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Exploring Timber Point Trail: Coastal Hiking in Biddeford, Maine
If I had to describe Timber Point in one word—it would be tranquil. The 100+ acres of salt marsh, forest, and rocky beach are the perfect place to reconnect with nature—surrounded by crashing waves and blooming flowers. Kids and kids at heart will love listening for wildlife and combing the beach for unique treasures.
Scenic Spring Walking Trails in Southern Maine
Spring is a very *interesting* season. The weather fluctuates regularly, which can cause some really messy hiking conditions in the mountains. While i’m waiting for hiking trails to get sorted out, I like to shake things up by exploring local walking trails during the months of April and May and I encourage you to do the same! So without further ado, here are some scenic walking trails that you can add to your list for this Spring!
Hiking Pleasant Mountain via Southwest Ridge Trail
Pleasant Mountain is a heavily trafficked network of trails that reach up to 2006ft in elevation. Pleasant Mountain the tallest mountain in Southern Maine. It is accessible year-round and dog-friendly, offering hiking, walking, snowshoeing, bird watching, and trail running. It’s a great option for day hiking that provides great views of Western Maine and the whites.
Sebago Lake Land Reserve
Gilsland Farm Audubon Center & Trails
Fuller Farm Trails
Best Southern Maine Fall Hikes: 3 Trails for Peak Foliage
Southern Maine is the perfect Fall destination—home to amazing breweries, apple orchards, corn mazes, cider donuts, festivals, and plenty of foliage. It’s also home to scenic hiking trails that range from easy to moderate and offer stunning foliage views. So, without further ado, here are three of my favorite Southern Maine Fall foliage hikes.
Shaw Cherry Hill Farm Trails
Hiking Pismere Mountain
Hiking Hedgehog Mountain
Hiking Rattlesnake Mountain
Hiking Douglas Mountain
Hiking Family-Friendly Bradbury Mountain in Pownal, Maine
Located just ten minutes away from Freeport in Bradbury Mountain State Park, Bradbury Mountain is beloved by both locals and tourists for its wide, gentle sloping trails that provide hikers with a leisurely hiking experience. The family-friendly trails and fantastic summit views make for a great day spent outdoors.
Hiking Bald Pate Mountain in the Sebago Lake Region of Maine
Located NorthWest of Sebago Lake, Bald Pate Preserve is home to a 6.7-mile trail network that offers numerous trail options for summiting Bald Pate Mountain that range from easy to moderate. Each trail offers a unique view of surrounding mountains, ponds, and lakes. The summit of Bald Pate Mountain provides several views of the Sebago Lake region.
Libby River Farm Trails
Horton Woods Trails
Exploring The Saco Heath Preserve: A Unique Bog Trail In Southern Maine
In this blog post, I will share everything you need to know before visiting the Saco Heath Preserve—including how to access the trailhead, parking information, trail descriptions, and the best time to visit.