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Sargent Mountain and Gilmore Peak via Giant Slide Trail route map
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Maine

Sargent Mountain and Gilmore Peak via Giant Slide Trail

Mount Desert, Maine

4.5 mi

Distance

1,358 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 11m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Sargent Mountain and Gilmore Peak via Giant Slide Trail is a loop trail located near Mount Desert, in the Acadia National Park region of Maine. This 4.5-mile trail takes hikers on a challenging journey with a substantial elevation gain of 1,358 feet. The trail features a dirt surface and offers panoramic views from the summits of Sargent Mountain and Gilmore Peak. Hikers will experience a range of elevations, from a minimum of 22 meters above sea level to a maximum of 411 meters. The trail is known for its natural beauty and the unique opportunity to explore some of the park's less-traveled paths.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainrocky terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:22 ft
Max:411 ft
414 ft
414 ft
22 ft152 ft281 ft411 ft0.0 mi1.1 mi2.2 mi3.3 mi4.4 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

mountain viewssummit of Sargent Mountainsummit of Gilmore Peak

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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