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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!
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!
The Maine 25: An Iconic Hiking Bucket List
Explore 25 of Maine’s most iconic hikes with this epic list!
Exploring the Quiet Side of Acadia 🤫🌄🌊
Escape the crowds on these trails less traveled in Acadia National Park.
6 Incredible Backcountry Hikes With Fly Fishing in Maine 🎣
6 perfect hikes to experience Maine’s outdoor heritage through fly fishing.
Cutler Coast: A Backpacking Adventure or Stunning Day Hike
The Cutler Coast of Maine should be on your backpacking bucket list.
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!
7 Hikes With Stunning Views Near Portland, Maine🥾🌲
These 7 hikes take you into the Maine wilderness in just a short drive from Portland - and each offers a unique, spectacular view.
Embrace Maine’s Winter Beauty: Four Hikes to Beat the Winter Blues
But isn’t it super cold out there? Yes, indeed! ❄
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!
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.
Winter Hiking in Camden: A Coastal Maine Wonderland
As “quintessential Maine” as it gets! Strap on those microspikes and hit these winter adventures in the Camden area of midcoast Maine, each with its own spectacular view.
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!
Ultimate Guide to Winter Hiking in Acadia National Park
Ever hiked Acadia in winter? Here are 8 magical trails to conquer without the crowds!
Exploring Monhegan Island: 3 Must-Hike Trails for Every Nature Lover
Monhegan Island boasts 165 foot cliffs with sweeping, unobstructed views of the Atlantic. ‘nuff said!
5 Iconic Boardwalk Hikes For Any Season
Boardwalks in Maine are a trail staple. Discover some of the best with this fun checklist!