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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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Midcoast, South Coast, Downeast, Coastal Hikes, Sunrise & Sunset, Acadia National Park, Easy Hikes, Dog Friendly, Kid & Family Friendly, Hidden Gems, Lighthouses Maine Hikes Staff Midcoast, South Coast, Downeast, Coastal Hikes, Sunrise & Sunset, Acadia National Park, Easy Hikes, Dog Friendly, Kid & Family Friendly, Hidden Gems, Lighthouses Maine Hikes Staff

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!

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South Coast, Coastal Hikes, Hidden Gems, Land Trust Spotlight Series, Easy Hikes, Kid & Family Friendly, Birding, Waterfalls, Dog Friendly, Portland Area Maine Hikes Staff South Coast, Coastal Hikes, Hidden Gems, Land Trust Spotlight Series, Easy Hikes, Kid & Family Friendly, Birding, Waterfalls, Dog Friendly, Portland Area Maine Hikes Staff

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!

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South Coast, Highlands, Great North, Midcoast, Downeast, 100 Mile Wilderness, 4000 Footers, Acadia National Park, Appalachian Trail, Baxter State Park, Challenging Hikes, Coastal Hikes, Katahdin, Lighthouses, Swimming Holes, Waterfalls, Winter Hiking, Mountains & Summits Maine Hikes South Coast, Highlands, Great North, Midcoast, Downeast, 100 Mile Wilderness, 4000 Footers, Acadia National Park, Appalachian Trail, Baxter State Park, Challenging Hikes, Coastal Hikes, Katahdin, Lighthouses, Swimming Holes, Waterfalls, Winter Hiking, Mountains & Summits Maine Hikes

The Maine 25: An Iconic Hiking Bucket List

Explore 25 of Maine’s most iconic hikes with this epic list!

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South Coast, Birding, Waterfalls, Easy Hikes, Dog Friendly, Kid & Family Friendly, Land Trust Spotlight Series, Hidden Gems, Fishing, Accessible Hikes, Portland Area Bailey O'Brien South Coast, Birding, Waterfalls, Easy Hikes, Dog Friendly, Kid & Family Friendly, Land Trust Spotlight Series, Hidden Gems, Fishing, Accessible Hikes, Portland Area Bailey O'Brien

Land Trust Spotlight #4: Portland Trails

The fourth article in our Land Trust Spotlight Series — Portland Trails!

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Midcoast, South Coast, Great North, Highlands, Backpacking, Appalachian Trail, Fishing, 100 Mile Wilderness, Baxter State Park, Swimming Holes, Waterfalls, Hidden Gems Maine Hikes Staff Midcoast, South Coast, Great North, Highlands, Backpacking, Appalachian Trail, Fishing, 100 Mile Wilderness, Baxter State Park, Swimming Holes, Waterfalls, Hidden Gems Maine Hikes Staff

6 Incredible Backcountry Hikes With Fly Fishing in Maine 🎣

6 perfect hikes to experience Maine’s outdoor heritage through fly fishing.

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Midcoast, Downeast, South Coast, Land Trust Spotlight Series, Hidden Gems, Coastal Hikes, Easy Hikes, Kid & Family Friendly, Birding Michelle Hennessey Midcoast, Downeast, South Coast, Land Trust Spotlight Series, Hidden Gems, Coastal Hikes, Easy Hikes, Kid & Family Friendly, Birding Michelle Hennessey

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

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