How long is Cadillac South Ridge (Acadia)?

7 miles, out & back, with about 1,100 feet of elevation gain — roughly 2 hr 53 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Cadillac South Ridge (Acadia)?

It's rated Moderate. the first sunrise in the U.S. from the summit

Where is Cadillac South Ridge (Acadia)?

Cadillac South Ridge (Acadia) is in Maine. the first sunrise in the U.S. from the summit

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Cadillac South Ridge (Acadia)

Maine

Distance7 mi

Est. time~2 hr 53 min

Elevation gain↗ 1,100 ft

RouteOut & back

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Cadillac South Ridge (Acadia) is a moderate 7-mile out & back hike in Maine with about 1,100 ft of elevation gain. the first sunrise in the U.S. from the summit.

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