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Summary: Quickly ascend thru rocky boulder caves to the ridge of Gorham mountain. You will find great views of steep glacial mountains and sweeping views of the ocean. As you descend you will see the famous 'bee hive', a conical shaped mountain that really looks like a bee hive. You can also see the lovely sand beach. On the way back you follow the ocean. Very lovely. An excellent hike all around and not too hard for the entire family. Trailhead: Take Acadia National Park loop, pay fee at gate. Take first right after Thunder Hole into parking area for Gorham Mountain hike. Obtain map from ranger. (Lat:44.31675 Lon:-68.1916) Trail Guides for Gorham Mountain, Acadia National Park, Maine: DeLormes Maine Atlas and Gazetteer by DeLorme (DeLorme) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: See http://www.nps.gov/acad/home.htm - Home page for Acadia National Park Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jon Willard, who has posted 54 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Eric on 12/9/2003 The hike offers some of the best views from Acadia. Unfortunately its also one of the most popular hikes on the Island. I would suggest coming here in the offseason or the beginning or end of the peak season. We mix this hike with 'The Bowl' and the 'Beehive' to get a nice dayhike. Starting the hike at the trailhead before sand beach has you descending towards Thunderhole. The views here are incredible. As you descend you can go through 'Cathedral Woods'. I have done this hike with my then 3 year old on my back so its not that hard. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Maine Hiking, Maine Trails, Maine Hikes, Hancock County Hiking, Hancock County Trails, Hancock County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||