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Natural Resources Council of Maine

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Penobscot Mountain—Sargent Mountain hike, with swim at Sargent Pond

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    Acadia Penobscot Mt for Pete pick

    Penobscot Mountain

    Chosen By: Pete Didisheim, Senior Director of Advocacy

    Location: Acadia National Park, Hancock County

    Description: To hike the Penobscot Mountain—Sargent Mountain loop, go to the Jordan Pond House and walk behind the building, to the left, to find the trailhead marker. The trail winds through woods, over streams, crosses the famous carriage roads, and includes some rock climbing—be prepared to pull yourself through a few tight squeezes. Your effort will be rewarded with beautiful views.

    Activities: Hiking, swimming

    Favorite Season(s) to Visit: Summer and fall

    What’s Special About It: This is the kind of trail that has helped make Acadia National Park such a special place.

    Tips: Don’t let the breath-taking views distract you from following the trail markers! We love taking a swimsuit along for a freshwater dip at Sargent Pond. Enjoy sweeping ocean views on the hike back.

    More Info and Directions: https://www.citrusmilo.com/acadiaguide/penobscotmountain.php

    About Pete Didisheim, Senior Director of Advocacy

    Pete brings 35 years of professional experience in senior-level policy making to his work at NRCM, where he provides overall management and direction for NRCM’s advocacy program. Pete works with NRCM’s advocacy staff on legislative and issue campaigns, research and analysis, and lobbying and public outreach. Prior starting at NRCM in 1996, Pete was Chief of Staff for U.S. Congressman George Brown, Jr. (D-CA), Deputy Chief of Staff of the House Science Committee, and Special Assistant to U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Hazel O’Leary. He holds a B.A. from Williams College and a master’s from the Harvard Kennedy School.