The "Quiet Side"
Echo Lake Overlook Trail
Once you reach the top of the overlook trail you can see in all directions. Top right, looking south, down on Echo Lake. Slightly southeast is Northeast Harbor and coastal islands. Looking north, above, you see the northern part of Echo Lake. The day was warm and clear allowing one to linger and enjoy the view. Echo Lake is the one bus stop that gives you immediate access to mountain trails on the west side of the park. From here the trails all connect to lead you to Beech, Mansell, and Bernard Mountains. Except for Beech Mountain (see next page) a hike to the others are quite long from the Echo Lake trailhead. You can drive to the other trails at the south end of Long Pond.
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