Murphy Lane

Murphy Lane is a short easy trail that connects Schooner head path to Park Loop Road and the Precipice Trail.

Off road parking on Park Loop Road at trail head.

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Length 0.3 mi
Difficulty Easy
Elevation Gain 20 ft
Elevation Loss 20 ft

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Orange & Black Path

Orange & Black Path is a moderately trafficked trail that is located near Bar Harbor. This trail is a good wooded hike that goes up by where Peregrine Falcon's nest, because of this the trail is sometimes closed. The Orange & Black Path is connected to Precipice Trail, Orange & Black Path/ Chapman Trail, and Precipice Loop. The Orange & Black Path is rated an advanced difficulty.

Precipice Trailhead Parking off of Park Loop Road then walk down Precipice Trail till you reach Orange & Black Path.

This trail is closed yearly from March-August for peregrine falcon nesting season. For this reason, the team cannot provide a TrailView at this time. Please consult alternate resources if you intend to hike the Orange & Black Path.

Trail Stats

Length 0.7 mi
Difficulty Hard
Elevation Gain 560 ft
Elevation Loss 270 ft

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Precipice Trail

Precipice Trail is a moderately trafficked trail that is located at Champlain Mountain near Bar Harbor. Precipice Trail features rugged no technical climbing with iron rungs with an open cliff face. The Precipice Trail connects to Orange & Black Path, Champlain North Ridge Trail, Beachcroft Path, Champlain South Ridge Trail, and Murphy Lane. This trail is not recommended for small children or people with a fear of heights. Precipice Trail is rated advanced.

Off road parking at trail head on Park Loop Road.

This trail is closed yearly from March-August for peregrine falcon nesting season. For this reason, the team cannot provide a TrailView at this time. Please consult alternate resources if you intend to hike the Precipice.

Trail Stats

Length 0.9 mi
Difficulty Hard
Elevation Gain 1070 ft
Elevation Loss 120 ft

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Schooner Head Path

Schooner Head Trail is a long trail that follows along schooner head road. This trail is moderately trafficked and good for all skill types. It is dog-friendly as well.

Park at Schooner Head Overlook.

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Trail Stats

Length 2.7 mi
Difficulty Easy
Elevation Gain 250 ft
Elevation Loss 200 ft

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Champlain North Ridge Trail

Champlain North Ridge Trail is a moderately trafficked trail that is located near Bar Harbor. The trail takes you to a wooded forest then ascends up to Champlain Mountain. The Champlain North Ridge Trail connects to Orange & Black Path, Beachcroft Path, Precipice Trail, and Champlain South Ridge Trail. The Champlain North Ridge Trail is rated moderate difficulty.

Parking is at Champlain North Ridge Parking Area off of Park Loop Road.

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Trail Stats

Length 1.0 mi
Difficulty Medium
Elevation Gain 890 ft
Elevation Loss 20 ft

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Champlain South Ridge Trail

Champlain South Ridge Trail is a moderately trafficked trail that is located near Bar Harbor. The trail is a nice hike through a pine forest with granite featured that leads to the top of Champlain Mountain. Champlain South Ridge Trail connects to all of the summit trails of Champlain Mountain and connects to the Beehive trail. The Champlain South Ridge Trail is rated a moderate difficulty.

Parking is at the Beehive Trailhead Parking Area, then have to hike the lower part of the Beehive trail.

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Trail Stats

Length 1.3 mi
Difficulty Medium
Elevation Gain 720 ft
Elevation Loss 90 ft

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Beachcroft Path

Beachcroft Path is a moderately trafficked out and back trail that is located near Bar Harbor. The trail starts in the woods and leads to stone steps with a good view of the valley. At the summit of Champlain Mountain, there are great views of the park below. The Beachcroft Path connects to Jesup path, Kurt Diederich's Climb, Kane Path, Champlain North Ridge Trail, and Champlain South Ridge Trail.

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Parking is at Beachcroft Path Parking Area on Otter Creek Drive.

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Trail Stats

Difficulty Hard
Length 1.0 mi
Elevation Gain 990 ft
Elevation Loss 50 ft

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