Hiking in Portland, ME
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This loop across the peaks of two of the highest peaks on Mount Desert Island provides unobstructed views along the ridge and a wonderful hike along the iconic Jordan Pond.
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Only five minutes north of Portland, Gilsland Farm is a wonderful place for families to hike and enjoy learning about nature.
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Just 10 minutes from Portland and home of the Mackworth Island Community Village (for the fairies), this is a great destination for families or for anyone looking for relaxing seaside hike.
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Escape Acadia National Park's crowded eastern portion and head to Acadia Mountain and St. Sauveur. These two mountains provide wonderful views of Somes Sound, the only fjord on the East coast of the United States.
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Pleasant Mountain sits in Denmark, Maine. The climb is steep, but provides nice views of the surrounding area throughout.
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Blueberry Mountain is a great hike with good views at the top. However, the highlight of this hike is a swim in Rattlesnake Pool.
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Speckled Mountain sits in the Maine portion of the White Mountain National Forest. It provides a good hike with rewarding views of the surrounding peaks, including a glimpse of Mt. Washington.
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The vast western region called the Lakes and Mountains claims a fair share of these waterways, with endless falls and swimming holes that invite lazy afternoons by the river. Here are 12 of our favorites for swimming, hiking, and riverside picnics.
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Get ready to fall in love with Monhegan Island’s New England charm and rugged good looks.
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Veer off the beaten path and head right up the Maine Coast, take U.S. Route 1 between Portland and Bar Harbor.
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From a tiny farmhouse brewery in the woods to a rowdy bar with an oyster shell floor, there’s a Maine ale-and-trail experience for every kind of adventurer.
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