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Find the Best Hikes in Maine, From Easy Family Walks to Multi-day Coastal Adventures
Looking for the best hikes in Maine? Whether you’re chasing mountaintop views, hidden waterfalls, or peaceful forest walks, this is your home base for discovering unforgettable adventures. At Maine Hikes, we curate themed trail guides that help you explore Maine’s wild beauty—from easy hikes for kids to multi-day backpacking treks. Use our interactive hiking map to search by region, or browse articles by interest—coastal trails, summit hikes, local treasures, and more. Wherever you roam, our trails celebrate Maine’s rich outdoor heritage, unique ecosystems, and stunning scenery. Ready to find your next favorite hike in Maine? Start exploring now.
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Hidden Hiking Gems: Five 5-Mile Hikes in Maine
Discover five hidden hiking trails in Maine, each around five miles, from quiet coastal cliffs to remote forest ridgelines. Add these under-the-radar hikes to your bucket list; you might even spot a moose!
The Maine 25: An Iconic Hiking Bucket List
Explore 25 of Maine’s most iconic hikes with this epic list!
The Maine “Scenic 7” Hiking Challenge
Maine’s “Scenic 7” trails are lesser-known treks off the beaten path. Start the challenge today!
Land Trust Spotlight #3: Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust
The third article in our Land Trust Spotlight Series — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust!
6 Incredible Backcountry Hikes With Fly Fishing in Maine 🎣
6 perfect hikes to experience Maine’s outdoor heritage through fly fishing.
Embrace Maine’s Winter Beauty: Four Hikes to Beat the Winter Blues
But isn’t it super cold out there? Yes, indeed! ❄
5 Winter Hikes Near Maine’s Most Romantic Stays💌
Fall in love with nature (or a significant other, I guess) on Maine’s unique trails!
Your Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Maine’s Bigelow Traverse
Been wanting to bag the Bigelows? You’ve come to the right place!
Frozen Waterfalls: Discover Maine’s Winter Hidden Gems
Chasing frozen waterfalls? These six hikes to cascading ice across Maine are calling your name!
5 Epic Kid-Friendly Trails Across Maine
Have the kiddos earn that Halloween candy with these kid-friendly hikes that still boast breathtaking views!
6 Fall Foliage Hikes in Maine Worth the Effort
Challenge accepted. Oh, and we tossed in some recommended dates for each hike to hit those peak colors perfectly!
5 Secret Maine Beaches You Can’t Drive To
Looking for a fun hike to a peaceful, hidden beach in Maine? You've come to the right place!
The 5 Best Waterfall Hikes in Maine (under 3 miles)
Discover a new majestic Maine waterfall through these quick hikes — all around Maine!
7 of the Best Dog-friendly Hiking Trails in Maine (under 5 miles)
What better way to hike than with your pup? Here are some dog-friendly hikes for convenient and exciting hiking!