Near Man O' War Brook Fire Road
Acadia Mountain trail signage.
Near Man O' War Brook Fire Road
The trail is a wide fire road that meanders through the woods.

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Man O' War Brook Fire Road

2.6 (5 Ratings)
This dirt access road is often used by Acadia Mountain hikers.
0.9
mi
Distance
57
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.87mi
Distance
57ft
Elevation Gain
121ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
233ft
High Point
99ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
There's nothing terribly special about this old dirt access road. It does, however, provide a helpful link between the western and eastern base of Acadia Mountain, making it possible to hike the mountain as a loop. The road is named after Man of War Brook, an oceanside cascade where colonial-era sailing ships would replenish their water supplies. Thanks to guidebook author and photographer, James Kaiser, for sharing this trail description. If youre interested in learning more details about great day hikes, weather, camping / lodging, and geology, check out his book: Guide to Acadia National Park.

Route Conditions

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