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Bernard Mountain Trail
A rugged, rocky trail ending atop of Bernard Mountain.
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Bernard Mountain Trail Details
Bernard Mountain Trail (formerly known as the Bernard Mountain South Face Trail) curves gracefully over the beautiful wooded slopes of Bernard. Majestic spruce and firs tower over the rushing streams and small cascades that run through the small gorge near the trailhead, and the ledges along the second half of the trail offer good views of Blue Hill Bay. The rugged, rocky trail terminates at the Bernard Mountain's 1,071-foot summit with spectacular ocean views. Trailhead: Mill Field off of Western Mountain Road.
Difficulty
High
Distance
1.7 miles
Estimated time
80 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bernard Mountain Trail
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Sluiceway
Difficult trail on the eastern side of Bernard Mountain in Southwest Harbor.
0.3 mi away
Great Notch Trail
A trail often used to climb Mansell Mountain.
0.7 mi away
Perpendicular Trail
A steep, dramatic trail with stone steps and spectacular views of Long Lake and Beech Mountain in the distance.
0.7 mi away
Cold Brook Trail
An easy hike to trails leading to Mansell and Bernard.
0.7 mi away
Long Pond Trail
This trail is in one of the quieter sections of Acadia and offers nice views of Long Pond.
