Bubbles Hike

A compact two-summit hike to North Bubble, South Bubble, and iconic Bubble Rock above Jordan Pond.

Route overview

Bubbles Hike in Maine.

The official Bubbles hike uses Bubbles Divide and short spurs to reach both rounded summits. Open ledges provide views over Jordan Pond, Eagle Lake, Pemetic, Sargent, and the Cranberry Isles.

Trail facts

Country
United States
Region
Maine
Distance
2.41 km
Typical duration
60-120 minutes
Difficulty
Difficulty not yet verified
Elevation gain
Not published by official source
Best season
Check current official seasonal access and conditions
Trail type
out-and-back with two summit spurs

Access and logistics

Permits and access
Entrance pass required; no separate ordinary day-hike permit.

Safety context

Open granite is slick when wet, exposed edges require care, and the small parking area fills quickly. Do not climb onto unstable-looking positions around Bubble Rock. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.

Open granite is slick when wet, exposed edges require care, and the small parking area fills quickly. Do not climb onto unstable-looking positions around Bubble Rock.

Highlights

Bubble Rock, Jordan Pond, summit, short hike, Maine

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