Near Ship Harbor Trail
Quiet, undeveloped Ship Harbor.
Near Ship Harbor Trail
Tide flowing low on Ship Harbor.
Near Ship Harbor Trail
Ship Harbor Trail
Near Ship Harbor Trail
Ship Harbor Trail
Near Ship Harbor Trail
Nice view of the coastline can be enjoyed at various points along the trail.

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Ship Harbor Trail

4.3 (47 Ratings)
The Ship Harbor Trail is an easy hike through the woods to a quiet stretch of rocky shoreline.
1.4
mi
Distance
77
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.35mi
Distance
77ft
Elevation Gain
77ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
48ft
High Point
9ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Access this hike from the Ship Harbor Trailhead Parking Area. The route makes a figure eight shape along the eastern shores of Ship Harbor. At its coastline terminus, the trail skirts a rocky shore where you can look for tide pools at low tide. Sometimes you can see lobster boats pulling up their catch offshore. If visiting in late summer, keep your eyes out for blueberries along the trail! After reaching its southernmost point, the trail loops back through the forest to the parking area.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.

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Contributors
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