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Beehive Trail

Park Loop Rd., Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609 USA

Independent

“Adventurous hike with a spectacular view”

If you are searching for an adventurous hike with a spectacular view, look no further than the Beehive loop. One of Acadia's famous rung and ladder trails, Beehive Loop is a great way to get acquainted with these difficult trails. If choosing this hike, expect steep granite staircases, iron rungs, and exposed cliff faces. As one of the parks most trafficked trails, people challenge their bodies and minds as they ascend this 450ft cliff trail and are rewarded with stunning views over Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and the Gulf of Maine stretching to the horizon. 1.4 miles round trip. Duration of hikes depend on your pace and if you stop and enjoy scenic areas. For an average pace, this hike takes 1 to 3 hours.

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Reviewed by
Jeffrey Reber

2 Reviews
1 Helpful

July 06, 2018

Rated 5.0

Amazing hike! Not for anyone scared of heights.

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Reviewed by
Steph

8 Reviews
0 Helpful

October 19, 2023

This was a challenging and fun hike! As a short person, climbing up some of the rungs took a little extra strategizing but it was do-able and the views at the top were great.

I highly recommend going early in the morning to avoid the crowds! You don't want to be waiting in a long line of people while you're doing this.

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Reviewed by
CoreyBuckner

5 Reviews
1 Helpful

August 14, 2022

Rated 5.0

Amazing hike! Scary for those scared of heights but other than that, it was great views all the way up. It had some areas were I felt needed more iron rungs; the iron rings were also covered in sunscreen and other applicants so take note that the bars feel slippery but I was still able to feel safe grabbing them. Have heard that this trail is better than Precipice but don’t really know from personal experience just by word. Definitely would do this hike again!

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