Spring Trail
The most popular route to the top of Penobscot Mountain. The trailhead is located behind Jordan Pond House.
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Spring Trail Details
This trail (formerly know as the Penobscot Mountain Trail) is the most popular trail climbing Penobscot Mountain because of its proximity to Jordan Pond House. It rises gently through the woods, crossing streams and carriage roads before beginning its steep ascent to the summit. The trail climbs the sharp cliff faces of Penobscot, relying on a few metal rungs where footing is particularly bad. After reaching the summit, it descends between Penobscot and Sargent Mountain to Sargent Mountain Pond. This small, vegetated pond is a typical boreal forest pond, but is a refreshing sight nonetheless. It is reportedly the first lake ever created in the State of Maine (see the related Point of Interest). The climb up Sargent, the Park's second highest summit, is gradual, and seldom used.
Difficulty
High
Distance
1.5 miles
Estimated time
70 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Spring Trail
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Jordan Stream Trail
A scenic way of traveling between Jordan Pond House and Seal Harbor Village.
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Jordon Pond Restrooms
Busy restrooms located behind the gift shop at Jordan Pond House.
0.1 mi away
Asticou & Jordan Pond Path
A wonderful, accessible walk in the Maine woods.
0.1 mi away
Jordan Pond House
Fully accessible, including the upper deck via an elevator.
0.1 mi away
Jordan Pond Parking Area
This small, very busy lot next to Jordan Pond House is best to be avoided, especially in summer months.
