Cadillac Mountain Summit via Cadillac South Ridge Trail in Acadia National Park
The Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail in Acadia National Park offers hikers a rewarding journey through diverse landscapes, including white pine and spruce forests, the Featherbed pond, open granite ridges, and culminating in panoramic vistas from the summit. The trail begins with a gentle ascent through lush forests, providing a serene backdrop before transitioning to exposed granite ridges that offer expansive views of the Atlantic coastline and the myriad islands dotting the horizon. As hikers approach the summit, the terrain becomes more rugged, with sections requiring careful navigation over rocky outcrops, leading to the summit's expansive views of Frenchman Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Lake #Overlook
- Distance: 7.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,457 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,509 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,457 ft
- Minimum elevation: 187 ft
- Moving time: 3 h 54 m
- Moving speed: 1.8 mph
- Maximum speed: 13.4 mph
- Total time: 4 h 53 m
- Global speed: 1.4 mph
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Name: Cadillac Mountain Summit via Cadillac South Ridge Trail in Acadia National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 44.31283 -68.22996 44.35254 -68.21457
Topography: Hancock County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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Cadillac Mountain via Cadillac South Ridge Trail in Acadia National Park
United States > Maine > Hancock County > Mount Desert
The Cadillac South Ridge Trail offers a captivating journey to the summit of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park, with a diverse landscape that transitions from lush forests to exposed granite ridges. Hikers can enjoy spectacular views of the Gulf of Maine and nearby islands, especially as they ascend…
Distance: 7.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,457 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,506 ft
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United States > Maine > Hancock County > Bar Harbor
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Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,122 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,503 ft