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Hikers find Tumbledown Mountain Trail in Byron, Maine to be challenging with steep, technical sections and boulders towards the top. Recent conditions include wet rocks due to rain, slippery paths, and faint blazes; Horseflies and bugs at the peak may be present. The Pond at the summit is a rewarding view.
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- Byron, Maine, United States
Tumbledown Mountain is one of the most popular trails in Maine for its challenging rugged hike, the infamous “fat man’s misery” section, the excellent views from its summit and ridge line and the gorgeous alpine pond situated between the top of Tumbledown Mountain and Little Jackson Mountain.
The Tumbledown Mountain and Little Jackson Mountain trail network is composed of six trails and two official trailheads and provides advanced hiking to some of the most unique features in Western Maine.
Tumbledown Ridge Trail. The Tumbledown Ridge Trail starts at the pond outlet and traverses East Peak, descends to a saddle where it meets the Loop Trail, and continues to the summit of West Peak. This trail can be used with the Loop Trail and the Brook Trail to make a nice loop hike.
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- 44.74917°N / 70.54253°W
- 3068 ft / 935 m
- Mountain/Rock
Explore this 4.4-mile out-and-back trail near Byron, Maine. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 33 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
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- Byron, Maine, United States
May 21, 2020 · Tumbledown Mountain (3,068 ft) in Weld, Maine, is a beloved hike to many Mainers, due to its accessibility and the unique nature of Tumbledown Pond near the summit (this pond is a geological feature called a “tarn”).
hikers to a half-mile bald ridgeline with some of the best western mountain views in the state, and is followed by a gentle descent to picturesque Tumbledown Pond. Both the mountain and the pond are rich with natural history and legend, and Tumbledown’s flanks and twin summits are home to a striking variety of natural
