Great Head
The seaside Great Head is only 145 feet high, but it nonetheless has its own summit elevation marker.
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Great Head Details
Visitor access is via the Great Head Trail; sitting on the high point of this granite and basalt peninsula is the stone foundation of an old teahouse, a present from J.P. Morgan to his daughter, that was destroyed by the fire of 1947.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Great Head
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Great Head Trail
A great family hike with wonderful spots for picnics and watching marine life.
0.2 mi away
Sand Beach
A scenic beach nestled between the mountains and rocky shores on the east side of Mount Desert Island.
0.2 mi away
Great Head
For visitors looking to get the best experience though, the Great Head Trail Loop traversing the coastline is a must-do.
0.2 mi away
Sand Beach
A popular beach where visitors can swim, but beware, the waters are icy cold, even in summer.
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Sand Beach
Sand Beach is inviting for sunbathers, but swimmers should be aware that the ocean temperature here is chilly even at the height of summer.
