Highland Farm Preserve delights visitors with its excellent combination of natural beauty and centuries-old European settlement history. Located next to Boulter Pond in York, the preserve houses a network of seven different trails, all of which can be accessed via the trailhead on ME-91 W (Cider Hill Road). These trails allow hikers to explore a Read More
Wildlife Watching
Maine is home to many iconic species of wildlife—the Common Loon, black bears, Canada lynx, Osprey, and of course, moose! Exploring Maine's outdoors often offers you a glimpse of these beautiful creatures. Learn more about Maine wildlife in our Creature Feature. Explore these locations for a chance to see Maine's wildlife up close. Please remember to leave their nests, dens, and young offspring alone if you come across them while exploring.
Height of Land
This property’s key feature is an overlook located right off the Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway. With breathtaking views of the surrounding lakes, mountains, and forests, this overlook is one of the most spectacular in all of New England. It is a popular spot for photographers and artists eager to capture the natural beauty of Read More
High Island Preserve
High Island Preserve is located just off the eastern shore of St. George near the confluence of Tenant’s Harbor and Long Cove. After decades of interest and effort, Maine Coast Heritage Trust was finally able to purchase the island in 2016 with the help of a grant from the Land for Maine’s Future program. The Read More
Four Seasons Trail
The Four Seasons property is located in Madawaska, which directly borders Canada and is one of the northernmost towns in the state. It presents cross-country skiers with nearly nine miles of groomed trails, most of which are easy or moderately difficult and include both skate and classic lanes. The property is owned and operated by Read More
Timber Point Trail (Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge)
Timber Point Trail is a 1.4-mile Universally Accessible Trail on Timber Point at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. The trail leads past salt marshes, mudflats, shrublands, rocky shores, and mixed deciduous forests. An elevated platform is located along the trail to provide visitors with views of the Little River, the estuary, islands, salt marches, Read More
Prescott Field Trail System Accessible Trail
High Peaks Alliance and University of Maine Farmington created this 0.6-mile Universally Accessible Trail as a part of the trail system around Prescott Field located on the University of Maine Farmington’s campus. The trail starts in a river floodplain and takes visitors through a silver maple forest, across a bridge, and to a swimming spot Read More
Oak Point Farm
Oak Point Farm boasts stunning natural landscapes and opportunities for wildlife watching in the forest and fields and along the coast. Year-round activities are available at Oak Point Farm. A one-mile looped trail travels the perimeter of the property and passes by a dock and a float on the ocean, which has space for visitors Read More
Peabody-Fitch Woods
The Loon Echo Land Trust manages Peabody-Fitch Woods, which are available to the public all year long for free. There is much to do here. In addition to enjoying the gorgeous views, there are many opportunities to birdwatch and observe other wildlife. Dogs are permitted on the trails if they are leashed, so hikers can Read More
Crocker Mountain
The 12,050-acre Crocker Mountain property is located in the town of Carrabassett Valley and houses three of the tallest mountains in Maine: Crocker, South Crocker, and Sugarloaf. It is part of the largest high-elevation forest in the state and includes a 10-mile section of the Appalachian Trail. The Trust for Public Land (TPL) led a Read More
