The Precipice
Bar Harbor, Maine
| Address: | Acadia National Park, Maine, USA |
| GPS: |
44°20'57.9"N 68°11'16.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Maine |
National Park
Rock Climb
The Precipice is another popular climbing spot in Acadia National Park. Unlike Otter Cliffs, this spot is on the south side of Champlain Mountain and includes a 200 ft crag as well as other excellent climbing routes. Most of the routes range in difficulty from a 5.6 to 5.12a/b. The top of the climbs give climbers a spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean. Most of the climbs do not have many permanent bolts and so additional precautions must be taken, climbers are usually good if they bring along different cams to aid in the climb.
Overall this climbing spot has many routes aimed at the more experienced climber. Some of the routes have multiple pitches, thin cracks, and good corners to work with. Many there are several climbing companies found locally that take people out to this area to climb, so get in early to make sure that the desired routes to climb are still available.
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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.
https://www.justgotravelstudios.com/collections/national-park-itineraries/products/acadia-national-park-itinerary?ref=9zpxis0diinRock Climbing in The Precipice aka The South Wall, -Acadia National Park
Find rock climbing routes, photos, and guides for every state, along with experiences and advice from fellow climbers.
https://www.mountainproject.com/area/105929488/the-precipice-aka-the-south-wall
- 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 (203 ft)
Directions to the Precipice: From Bangor, Maine, take Rt. 1A to Ellsworth and then Rt. 3 to Mount Desert Island. Once on the island, head towards Town Hill on Rt. 198. Continue on Rt. 198 until you reach a junction with Rt. 233, at which you’ll need to take a left. From Rt. 233 take a left to enter Acadia National Park. Take the park loop road past the Precipice Trailhead parking. The trailhead to the crag is approximately 100 meters past the trailhead parking. You can park on the right side of the two-lane one-way road. You’ll know you are on the right approach trail when you see the climber sign-in box. Continue on the trail until you reach a small cliff, where you need to head left across the talus field to the base of the crag.Courtesy of mountainproject.com
Other Rock Climbing Walls Nearby
Otter Cliff
Bar Harbor, Maine
2.7 miles SSea cliff climbing on 60-foot granite walls in Acadia National Park, with dozens of routes from beginner to 5.12 and the rare thrill of tide-aware, top-rope ocean climbing.
Rock Climb
South Bubble
Bar Harbor, Maine
3.1 miles WA quieter Acadia climbing spot with Lower and Upper slab routes from 5.4 to 5.8, summit scramble access, and beautiful sunset views over the park.
Rock Climb
