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Hiking Big Moose Mountain in Moosehead Lake Region: What to Pack, Trail Descriptions, and Best Nearby Eats

Big Moose Mountain is a rugged hike that provides rewarding views of the scenic Moosehead Lake region. Historically referred to as Squaw Mountain, this mountain was home to one of the nation’s first fire towers and two fire warden cabins—one of which is still (kind of) standing today.

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Hiking Doubletop Mountain in Baxter State Park: What to Pack, Trail Descriptions, and Insider Tips

Doubletop Mountain is one of my favorite quiet hiking trails in Baxter State Park—and for good reason! A fantastic alternative to hiking Katahdin—this trail provides hikers with stunning views of The Brothers, Katahdin, OJI, and Nesowadnehunk Stream. Hikers have three trail options—all of which provide a challenging climb.

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The Best Hike In Baxter State Park: Breathtaking Chimney Pond Trail

In this blog post, I will share everything you need to know before hiking to Chimney Pond in Baxter State Park—including reservation tips, how to access the trailhead, parking information, trail descriptions, campground information, as well as several insider tips for visiting Baxter State Park.

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Hiking Table Rock in Grafton Notch State Park

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How to Choose a Hiking Backpack

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Hiking Mystery Mountain

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What to Wear Winter Hiking in Maine

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Maine Winter Hiking Essentials

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Maine Waterfall Hike: Step Falls in Newry Maine

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Cutler Coast Public Land

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Baxter State Park Backpacking Checklist

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Maine Waterfall Hike: Angel Falls

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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!

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The 10 Maine Hiking Essentials: What to Pack and Wear for Hiking in Maine

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Twin Bridges Preserve

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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.