Somes Sound Overlook – Flying Mountain loop from Flying Mountain

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Hancock County

Somes Sound Overlook – Flying Mountain loop from Flying Mountain

Easy

4.8

(5)

120

hikers

Somes Sound Overlook – Flying Mountain loop from Flying Mountain

00:42

2.39km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Tips

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Acadia National Park

Waypoints

Start point

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463 m

Valley Cove Beach

Highlight • Beach

1.01 km

Somes Sound Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great viewpoint that is a short detour off the Flying Mountain Trail. It is definitely worth taking a minute to enjoy the great view of the Somes Sound.

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1.44 km

Fox Sighting in Acadia National Park

Highlight • Forest

1.50 km

Flying Mountain

Highlight • Summit

After a fairly steep climb, you can enjoy some beautiful views of Somes Sound and the ocean from here.

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1.61 km

Flying Mountain Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Flying Mountain Trail is a popular trail near Southwest Harbor. The trail is not technically challenging, but does have some elevation gain. There are multiple viewpoints along the trail.

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2.39 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.04 km

880 m

473 m

Surfaces

2.40 km

Elevation