Bowl Trail
A moderately difficult loop trail that leads to a picturesque little pond where hikers can picnic and swim.
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Bowl Trail Details
The Bowl Trail is named after the Bowl, a small tarn formed and filled by the melting of the glaciers some 12,000 years ago. One of the park's two ponds accessible only by foot, the Bowl's quiet shoreline and surprisingly high elevation reveal unique views of Champlain Mountain and a gentle alternative up the Beehive for hikers who wish to forego the steepness of the Beehive Trail. Open ledges break up the boggy shore and are great resting spots with even better sightings of the herons and turkey vultures that call the pond home. Try the trail in early morning for even better wildlife sightings. Trailhead: Off Park Loop Road across from Sand Beach Parking Area.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
1.5 miles
Estimated time
60 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bowl Trail
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Sand Beach Parking Area
This is a medium-sized lot at busy Sand Beach.
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Beehive Trail
A very steep, exposed, Iron rung trail on ledges of exposed cliffs.
0.1 mi away
Sand Beach
There is a view of the beach, but there is no beach access from this vantage point.
0.1 mi away
Sand Beach Restrooms
This is a larger, permanent restroom located in the main parking lot for Sand Beach.
0.1 mi away
Ocean Path
A family-friendly trail along a dramatic stretch of coastline where you will encounter several famous Park landmarks.
