Bald Peak in Acadia National Park

Bald Peak

One of the smaller peaks in the Park, but worthy of exploration for its incredible views.

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Bald Peak Details

Due to is relatively open topography, with few large trees to block your view, the 966-foot summit of Bald Peak offers spectacular vistas, especially of Upper Hadlock Pond. SR 198 is nearby, so this is a popular hike, although it’s possible you'll hear traffic on the way up. Bring bug repellent, especially after a rainstorm, as mosquitoes can be abundant here.

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Nearby Parks Around Bald Peak

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bald Peak

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0.2 mi away

Parkman Mountain

Parkman Mountain is one of three smaller peaks just west of the much larger Sargent Mountain.

0.2 mi away

Grandgent Trail

A difficult connector trail between Giant Slide and Sargent.

0.2 mi away

Hemlock Bridge

This majestic bridge, in the heart of the Middle Peaks area, is named for the hemlock trees surrounding it.

0.3 mi away

Gilmore Peak

One of the Park's three smaller summits, just west of Sargent Mountain, with impressive, scenic views.

0.3 mi away

Waterfall Bridge

One of the majestic Rockefeller bridges situated along Hadlock Brook, not far from the 40-foot Hadlock Falls.