The Beehive
The Beehive is one of the most prominent landmarks in the Sand Beach area of the park.
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The Beehive Details
The Beehive is one of the most prominent landmarks in the Sand Beach area of the park, a peak rising 520 feet on the eastern side of Mount Desert Island. The summit is accessible via a short (.8-mile) but strenuous trail that includes iron rungs on cliff ledges; needless to say, it's not well-suited for kids. Those who make the hike are rewarded with spectacular views of Sand Beach, however.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around The Beehive
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The Beehive
The Beehive is known to hikers in Maine as a thrillingly advanced trail complete with ladders, granite steps, and iron rungs going straight up the steep south face.
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Beehive Trail
A very steep, exposed, Iron rung trail on ledges of exposed cliffs.
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Bowl Trail
A moderately difficult loop trail that leads to a picturesque little pond where hikers can picnic and swim.
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Champlain South Ridge Trail
This trail is one of the easier, more gradual trails in the Park and provides some amazing views.
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The Bowl
A picturesque little pond tucked into the mountainside where hikers can enjoy a picnic or a refreshing swim.
