Near Mount Megunticook Out and Back
Upon reaching the ocean lookout on the Ridge Trail, enjoy pleasant views of Camden and Penobscot Bay from Mt. Battie.
Near Mount Megunticook Out and Back
Camden Maine in distance
Near Mount Megunticook Out and Back
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Mount Megunticook Out and Back

4.0 (5 Ratings)
A short but moderate hike to Mount Megunticook and some great views of the harbor.
3.4
mi
Distance
1,087
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.45mi
Distance
1,087ft
Elevation Gain
1,087ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,372ft
High Point
273ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
From the parking area, take Megunticook Trail all the way up to it's terminus at Ridge Trail. The trail gets steeper and steeper as you hike but its never too extreme. Once the trail ends you'll have wonderful views of the ocean. You can see Mount Battie, the town of Camden, and all of Penobscot Bay including Acadia. Look really carefully on a clear day and you might even see Mount Washington to the west.Continue on, following ridge trail to reach the summit of Mount Megunticook. After enjoying the summit, turn back and at the junction, follow Adam's Lookout Trail to return. Adam's Lookout Trail has more wonderful views as it descends a somewhat steep grade back to the junction with Megunticook Trail. A right will take you back down to the parking area.

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