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The Beehive Loop via The Bowl and Kief Pond in Acadia National Park

The Beehive Loop in Acadia National Park offers a thrilling hiking experience with stunning views as a reward for the effort. As you ascend the Beehive Trail, the path features rocky scrambles, iron rungs, and spectacular panoramas of the Maine coastline, including Sand Beach and Champlain Mountain. The descent leads to the Bowl Pond and Kief Pond, where hikers can relax before concluding their adventure. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Lake #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 1.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 535 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 486 ft
  • Elevation loss: 541 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 30 ft
  • Moving time: 41 m 32 s
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.2 mph
  • Total time: 53 m 37 s
  • Global speed: 1.9 mph

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Name: The Beehive Loop via The Bowl and Kief Pond in Acadia National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Satterlee Trail, Bar Harbor, Hancock County, Maine, United States (44.33043 -68.18435)

End: Satterlee Trail, Bar Harbor, Hancock County, Maine, United States (44.33033 -68.18410)

Coordinates: 44.33033 -68.19257 44.33603 -68.18410

Topography: Hancock County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🥾Hiking Shoes - Durable and comfortable shoes for trail hiking
😴Insulated Sleeping Pads - Compact and warm pads for high-elevation camping
🎒Waterproof Dry Bags - Keep your electronics and maps dry inside your pack
🥩Freeze-Dried Meals - Nutritious and lightweight food for remote expeditions
🏕️Tent Footprint - Protect your tent base from wear

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