Pemetic South Ridge Trail
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Maine · hancock County

Pemetic South Ridge Trail

Granite ridge climb to broad summit vistas over Acadia's interior.

Rating
Length
3.6 mi
Difficulty
5
County
hancock
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Pemetic Mountain Trail

Moderate mountain climb with broad harbor and island panoramas.

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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

A granite ridge climb along Pemetic Mountain’s scenic south ridge to broad summit vistas over Acadia’s interior lakes, Jordan Pond, and the island’s eastern coastline. The open ledge walking along the ridgeline provides sustained views throughout the ascent to the 1,248-foot summit.

Location

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Coordinates: 44.3287445, -68.2433951
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Getting There

From Bar Harbor, enter Acadia National Park via the Park Loop Road. The Pemetic South Ridge Trail parking is in the Jordan Pond area. A small roadside parking lot near the Triad trailhead provides the closest access.

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Pemetic Mountain Trail

Moderate mountain climb with broad harbor and island panoramas.

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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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Bubble Divide Trail Acadia

Scenic connector trail between Jordan Pond and mountain viewpoints.

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Jordan Cliffs Trail Acadia

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

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