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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. Search our interactive map by region, or browse by interest: coastal trails, summit hikes, local treasures, and more.

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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!

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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!

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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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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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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.

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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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Embrace Maine’s Winter Beauty: Four Hikes to Beat the Winter Blues

But isn’t it super cold out there? Yes, indeed! ❄

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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!

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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.

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Frozen Waterfalls: Discover Maine’s Winter Hidden Gems

Chasing frozen waterfalls? These six hikes to cascading ice across Maine are calling your name!

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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.

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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.

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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!