Champlain North Ridge Trail
A popular, lightly trafficked hiking route, just over a mile long, with scenic views of Frenchman Bay.
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Champlain North Ridge Trail Details
This trail (formally known as the Bear Brook Trail) provides the easiest, although still challenging, access to the Champlain Mountain summit via exposed, pine-studded slopes. The trail runs along a great ridge which is the closest ridge to the ocean in the entire park and has amazing vistas from Frenchman Bay to Great Head. From Champlain's summit, descend through birch groves to one of Acadia's famous mountain ponds, The Bowl. This is also a great trail for those seeking a safer, easier descent than the Precipice down Champlain. Trailhead: Champlain North Ridge Parking area
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2.6 miles
Estimated time
90 minutes
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Champlain North Ridge Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Champlain North Ridge Trail
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0.1 mi away
Beaver Dam Pond
The pond is a thriving home to beavers descended from a pair introduced to the park long ago.
0.3 mi away
Egg Rock Lighthouse Overlook
A good place to view the uniquely designed lighthouse that sits on Egg Rock.
0.3 mi away
Bear Brook Picnic Area
A nice picnic area with 35 tables and 30 fireplaces.
0.6 mi away
Sieur de Monts Spring Nature Center
An ideal location for birding enthusiasts to stop and explore.
