The Top 20 Peaks in Maine
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Maine is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Maine for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Maine for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 4, 2025
Cadillac Mountain — Summit and Overlook
Highlight • Summit
Wheelchair accessible paved paths to the West of the parking lot and visitor center offer views of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island. The Visitor Center has bathrooms, a gift …
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Beehive Summit
Highlight (Segment) • Summit
The Beehive trail is extremely exposed, and requires hikers to climb using metal bars drilled into the cliffside for a significant portion of the trail. The path is one way …
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Gorham Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
This is one of the easiest summits on Mount Desert Island, but the views do not disappoint. From the very top you can see north to Champlain, Dorr, and Cadillac …
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Sargent Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
The summit of Sargent Mountain offers sweeping panoramic views all the way from Cadillac to the east across Somes Sound to the western half of the island. The peak is …
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Mount Battie Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Mount Battie Trail is advertised as a one-hour hike with a steep ascent from the south to the summit at approximately 240 m. The rain the day before and …
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Dike Peak — Cadillac South Ridge Trail
Highlight • Summit
Nice view in all directions
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Dorr Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
Dorr Mountain is the third highest summit in the park at 1,270 feet. The summit lies in the shadow of Cadillac Mountain – the highest peak in the park – …
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Bubble Rock at South Bubble
Highlight • Natural Monument
East of the summit of the 'South Bubble' (220 m) lies the striking 'Bubble Rock' at the top of the granite cliff. The rock, made of a different granite, was …
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Parkman Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
The Parkman Mountain summit makes a fantastic hike when combined with the nearby Gilmore Peak and Bald Peak. Hikers should be cautious about bikers and horses when crossing the carriage road at lower points of the trail.
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Beech Mountain Fire Tower
Highlight • Monument
Beech Mountain is nested between Echo Lake and Long Pond, and from the base of the historic fire tower hikers can see most of the peaks on the western half …
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