127 0 obj <> endobj 0000126753 00000 n 0000010718 00000 n Much tougher than what I’m used to, with lots of bouldering and a pretty steep incline, but the views and the lake make it absolutely worth it. Details. The views were outstanding and made the hike up worth it! Now, virtually all the Tumbledown range trails have been protected, and Mt Blue State Park has … And despite that, I still rank Tumbledown higher than any of those 4K peaks. Log your hike, run or mountain bike ride with our GPS activity tracker. Tumbledown Mountain in other blogs: Smudge Ink – 24 July 2015 Writing for Myself – 29 June 2015 1 Happy Hiker – 22 September 2013 Living in Portland – 1 August 2012 Northeast Adventures – 17 October 2009. 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Fantastic! 0000534136 00000 n Most notably, the most difficult trail up (also the coolest) and the one that has the ladder in it toward the top is called the loop trail. That section, approximately 1.5 to 2 miles in length and in and of itself is ironically not a loop at all. Byron road is closed and turns into a snowmobile trail in the winter. 0000154680 00000 n Ascending the Loop Trail on Tumbledown Mountain, Weld, ME. Save Review Directions. H�\�͎�@��. 0000019896 00000 n This last, as well as parts of the Blueberry Mountain, Little Jackson, and Parker Ridge trails are still on privately owned land. 0000531349 00000 n 0000401251 00000 n 0000019112 00000 n I climbed with my kids who are 15, 11, and 5. 0000336845 00000 n Discover trails like Tumbledown Mountain Trail Maine, find information like trail length, elevation, difficulty, activities, and nearby businesses. Several trailheads begin on Byron Road near Weld and views include Crater Lake just below the summit. The attacking British forces consisted of the 2nd … We took the Parker … 0000009009 00000 n 0000522931 00000 n 0000530526 00000 n I was certain I could go up; not 100% sure about safely coming down. as of January 27th there is a tree down across the access road. it was also wet and icy in spots..it's the end of November, so that was expected, but added to the challenge. make sure to prepare especially during winter just in case! 0000020154 00000 n Tumbledown Mountain is located in western Maine near Weld Village. Much harder than I expected. They don't call them sweatshirts for nothing! This close-quarters night battle was later dramatised in the BBC film Tumbledown. 0000197102 00000 n Beautiful winter day. Descent on the loop trail was not as steep as the hike up Loop, but in my opinion it was a still a difficult and slippery descent. A little slippery and windy today! Tumbledown Mountain is not the highest mountain in this area, but with three peaks, 700-foot cliffs and a pond (or mountain tarn) near the summit, Tumbledown stands out among its taller rivals. Loop up Brook down. 0000004664 00000 n The Brook trail is still strenuous but not as much as the Loop. 0000105379 00000 n Blue, rocky Little Jackson Mountain and heavily- forested Jackson Mountain on the Parker Ridge Trail before reaching the picturesque Tumbledown Pond at 2,670 feet. But if you're up for it the prize at the end is well worth the effort. I think people do it, but I have three kids, and there’s no way in hell I would do that. Went up to the chimney but no further. I hope you find this helpful. Hiked the loop yesterday. Used to fish for trout in pond back in high school. 0000332773 00000 n i��+%�8uQ��Nh�ʌO�~����;����&��=�Y1H�n�(�T-sI2�4�����j�RԼ*A��6����$�܊M��Y�ivE�Ea�()�ǃ�B���,@}��i ۹5~0 5�ޚ Out-and-Back. 0000035322 00000 n Ce sentier mène au lac Crater, également connu sous le nom d'étang Tumbledown. 0000400252 00000 n 0000008907 00000 n It’s worth noting that the loop trail really isn’t suitable for small children (let’s say under 8 yo), and would be super sketchy carrying a baby frankly. Explore 200,000+ Hiking Trails and Mountain Bike Routes • AllTrails has the largest collection of GPS trail maps, topo maps, and downloadable offline maps for trails in national parks and your own neighborhood 0000145963 00000 n We then descended via the Brook trail and the cars were right there at the end of the day. The pond is something everyone should see at least once. Added by Danielle Tourigny . 