Loop Road and continue straight toward Jordan Pond. Park in the North Lot near Jordan Pond House.

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Penobscot Mountain Trail Acadia

Popular mountain route with expansive island and ocean viewpoints.

Jordan Pond Path

Scenic pond loop with classic views of the Bubbles.

South Bubble Trail

Short climb to popular Acadia ledges and glacial erratic viewpoints.

Ocean Path Acadia

Easy shoreline route linking iconic Acadia coastal landmarks.

Acadia Seawall Trail

Coastal walk along Acadia's granite seawall and ocean edge.

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