Best of Acadia National Park Day Hike

Best of Acadia National Park Day Hike

Day Hike Tours

1 Day 3.5MI / 5.6KM
  • Female hiker standing on ledge enjoying view of water from Beehive Trail in Acadia National Park
  • Beehive Trail Hike, Acadia National Park
  • Beehive Trail Hike - Acadia National Park - Maine

Trip Highlights

This unforgettable day hike showcases the best of Acadia National Park with a dynamic route tailored to each group’s interests. We begin with an exhilarating climb up the Beehive Trail—a short but steep ascent using iron rungs and ladders—before continuing to Gorham Mountain for sweeping views of Maine’s rugged coastline. From there, we descend to the Atlantic, following the dramatic Ocean Path past Thunder Hole, Sand Beach, and the cliffs of Great Head. With mountain summits, quiet ponds, and crashing surf, this hike delivers the full Acadia experience in a single day.

  • Check Mark Summit Two Mountains
  • Check Mark Stunning Views
  • Check Mark Dramatic Sea Cliffs
  • Check Mark Pristine Forests
  • Check Mark Trail Snacks & Picnic Lunch
  • Check Mark Top Shelf Gear & Guide

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Trip Details

  • Trip Type

    Trip Type

    Day Hike Tours
  • Trip Length

    Trip Length

    1 Day
  • Hiking Distance

    Daily Hiking Distance

    Up to 4 miles
  • Group Size

    Group Size

    1-7 Guests
  • Trip Begins

    Acadia, ME
  • Trip Ends

    Acadia, ME
  • Permit Info

    No permit required
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Is This Trip Right For me?

This hike follows a variety of trails ranging from flat and smooth to nearly vertical cliffs requiring the use of iron rungs and ladders. If you have a paralyzing fear of heights, we do not recommend joining this tour.

Difficulty Level
3 of 5
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Solitude Level
1 of 5
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Hiking Distances
1 of 5

Up to 4 miles

Backpack Weight
1 of 5

10-15 pounds

Terrain
4 of 5

Significantly Rugged

Max Daily Elevation
2 of 5

784 feet

Height & Exposure
5 of 5

Extreme

Trip Dates

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Rates

  • 1 person: $550
  • 2 people: $290 per person
  • 3 people: $260 per person
  • 4-5 people: $215 per person
  • 6-7 people: $190 per person
  • 10 and younger: $135 per person

Private day hike tours are only open to your party.

*Prices do not include gratuity for your guide

What's Included

  • Trip Included
    Trained hiking guide(s) with years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. See Guide Bios.
  • Trip Included
    A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you'd like, and as is possible in a day
  • Trip Included
    Trail snacks and a picnic lunch
  • Trip Included
    Use of a top of the line, technical day pack
  • Trip Included
    Use of trekking poles

What's Not Included

  • Trip Not Included
    Clothing and personal items
  • Trip Not Included
    Water (2 liters capacity)
  • Trip Not Included
    Guide gratuity (industry recommendation is 10-20% of trip cost)

Trip Logistics & FAQs

Where Do We Meet?

Your guide will meet you in the Great Head parking area at an agreed upon time. They will reach out approximately 1 week in advance to coordinate the rendezvous time and answer any questions you have.

Safety Precautions

Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. Guides adhere to standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident, and all tours carry an emergency communication device and comprehensive first-aid kit. Additionally we have a “24/7” system through which guides or guests can reach Wildland support personnel at any time.

If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) for more information.

Age Restrictions

Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:

  • 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval on a case by case basis

Reviews

5.0 (1 reviews)
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Jessica L
5.0
1 year ago

Very Friendly

Our Wildland guide was one the best guides we’ve ever had. He was friendly, fun, patient, safe and engaging. We would do another trip with him anytime. The sign up and registration process was also so easy and everyone was very friendly.

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