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About This Trail
A moderate summit hike on the quieter western side of Mount Desert Island, climbing to sweeping views over Somes Sound, the only fjord-like inlet on the U.S. Atlantic coast. The forested trail ascends through spruce and fir to open granite ledges with views toward Bass Harbor and the outer islands.
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Nearby Trails
Beech Mountain Trail Acadia
Short Acadia climb with western island and harbor vistas.
Acadia Mountain Trail
Steep western-acadia ascent with Somes Sound overlooks.
Flying Mountain Trail
Compact hike with coastal views over Somes Sound.
Flying Mountain Valley Trail
Alternative Flying Mountain route through wooded valley terrain.
Norumbega Mountain Trail
Steady ascent with excellent views across western Mount Desert Island.
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