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Beech Mountain Loop Trail section closed starting Sept 21

A portion of Beech Mountain Loop Trail in Acadia National Park will be closed for repairs beginning September 21, 2026. The eastern section from near the parking lot to just below the summit fire tower will be inaccessible, though three alternate routes to the summit remain open.

What visitors should know: Use the outer loop, Beech South Ridge Trail, or Beech West Ridge Trail to reach the Beech Mountain summit while repairs are underway.
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