Precipice Trail (Acadia National Park)
Bar Harbor, Maine
Hike
The Precipice is part of the east face of Champlain Mountain. The Precipice Trail is the most challenging and well known hiking trail in Acadia National Park with an exposed and almost vertical 1,000 foot climb. It is designated as “strenuous” and is only recommended for physically fit and experienced hikers who have no fear of heights.
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Acadia National Park Itinerary
This Acadia National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Acadia National Park.
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The Precipice is part of the east face of Champlain Mountain. The Precipice Trail is the most challenging and well known hiking trail in Acadia National Park with an exposed and almost vertical 1,000 foot climb.
https://www.acadia.ws/precipice.htmBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Bar Harbor, Maine
- Head north on Compass Harbor Ln toward Albert Meadow (141 ft)
- Turn left onto Albert Meadow (102 ft)
- Turn left onto ME-3 E/Main St (2.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Sieur de Monts Rd (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Ocean Dr/Park Loop RdMay be closed at certain times or days(1.8 mi)
- Slight right (187 ft)
The Precipice parking area is at the base of the Precipice cliff on the east side of Mount Desert Island about 1 mile north of the Schooner Head entrance fee station on the Park Loop Road (before arriving at the entrance station).
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