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Looking for the best hikes in Maine? Whether you're chasing mountaintop views, hidden waterfalls, or peaceful forest walks, you're in the right place. At Maine Hikes, we curate themed trail guides to help you explore Maine's wild beauty, from easy family hikes to multi-day backpacking treks.
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5 Great Hikes Near Damariscotta, Maine For Every Season
Check out some local adventures along every corner of the Damariscotta River, where people have lived for millennia (and the evidence abounds)!
3 Beautiful Hiking Trails Near Bath, Maine
Kennebec Estuary Land Trust protects tidal marshes, salt ponds, and oak‑studded trails where eagles wheel and seals spy. Check out these midcoast gems!
3 Easy Coastal Hikes You Can’t Miss In Boothbay Harbor
Boothbay has some epic hiking too. Here are 3 hikes to prove it!
Land Trust Spotlight #8: Kennebunkport Conservation Trust
Kennebunkport has some under-the-radar hiking. The babbling brooks are calling your name.
Land Trust Spotlight #7: 7 Lakes Alliance
Central Maine has some epic hiking too. Here are 4 hikes to prove it!
Dodge Point Preserve: A Forest-to-Coast Hike in Midcoast Maine
Hike Dodge Point Preserve in Newcastle, Maine: forest tunnels, Ice Pond, ocean views, and a hidden beach. A must-do Midcoast Maine trail adventure!
Land Trust Spotlight #6: York Land Trust
Explore tidal rivers, spot rare birds, and marvel at the shagbark hickories at York Land Trust’s broad array of hiking trails!
Nine Unforgettable Coastal Sunset Hikes in Maine
9 hikes to experience a sunset over the ocean in Maine, a rare and unforgettable experience in our Atlantic-facing state!
Land Trust Spotlight #5: Royal River Conservation Trust
Check out the diverse and easy-to-get-to Royal River Conservation Trust trails, spanning across Durham, Gray, Falmouth, Yarmouth, New Gloucester, Auburn, and North Yarmouth!
Land Trust Spotlight #4: Portland Trails
The fourth article in our Land Trust Spotlight Series — Portland Trails!
Land Trust Spotlight #3: Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust
The third article in our Land Trust Spotlight Series — Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust!
The Perfect 3-Day Acadia Hiking (And More!) Itinerary 🏔️🌊🚶♂️
Acadia’s must-see sights in an epic 3-day adventure.
3 Serene Winter Walks in Downeast Maine
Winter walks in Downeast, Maine. Check out 3 of our favorites!
Land Trust Spotlight #2: Maine Coast Heritage Trust
The second article in our Land Trust Spotlight Series; an effort to chronicle the importance of land trusts across Maine! Featuring Maine Coast Heritage Trust
Land Trust Spotlight #1: Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust
The first article in our Land Trust Spotlight Series; an effort to chronicle the importance of land trusts across Maine! Featuring Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust.
Beacons and Trails: 6 Hikes to Maine’s Most Picturesque Lighthouses
These iconic hikes featuring lighthouses each bring a unique history, construction, and scenery to the Maine coast.
Gardens Aglow + Perfect Winter Hikes in Boothbay
Gardens Aglow in Boothbay is an essential Maine holiday light experience — and it’s even better when you pair it with some hidden hiking gems just minutes away!
Freeport, Maine: A Holiday Haven with Stunning Hikes
Freeport is an epic holiday destination for L.L.Bean’s Northern Lights and Freeport Village shops’ deals and decor. But the hikes may be even better!
5 Iconic Boardwalk Hikes For Any Season
Boardwalks in Maine are a trail staple. Discover some of the best with this fun checklist!