Hiking & Nature Walks

The region is home to many walking and hiking opportunities. From nature walks to the most strenuous climbs, every step you take there is a scenic view waiting for you. Remember please take only pictures and leave only footprints. Here is some more information on several of our “famous” walks and hikes from around our region.

Baxter State Park offers day hikes for all ability levels, trails here span from sea level to the peak of Mt. Katahdin, which stands 5,268 feet tall. This peak marks the end of the Appalachian Trail and is the tallest peak in the state of Maine. For more information on day hikes or hiking the Appalachian Trail, please visit – www.BaxterStateParkAuthority.com.

Gulf Hagas is a hidden gem in our region. Known to locals as the “Grand Canyon” of the East, it is an eight and a half mile loop that includes views of waterfalls, chutes and pools along the way. The canyon itself is over four miles long and has 300-400 foot high slate walls. For more information, please visit:

Elephant Mountain is a very historic hike that is in the Moosehead Lake region. This hike ends at the crash of a B-52 plane that was left on the mountain and still remains today.

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