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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 North and South Bubble: Iconic Views of Jordan Pond in Acadia National Park
If you’re looking for a short hike with a great view in Acadia National Park—the North and South Bubble Trail should be at the top of your list. Located near Jordan Pond, this scenic route rewards hikers with panoramic views of Acadia’s rugged landscape and one of Acadia’s most photographed spot—Bubble Rock.
Hiking Mansell & Bernard Mountain
Hiking Pismere Mountain
Hiking Hedgehog 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 Mountain and Speckled Mountain in Milton Township
If you’re looking for a quiet Western Maine hike with fantastic views—look no further than Bald and Speckled Mountain. Adventurers can tackle the shorter Bald Mountain Loop Trail, which provides great views of nearby mountains and ponds, or continue onto Speckled Mountain, which rewards hikers with impressive Western Maine views for a moderate effort.
Hiking Bald Pate Mountain Preserve in the Sebago Lakes 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 Preserve Trails in Scarborough Maine
Libby River Preserve in Scarborough Maine is such a unique outdoor destination; this 90-acre preserve is home to open fields, wetlands, an observation deck, an abundance of birds, and fantastic views of the Libby River and Scarborough Marsh. Just a short drive from nearby cities—this preserve has a little something for every outdoor adventurer.
Horton Woods Wildlife Preserve in Saco Maine
Horton Woods Wildlife Preserve in Saco Maine is one of my favorite trail networks in Southern Maine—and for good reason! This 100-acre preserve is home to dense forest, marshes, streams, wetlands, fields, and so much more! It’s the perfect spot to bring the kids and dog to unwind and connect with nature.
Hiking Puzzle Mountain in Scenic Newry Maine
Puzzle Mountain in Newry Maine provides some of the most exceptional, unique hiking views of Grafton Notch State Park. Part of the 9,993-acre Mahoosuc Ecological Reserve, this scenic trail is known for its open ledges, beautiful forest, and stunning Western Maine views.
Hiking Champlain Mountain in Acadia National Park
Known as one of the best sunrise hikes in Acadia—Champlain Mountain is a challenging yet rewarding hike for outdoor enthusiasts. Hikers can choose from several different trails, all of which provide sweeping views of Frenchman bay and surrounding islands. Make sure to wear or pack a wind breaker for this hike—great ocean views go hand-in-hand with generous ocean winds!
Hiking Bald Mountain Trail in Washington Township, Maine
Bald Mountain is one of Maine’s most rewarding short hikes, with sweeping views that make the effort to reach the summit worthwhile. The trail winds through quiet forest before opening to rocky ledges, which provide almost 360-degree views of beautiful Western Maine mountains and lakes on a clear day.
Maine Waterfall Hike: The Cataracts
In this blog post, I will share everything you need to know before visiting The Cataracts—including how to access the trailhead, parking information, trail descriptions, the best time to visit, and my favorite nearby restaurants.
Gorham Mountain: A Must-Do Hike in Acadia National Park for Stunning Coastal Views
Experience one of Acadia National Park’s best hikes! Gorham Mountain features rocky terrain, large boulders, caves, and a rewarding summit with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.