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Beech Mountain
Mount Desert, ME

Trailheads, measurements, times, distances, and maps are all approximate and relative to the hike(s) as shown below.
The Beech Mountain Loop
The Beech Mountain Loop

Route: Beech Mountain Loop

Trail was dry. Tower decking was locked, but still decent views from the ledges and steps. We descended the western loop a little bit, then up onto some ledges (complete with stone chairs) to watch the sunset. Chilly, but nice weather.

Hike Ratings
Getting To Trailhead: Easy
Destination: Beech Mountain
Length: Easy
Steepness: Moderate
Navigation: Easy
Views: Excellent
Crowds: Minimal


Hike Stats
Date Hiked: Sunday, June 3, 2018
Parking Elevation: 500'
Destination: Beech Mountain
Time Elapsed: 00:15
Trailhead Elevation: 500'
Summit Elevation: 839'
Vertical Gain: 339'
Hike Time Elapsed: 01:02
Hike Vertical Gain: 409'


The Beech Mountain Loop trailhead at the end of Beech Hill Road
The Beech Mountain Loop trailhead at the end of Beech Hill Road

Waiting for the sunset - Click to enlarge
Waiting for the sunset

The sunset as seen from near the summit of Beech Mountain - Click to enlarge
The sunset as seen from near the summit of Beech Mountain

Directions to trailhead: Take Route 102 to Beech Hill Road. The trailhead and parking area are at the end of the road.



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