Acadia National Park hiking guide
Ship Harbor
A 1.4-mile loop with 81 ft of climbing in Outer Islands, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Elevation gain
- 81 ft (25 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Outer Islands
About Ship Harbor
This trail offers a serene journey through spruce forests and along a picturesque shoreline, featuring numerous tide pools at low tide. It is a haven for birdwatchers, with sightings of loons, eiders, and eagles. The trail's figure-eight loop allows for a leisurely exploration of the area's diverse habitats, including mudflats and rocky coastlines.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
