The Beehive — Local services in Bar Harbor

As an avid hiker from Colorado mostly familiar with this kind of terrain, I can say that it was definitely underwhelming. But hey, I am from Colorado, so don't take my criticism too severely. I hiked up Champlain mountain via Beachcroft Path before hiking down Champlain's South Ridge, looping up to the Beehive, and meeting family at Sandy Beach. And of course, the Beehive is one of the most famous areas in Acadia, and that shows. There are mobs of people on this trail, shockingly most of them without as much as hiking boots! It really wasn't strenuous, as 80% of my time was spent waiting for the long line ahead of me to get up the mountain. Still, I completed it in less than an hour. The top was beautiful, but I highly recommend nearby Champlain mountain over this. It is just as beautiful, a less exposed trail, and has little...

JUST DO IT! 😃🏔️🐝 I am a tad afraid of heights but this is very doable.

This little mountain is a metaphor for LIFE. You can't see what is around the next bend, but if you TRUST that the Handholds and Metal Bridge is really secure, you CAN do it! Just go Step by Step and enjoy each view which is SPECTACULAR!

There is a an amazing lake at the top (which I hope is still there!) Going down is a flat and gentle slope.

And YES, I've hiked in New Hampshire, Colorado and Alaska, and this is NOT Mt. Denali, but it is STILL FUN especially if you are not a regular hiker and want a challenge.

You can swim in The Leech Filled Lake at the top for an added thrill! Leeches do not stick if you keep moving....

If a hike could be a tourist trap, this is it. For all the hype in dozens upon dozens of reviews I've read, this was a pretty boring hike. I have to assume most people that considered this trail scary, challenging, or whatever else don't usually hike. My family (4'10 wife and 8 y/o son) felt cheated when we reached the summit. We individually exclaimed, "that's it?" in unison. Yes, the views are beautiful, but if it wasn't because we did this at 730am, we'd never wait on line for this trail. All this to say, if you've ever actually hiked before, this trail is a cakewalk. If you only hike on vacation, you'll find...