Ship Harbor Nature Trail
A beautiful nature walk taking you through an evergreen forest that leads to the rocky shoreline.
Guide Sections
Use Ship Harbor Nature Trail's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.
Ship Harbor Nature Trail Details
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Low
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Like most things in Acadia, Ship Harbor has a history. It was named for a Colonial-era warship that sought shelter in this spot but wound up stuck in the muddy shallows. Your 1.6-mile trip on this trail includes mudflats, spruce forests, rocky ledges covered in shrubs, and open coastline. It's a generally easy hike and you'll be rewarded when you reach the coast and are greeted by waves crashing against the shore. Lobstermen at work, a variety of seabirds at play, and perhaps some sunning seals or even a bald eagle are some things you may observe while traveling this path. Facilities: Restrooms, Parking