Sargent Mountain South Ridge Trail
One of the less-traveled trails climbing Sargent Mountain.
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Sargent Mountain South Ridge Trail Details
This hike begins on a carriage trail leaving the Brown Mountain Gate House, one of the Park's two gate houses built by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Ascending gradually, it rises over the wooded side of Cedar Swamp Mountain before dipping down and crossing a small brook. For hikers interested in reaching Cedar Swamp's summit, a spur trail is available before continuing the steady climb up Sargent. The mountain's unique summit is very similar to the Tablelands of Maine's Katahdin Mountain; flat, wide open, and filled with wildflowers and stunted evergreens. On a clear day, panoramic views of Somes Sound, Isle au Haut, and even Camden are possible. Trailhead: From the Brown Mountain Parking Area, take carriage road to junction #18 and turn right. At carriage road junction #19, turn right. Trailhead is .7 miles from the parking area.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
3.1 miles
Estimated time
135 minutes
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Sargent Mountain South Ridge Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sargent Mountain South Ridge Trail
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0.3 mi away
Asticou Map House
A map house dedicated to Charles Eliot, one of the founders of Acadia.
0.4 mi away
Brown Mountain Gate House
One of two such gatehouses in the Park.
0.4 mi away
Amphitheater Loop
This quiet, easy trail is wonderful for families or cyclists looking for a more secluded experience.
0.5 mi away
Brown Mountain Restrooms
A small semi-permanent restroom.
0.5 mi away
Lower Hadlock Pond Trail
A well-graded trail up Norumbega Mountain that provides for pleasant hiking in an idyllic setting.
