McFarland Mountain in Acadia National Park

McFarland Mountain

Located northwest of Eagle Lake, this mountain has no maintained trails leading to its summit.

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McFarland Mountain Details

This mountain provides hikers with an unusual perspective. Looking south from the mountain is a view of Eagle Lake with Cadillac Mountain on the left, Permetic in the middle, and the Bubbles on the right. You'll have to bushwhack your way up, as there are no maintained trails to follow.

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Nearby Parks Around McFarland Mountain

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2.1 mi away

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Shenandoah

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706.4 mi away

Cuyahoga

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965.9 mi away

Indiana Dunes

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Nearby Points of Interest Around McFarland Mountain

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0.6 mi away

Park Headquarters

Also known as the Winter Visitor's Center since Hull's Cove Visitor's Center is closed in cold weather months.

0.6 mi away

Eagle Lake Bridge

The Gothic-arched bridge is a popular spot for bikers to start their rides along Acadia's carriage roads.

0.7 mi away

Eagle Lake Parking Area

A popular lot for starting on the carriage roads.

0.7 mi away

Eagle Lake Restrooms

A small restroom in the northern parking lot.

0.7 mi away

Eagle Lake

At 425 acres, the largest lake on Mount Desert Island.