Hiking activities in Maine

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   Portland Trails

   • Portland, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   Thanks to the hard work of the conservation organization Portland Trails, there are more than 30 miles of multi-use trails sprinkled about the Greater Portland area, with another 20 miles on the horizon. One of the most popular paths is the 3.5-mile Back Cove Loop, which provides excellent water and city views northwest of the city center. This trail connects to the Eastern Promenade, a 2.1-mile paved waterfront path that follows a former railway, just east of East End. For a complete rundown of trails (26 in all), with maps, visit the Portland Trails website or purchase their Portland Trails Map & Guide ($4.95).

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2. Bald Mountain

   • Bangor, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   A moderate 1.4-mile hike up this lone mountain (1234ft) yields spectacular views over the countryside; there's a fire tower you can climb for better views. Reach the trailhead by taking Wilson St/ME 1A southeast just past ME 46 and turn right onto Upper Dedham Rd; go 2.5 miles and veer left onto Dedham Rd; the trailhead is another 3.5 miles on the left.

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3. Grafton Notch State Park

   • Bethel, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   If you're ready for a hike, head to this park north of Bethel for pretty mountain scenery, waterfalls and lots of trails of varying lengths.

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4. St Saveur-Flying Mountain Loop Trail

   • Acadia National Park, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   For a walk on the more secluded 'backside' of the island, try the St Saveur-Flying Mountain Loop Trail. Make sure you wear proper hiking boots to avoid an injury.

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5. Mt Will Trail

   • Bethel, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   The Mt Will Trail is a hiking trail that starts east of Bethel and ascends to mountain ledges with fine views of the Androscoggin Valley.

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7. The Beehive

   • Acadia National Park, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   For a nice, easy hike, consider making the quick (20-minute) ascent of The Beehive.

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   Portland Trails

   • Portland, USA
   • Activities › Hiking

   Thanks to the hard work of the conservation organization Portland Trails, there are more than 30 miles of multi-use trails sprinkled about the Greater Portland area, with another 20 miles on the horizon. One of the most popular paths is the 3.5-mile Back Cove Loop, which provides excellent water and city views northwest of the city center. This trail connects to the Eastern Promenade, a 2.1-mile paved waterfront path that follows a former railway, just east of East End. For a complete rundown of trails (26 in all), with maps, visit the Portland Trails website or purchase their Portland Trails Map & Guide ($4.95).

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