Monthly Archives: August 2017

Cadillac Mountain (Acadia National Park, ME)

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Andrew Wojtanik

At 1,529 feet, Cadillac Mountain is the tallest peak in Acadia National Park and has no equal on Mount Desert Island that matches its panoramic views. Three arduous trails climb the mountain, though most opt to drive the winding road … Continue reading →

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The Beehive Loop (Acadia National Park, ME)

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Andrew Wojtanik

With its sweeping views and hair-raising ascent, the Beehive Trail is one of Acadia National Park’s most iconic hikes. Along with the Beech Cliff Trail, Jordan Cliffs Trail, and Precipice Trail, Beehive is one of the park’s four “iron rung … Continue reading →

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Acadia Mountain Loop (Acadia National Park, ME)

Posted on August 20, 2017 by Andrew Wojtanik

The Acadia Mountain Loop is a challenging hike on Acadia National Park’s quieter west side that affords fantastic views of Mount Desert Island, Echo Lake, and Somes Sound. Granite outcrops make for excellent vantage points—but also significant obstacles—on this 2.9-mile … Continue reading →

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Beech Cliff Trail & Canada Cliffs Trail Loop (Acadia National Park, ME)

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Andrew Wojtanik

The Beech Cliff Trail, situated in Acadia National Park’s peaceful western section, is one of the park’s four “iron rung routes”: strenuous climbs that require negotiating ladders, iron aides, and steep granite staircases to mount exposed cliff sides. Compared with … Continue reading →

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Dickey Ridge Trail – Section 2 (Shenandoah National Park, VA)

Posted on August 2, 2017 by Andrew Wojtanik

Continuing where the Dickey Ridge Trail – Section 1 left off, the second half of the Dickey Ridge Trail extends five miles from the Dickey Ridge Picnic Area to Compton Gap in Shenandoah National Park’s North District. Highlights include a … Continue reading →

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