Known as the Crown Jewel of the North Atlantic Coast, Acadia National Park is an extremely family-friendly park in Bar Harbor, Maine.
If you are looking for short walks and stunning scenery, this is one of the best easy hikes in the park! It is a paved loop that allows you to see the summit views without the strenuous hike.
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The trail itself is an old gravel fire road that leads you to the ocean. The short forest hike through the spruce trees is fun and winds up at a secluded beach, perfect for exploring.
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It’s nice and level, and circles around Jordan Pond. Some of the hike is on a rustic boardwalk. This is a trail that is dog-friendly as well (on a leash).
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This figure 8-shaped trail is perfect for bird lovers, young families, and all skill levels. Keep your eyes peeled for eagles, herons, and osprey as you walk this forested trail.
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The views of the Atlantic Ocean from this trail are stunning as it gradually rises over a hill and then follows along the coast.
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While this trail is rated moderate due to being steep, it is short so kids will be at the top before they realize how difficult their legs have to work!