Little Wilson Falls is a series of three waterfalls on Little Wilson Stream as it flows through a dramatic slate gorge in Elliottsville Township. A 3-mile out-and-back hike leads to the largest of these waterfalls, which is known as the “upper falls” and is located on the Appalachian Trail. Read More
With so many snowshoe designs out there, selecting a pair to purchase for yourself or as a gift for someone can seem like a daunting task. To help, we reached out to experts at local outfitters for some tips. Read More
Hiding in vegetation to sneak up on prey? Sounds like a modern-day velociraptor to me. Read More
Rising just 583 feet above sea level, Day Mountain is one of the smallest mountains in Acadia National Park, yet it offers a lovely hike to open views. Read More
These destinations are perfect for beginners. Read More
In this strange story from the Maine wilderness, Appalachian Trail Hall of Famer David Field unravels a mystery and catches two “thieves” while maintaining a section of the famous trail. Read More
The leaves have fallen. The songbirds have flown south. Days are short. And the tourists have fled. Read More
Long Reach Preserve features one of the longest hiking trails in Harpswell — a 1.5-mile loop trail that explores two prominent bedrock ridges and the shore of Long Reach. Read More
In his backyard in Steuben, insect enthusiast Michael “Tony” Roberts has collected, identified and preserved thousands of moths. Now 78 years old, he’s donating his massive collection to science. Read More
The 21-minute film, produced by Portland-based 360 Media Ventures, showcases some of the state’s most spectacular and often overlooked outdoor recreation areas. Read More
Much of the trail travels near the banks of the Union River, which is visible through the trees. There’s no official path down to the water, but the trail does offer some nice views. Read More
Naturalist and author Glen Mittelhauser bumped into a swimming snake while conducting bird surveys off the Maine coast. Read More
This 0.9-mile trail is one of the many hikes located on the state-owned property, which encompasses 43,000 acres about halfway between Moosehead and Millinocket. Read More
You step off trail and get turned around. Dense vegetation blocks your view. Your heartbeat quickens. Your mind races. What should you do? Read More
There’s a problem on Maine islands. Read More
The forest features a large network of intersecting trails and gravel roads that are open to running, hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Read More
Historic signs from the park are up for bid in an annual online auction and fundraiser organized by the nonprofit organization Friends of Baxter State Park. Read More
For many people, it’s a challenging time to find the motivation to get outside and exercise, but there are so many fun outdoor events are happening throughout the state. Read More
Hunter orange is a vibrant color with one job: to keep people visible. Read More
Turtle Ridge rises above Sing Sing Pond in Nahmakanta Public Lands, and its dramatic cliffs serve as a beautiful backdrop to the water. Read More
