The Triad, Acadia National Park

At 698 feet, the summit of this little triangular-peaked mountain is fairly quick to reach (about 1 mile from Jordan Pond along the shortest...

Oak Hill Conservation Area, Fayette

I was expecting a more breathless hike up Oak Hill and was pleasantly surprised by how gentle the climb was (from ~600 feet elevation...

Roger Guerette Community Trail, Winthrop

 This trail is a fabulous resource for the town, and, as far as I can tell, greatly beloved and well used by locals...

Carlton Pond Trails, Readfield

A footpath follows the shoreline of Carlton Pond for almost two-thirds its length, allowing hikers the chance to spend time on this quiet, undeveloped...

Gilman Falls, Windham

The 1.2-mile unmarked walk to a dam and rapids follows a Snowmobile/ATV track most of the way — including a stretch along the power...

Northeast Harbor Trails, Mount Desert Island

These are moody trails in mossy, cool, and shaded forest. The paths are narrow and wind around the surprisingly hilly area. I imagine the...

Mt. Tuck Preserve, Stockton Springs

The 1.8-mile hike to the summit of the 565-foot Mt. Tuck is fairly easy going. At the end, you can enjoy views of Penobscot...

Abagadasset River View, Bowdoinham

Though these trails may not be in the best condition when you visit, persevere if you can! I recommend coming out here in the...

Harvey Brook Trail, Freeport

The 0.9-mile-ish trail loops around a preserve behind a subdivision, bringing you up to high ground from which you can look down a very...

Simpson Woods, Freeport

Along this peaceful and short forested walk, you will see old stone walls, some mature trees, and a curving stream. Elizabeth Simpson donated the...
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