Near Great Head Trail
Near Great Head Trail
Near Great Head Trail
Near Great Head Trail
Near Great Head Trail

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Great Head Trail

4.6 (80 Ratings)
A great trail to escape the crowds at Sand Beach and explore the rocky coastline.
1.3
mi
Distance
146
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Less CrowdedViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.32mi
Distance
146ft
Elevation Gain
248ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
153ft
High Point
28ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trailhead is located near the eastern end of Sand Beach. You'll hike up a series of granite ledges (the hardest part of the hike) before the trail flattens out. Be sure to look back and enjoy the great views of Sand Beach. Follow the trail to the southern tip of the peninsula, where there are great views of the coast. To the southwest you can see Otter Cliffs in the distance. From there, the trail follows the rocky shore northeast, before looping back through the woods.

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