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The Beehive and Precipice Trails

Iron rung trails straight up the cliffs, with drops and real thrills. Not for anyone afraid of heights.

Official Website
Open
Open all year, weather permitting
Price
Park entrance fee
Time Needed
2 hours
Address
Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, ME 04609Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
From the Sand Beach area on Park Loop Road.

Why Go

The Beehive is a short climb on iron rungs over Sand Beach. Precipice is steeper and longer, and it closes in spring and summer for nesting peregrines. Don't take children or go in the rain.

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