Moderate, 7.1 mi One Way (Utilize Shuttle)
1,309 ft elevation gain
Hiked 8/12/25
Utilizing the shuttle (transfer at the gardens) to combine the North and South Out and Back trails will allow you to hike the entire length of Acadia’s tallest, Cadillac Mountain. First half provides view of Bar Harbor and the second quiet contemplation. Lots of sun exposure along route; water at the top.
The Porcupine Islands as seen from one of the early vantage points.
Looking southward as you continue along the wide open ridge line of Cadillac Mountain.
The summit of Cadillac Mountain, as seen from around half back down.
Beautiful.