The First Hike is the Hardest Like with any new activity, getting started doing it is the hardest part. It takes courage to try something new, especially if you know it’ll challenge you physically and mentally; hiking does both. While your first beginner hiking experience shouldn’t be the most difficult hike you do in terms…
Take A Stroll Along Wonderland Trail In Acadia National Park Known for tide pools at low tide, minimal roots on the trail and family-friendly excursions, Wonderland Trail Acadia is a 1.3-mile, relatively flat path. It’s walkable and accessible, making it perfect for a group of any type. Whether you’re traveling with little kids, or have mobility issues,…
First Aid is First Priority When making the decision to adventure into the backcountry, you’re also making another decision, and a serious one at that. You’re deciding to take your safety and survival into your own hands in a new, potentially dangerous environment. When hiking or backpacking, there are many obstacles you could face. An…
Beachcroft & Champlain Mountain South Ridge Loop: Stunning Views & Moderate Challenges Await A beautiful passage from Sieur de Monts to Sand Beach can be found via Beachcroft & Champlain South Ridge Loop. This interconnected web of trails offers multiple ways to explore Champlain Mountain. This particular route’s challenge is due to its length of…
When you’re first starting, it’s important to set small, attainable hiking goals based on whatever your starting point is. You might be someone who has never hiked but is always active, or, if you’re like me, you might be starting out with incorporating more walks in your neighborhood. There’s a few things to keep in…
Visiting the Wild Gardens of Acadia There’s no better spot to soak in the natural beauty of Acadia’s flora and fauna than at the Wild Gardens of Acadia. This incredibly accessible area of the park features over 400 native plant species split into sections, representing all the natural plant communities within the park. Getting to…
Ocean Path Trail Allows Visitors To Experience Acadia’s Treasures Following along the coastline and main park loop road of Acadia National Park, Ocean Path offers 4.5 miles of land and sea to explore and admire. This is a great spot to start if you’re new to Acadia National Park simply because it has dozens of…
Cadillac Mountain Summit Trail Location: Acadia National ParkLength: 0.4-mile loopHeight: 1,517 feetElevation Gain: 52 feetType: LoopMy Rating: EasyHandicap AccessibleDog Friendly: Yes, for a well-behaved dog. Would we do it again: Maybe, depends on the time of year. Catch Some Great Views on Cadillac Mountain I’ll say it: I will do just about anything to get a…
Cadillac Mountain Trail Info Cadillac Mountain North Ridge TrailLength: 4.2 MilesHeight: 1529 feetElevation Gain: 1128 feetType: Out & BackMy Rating: Advanced Dog Friendly: Yes, but the National Park Service requires leashes and for leash length to be less than 6 feet. You will also be ascending a granite slope, which can be hot on a dog’s…
Bar Island Trail: The Hidden Treasure Off Bar Harbor When I say hidden treasure, I mean it quite literally. Bar Island is part of Acadia National Park. The trail only becomes visible and walkable around low tide from Bridge Street in Bar Harbor. Though it is submerged by water most of the day, if you time your trip…