Hiking the Camden Hills Bald Rock Mountain Trail In Maine

Bald Rock Mountain has an elevation of 1200 ft and is visible from our oceanfront Inn. With less than a 10 minute drive from here this mountain offers incredible views of the island studded coast of Maine and is just a small part of the Camden Hills State Park system. The hike to the summit is easy yet invigorating.

Entrance Sign
Entrance Sign
Gravel Road
Gravel Road

After  walking a gravel road for 1.25 miles you reach the trail head that leads through the woodlands.

Bald Rock Trail Head
Bald Rock Trail Head

We walk through the peaceful woods and observe the nature that surrounds us. Lush greenery such as ferns and mosses abound, the scent of pine wafts through the air and the songs of melodious birds are the predominant sounds. The trail has a convenient set of granite steps and many tree root systems that wind there way along the path.

Granite Steps
Granite Steps
Tree Roots
Interesting Tree Roots

We reach the summit and take in the scenery.

Tanker
Background-Mt. Desert Island, Acadia National Park
A Southeasterly View From The Summit
A Southerly View, Camden Harbor First Harbor In Sight
A Southerly View, Camden Harbor First Harbor In Sight

We maintained a semi-brisk pace along the trail and complete the round trip journey in approx. 1hr. 45min. The views are breathtaking and especially extraordinary during the fall with all the magnificent colors in place.