Appalachian Mountain Club - Maine Chapter

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Join fellow hikers for a memorable, leaf-peeping holiday weekend hiking the highest points on the eastern seaboard - the mountains of Acadia National Park. Iconic summit climbs, breathtaking coastal trails, and serene lake-and ocean-side views make this event the single most immersive outdoor experience this fall.

This long weekend will include two and half days of hikes, walks and two camp nights. Participants will trek along Acadia’s most celebrated routes, including challenging rung-and-ladder ascents with sweeping vistas, peaceful forested paths, and dramatic coastal cliffs - all with a maximum elevation of 1,530ft.

The group will stay in a large tent-site within centrally located Smugglers Den Campground which includes gravel platforms, large fire ring, multiple picnic tables and grills, access to water, electricity, pool, jacuzzi, and bathrooms with showers.

For meal planning, plan on bringing meals for all but the following… a Meet and Greet barbecue brunch and a Hash, Egg, and Biscuit breakfast. We’ll also dine out in Bar Harbor one evening.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A level of fitness and strength necessary to hike beyond the trail distances of 4.5 to 8 miles, for multiple days.
• Intermediate, fall hiking experience in navigating multiple trail types and conditions
• Good balance
• A three-season tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, cooking utensils, food for needed meals, day-pack, hiking boots and socks, tops and bottoms… a base layer, a thermal/mid-layer and a shell/outer-layer, hats and gloves/mittens, face mask (optional), sunglasses, water and snacks. NOTE: for those missing something from this list, the AMC has a Gear Share Program designed to loan key hiking and camping items. Your trip leaders may also have loaner items.
• Be comfortable hiking at a moderate pace
• Be comfortable in temperatures 60° to 65°f (for hiking) and 40° to 50°f (for sleeping) – including various weather conditions.

COST/FINE PRINT:
$120 (prepaid) includes two campsite nights and parking, firewood, two meals, and park fees. Not knowing group arrival capabilities/preferences, there could be an option for Friday arrival; trip leaders have the right to modify the itinerary based on factors (e.g., changing weather conditions, group capabilities and preferences).

OTHER:
While the Difficulty Rating for this event is listed as "Moderate," note that certain hikes will include peaking multiple mountains on trails that vary in terrain.

See the full trip listing on the AMC Website: Costa Rica Hiking, Culture & Wildlife Discovery #2608

Join us on a multi-faceted adventure to Costa Rica! This stunning destination offers incredible hiking opportunities, including the majestic Parque Nacional Los Chirillos, home to the tallest cerro in Costa Rica, Cerro Chiripó, which rises to an astounding altitude of 3,820 meters (12,532 feet).

But that’s not all! We will also explore Costa Rica’s diverse natural wonders, immersing ourselves in unique rural ecosystems and communities. As we traverse this beautiful country, we will learn about and observe the incredible forest and discover the exotic wildlife that calls this region home.

Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and remarkable experiences. We can’t wait for you to join us on this amazing trip!

Prospectus & Online Application Link: [https://adventuretravel.outdoors.org/2026/2608.pdf]