During my many hikes on Acadia's trails, I pass quite a few solo hikers. Everyone has a story. Some hikers I've spoken with have told me they wanted to get away from the kids or that none of their family wants to hike. This summer morning I was looking for a hike that was short, challenging and that would be busy, since I too would hike solo. In the book Best Easy Day Hikes, I found the Flying Mountain Trail. The trail is on the west side of Somes Sound and has a short summit of 284 feet. The trail loop is only 1.2 miles. So off I went.
Yearly Archives: 2012
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This loop trail is a short hike from the Beech Mountain trailhead at the top of Beech Mountain. The hike is short but fairly steep up boulders and stone ledges. It’s more exhilarating than strenuous. Side trails include Canada Cliffs and the Echo Lake trail.
Picture this. You’ve been hiking for a few hours. You are no longer sure you are on the right trail and ahead of you lies yet another steep incline covered with iron rails. You have a map, but could use more help to figure out exactly where you are. […]
A favorite of ours for dining on the way out to or back from the Schoodic Penisula is Ruth and Wimpy’s on Route 1 in Hancock. This super casual lobster pound has a vast menu of burgers, seafood and pies. Try the fried pimento stuffed olives for a change of […]
On the road into downtown Blue Hill, on the sharp curve, slow down so you don’t miss my fav place for a lobsta’ roll. The Fish Net offers an all local catch… from fish, shrimp and lobster to crab cakes and scallops, all locally caught. So place your order, grab […]
This small beach is tucked along the roadway in Surry. Though there is only a few feet of gravel between the road and water, this pretty spot offers crystal clear water for swimming and a great view of the Acadia Mountains.
Just getting to Little Hunters Beach is like taking a trek into fairyland. A trail leads you through a moss-covered landscape with protruding twisted roots and quaint wooden bridges. To reach Hunters Beach, take Route 3 heading south out of Bar Harbor and travel about 6 miles. Once you pass Blackwoods […]