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Hiking Trails & Outfitters

Whether conquering Katahdin, backpacking through the woods or just strolling along, Maine offers a spectacular variety of hiking opportunities throughout the state. Seasoned hikers seek out tougher hiking trails that may include overnight camping along the way, while light hikers can find simple hiking trails or walking trails to just idle away a few hours.

The state’s vast network of state parks and public lands provide many hiking trails that are managed by the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands. Go to the State Park search page for plenty of information, including hiking maps for state parks.

Located on Mt. Desert Island, Acadia National Park encompasses over 47,000 acres of granite-domed mountains, woodlands, lakes and ponds, and ocean shoreline. Acadia offers 120 miles of hiking trails ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous. Terrain varies from rugged shoreline and deep woods, to open mountain summits with views of the ocean and outer islands. Hike to the top of Cadillac Mountain to enjoy a spectacular sunrise over Frenchman’s Bay (the first place in the United States to see the sunrise) or explore some of the quieter, more secluded mountain paths.

The Maine chapter of The Nature Conservancy oversees jurisdiction of dozens of spectacular hiking sites, part of its role in protecting more than 870,000 acres throughout the state.

The Maine Audubon Society is known for its schedule of moderately priced, spectacular Maine field trips.

The Appalachian Trail winds 276 miles through Maine, and offers 40 campsites along the way, each about a day’s hike apart. The Maine Appalachian Trail Club, produces the essential Guide to the Appalachian Trail in Maine, which includes seven trail maps.

Maine truly has a trail for every hiker. Come experience the great outdoors of Maine.

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