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"opening_paragraph": "The Ocean Path Trailhead is the starting point for one of Acadia National Park's most rewarding coastal walks — a 4.4 mile round-trip route (2.2 miles one way) that follows the rugged Atlantic shoreline between Sand Beach and Otter Point. With roughly 400 feet (122 meters) of elevation gain featuring steady inclines and declines, and an estimated walking time of 2-4 hours, this easy trail delivers genuinely spectacular scenery without demanding much from your legs. Plan extra time for stops at Thunder Hole, Monument Cove, and numerous viewpoints—this is one of those rare places where the effort-to-payoff ratio is completely stacked in your favor.",
"terrain_note": "Note: The path can feel less clearly defined in some spots, particularly where informal pull-offs and rocky shoreline spurs invite exploration away from the main tread. Staying on marked sections helps preserve the coastal environment."
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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
The ocean path trailhead is located in Acadia National Park in Maine. To get there, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island and follow the signs to the park.
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- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
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