0000009060 00000 n 0000534938 00000 n The reality is you can make a loop out of all the trails that are available. Maine has its own unique vibe and appeal. Fat mans misery Is definitely a little dicey if you don’t have long legs lol. Blue, but those looking to explore the region will find a huge network of trails. 0000141623 00000 n This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. It’s just a section of trail (shrug emoji). But the pond is the big draw and it’s easy to … Wished we had a second car to save us but oh well! 0000007275 00000 n Beau sentier, beaucoup de temps au-dessus de la limite des arbres. did not pick a very good day to come out lol. 0000337657 00000 n The last 20 minutes to the top was absolutely grueling!! Whether it’s a hike or a cycling ride you’re after, AllTrails inspires you with trail maps for your next outdoor adventure. Refresh your self with a swim before you climb up to the tippy-top! &����:$�D����3 0000131037 00000 n If you don't have an insulated camelback, invest in one because winter is here. 0000006858 00000 n is a massif mountain with three distinctive peaks West, East and North. 0000160607 00000 n Not problematic to rock climbing. 0000534597 00000 n 3000 plus feet in the air rests a charming lake. <<5C99FC0ECA3E9348B8C831B853DC9751>]/Prev 1316506>> Fall is best but I have enjoyed snowshoeing in winter. Tumbledown Mountain : SummitPost.org : Climbing, hiking, mountaineering. 0000007414 00000 n I started by following the trail to the viewpoint on Hedgehog Hill, which is a subpeak of Tumbledown Dick. 0000018275 00000 n Also, I know camping was forbidden this year but I hope to camp up there next year!! 0000010565 00000 n Bing Maps has a collection of great trails with directions to trail heads as well as photos. Tumbledown offers views of cliff faces, bald ridges and closely-clustered peaks including Parker Ridge and Little Jackson. 0000010769 00000 n 0000141994 00000 n This was definitely a tough trail. It's not the tallest mountain in Maine, but exploring the area will provide some incredible views, beautiful plants and even a near-summit pond. 0000021143 00000 n The parking lot for this trail will be the first you come to when heading into the area from Weld. OR (and I highly recommend ) when you get to the top of the loop trail you can like a little detour to the left To the top of tumbledown Mountain it’s self (I think it’s about a half mile), check out the views, have lunch, then descend back down and over to where the pond is. 0000010883 00000 n I will for sure be doing this next year and probably every year to come until I can't anymore! alltrails.com/tumbledown-mountain | Google map Packing for the trek to this mountain summit should include swimming attire as the bonus of tackling Tumbledown is a … Bing Maps has a collection of great trails with directions to trail heads as well as photos. We recommend taking the Brook Trails which is just under 2 miles and slightly more accessible. Tumbledown Mountain is the signature natural feature of the sprawling 22,000-acre Tumbledown Public Lands unit a few miles west of Mt. 0000019570 00000 n 0000400627 00000 n Or, you can always choose the Brook Trail which offers an easy and direct route straight to the summit pond. 0000135561 00000 n There is a pit toilet at the beginning of the Brook Trail. xref 0000172349 00000 n The south face of Tumbledown is comprised of impressive 700+ foot cliffs which form the northern side of Byron Notch. he most visited mountain in Maine, Tumbledown needs no introduction. 0000007828 00000 n 0000012575 00000 n Super glad I wore creepers. Only two hours from Portland, Tumbledown Mountain is a perfect day hike if you are looking for something fairly short with 360 degree views! 0000079430 00000 n I was able to park about a mile away from the brook trail head, but it did add some unexpected extra time. parked at Brook. 0000045609 00000 n awesome trail, hiked it with some buddies today and it was strenuous for sure but not too hard. 0000008350 00000 n Jan 9, 2018 - This trail is not recommended for dogs due to the presence of a ladder and multiple sections that may require you to lift your dog. Tumbledown Mountain is a mountain in Franklin County, Maine.

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