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Nov 194 min read

Pleasant Mountain via Bald Peak to North Ridge Trail (Sue's Way)

This post was written in April 2022. I learned three things today: 1. Adventures in large groups can be fun - as long as you're...

Oct 293 min read

Mountain Hikes

Mount Major, NH

Mount Major is the easternmost peak of the Belknap Range, located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, just south of the White Mountains...

Oct 202 min read

Mountain Hikes

Mount Pisgah, VT

This 4.5-mile out-and-back hike involves a steady ascent to stunning views of Lake Willoughby, one of the deepest lakes in the...

Oct 143 min read

Dog-Friendly

Dog Mountain, Vermont

Located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, this mountain is a utopia for dogs and dog lovers. The place is filled with so much joy and...

Oct 72 min read

Mountain Hikes

Mount Willard Trail, NH

For a moderately short hike, this trail offers a spectacular reward. The 3.3-mile out-and-back reaches the summit of Mount Willard with...

Sep 292 min read

Accessible Trails

Basin Cascade Trail, NH

The Basin is a glacial pothole, 30 feet in diameter and 15 feet deep, located along the Pemigawasset River in Franconia Notch, New...

Madame Sherri's Forest and Castle, Chesterfield, NH

Sep 175 min read

Mountain Hikes

Madame Sherri's Forest and Castle, Chesterfield, NH

When I first saw a photo of the free standing arched staircase tucked in the woods of New Hampshire, it was promptly added to my list of...

Blueberry Mountain and Rattlesnake Pool, Maine

Sep 74 min read

Mountain Hikes

Blueberry Mountain and Rattlesnake Pool, Maine

Located near Stow in Western Maine, this out-and-back hike is just over five miles with an elevation gain of 1,257 feet. The summit...

Beech Mountain South Ridge Loop, Southwest Harbor

Aug 283 min read

Mountain Hikes

Beech Mountain South Ridge Loop, Southwest Harbor

This moderate, 2.5-mile hike in Acadia National Park includes incredible views, mossy woodlands, a fire tower, easy parking and...

Gorham Mountain Loop, Acadia National Park

Aug 213 min read

Mountain Hikes

Gorham Mountain Loop, Acadia National Park

This spectacular 3-mile loop near Bar Harbor includes a moderate climb to the 525-foot summit of Gorham Mountain with sweeping views of...

Castle in the Clouds Brook Walk via Turtleback Mountain Trail

Aug 163 min read

Mountain Hikes

Castle in the Clouds Brook Walk via Turtleback Mountain Trail

This dog-friendly, 1.8-mile loop includes five spectacular waterfalls! The Brook Walk is part of a larger 28-mile trail network located...

Aug 62 min read

Mountain Hikes

Thundering Brook Falls Killington, VT

This short 0.5-mile out-and-back trail along a well-maintained boardwalk leads to the sixth tallest waterfall in Vermont, with 140 feet...

Camden Hills State Park: Mt Megunticook, Maiden Cliff & Mt Battie Loop

Jul 296 min read

Mountain Hikes

Camden Hills State Park: Mt Megunticook, Maiden Cliff & Mt Battie Loop

This daylong adventure had me on a wild goose chase to find the mysterious monument for Elenora French, the young girl who fell from...

Champney Falls Trail, White Mountain National Forest

Jul 234 min read

Mountain Hikes

Champney Falls Trail, White Mountain National Forest

I'm having a hard time containing my excitement about this trail, so get ready for a lineup of exclamation marks! This lollipop loop...

Jul 162 min read

Local Trails

Cliff Trail, Harpswell

This rugged trail includes 150-ft cliffs overlooking Long Reach Reserve's unnamed island, a fairy house village, a short walk along...

Jun 292 min read

Dog-Friendly

Dog-Friendly Hikes in New England

If you enjoy hiking with dogs and exploring quaint towns in Maine and surrounding states, I have news for you. I'm working on a new trail...

May 273 min read

Local Trails

Mill Brook Preserve, Westbrook

All hail the alewives! They have arrived at Mill Brook Preserve to make their annual migration to Highland Lake. These impressive fish...

Apr 292 min read

Local Trails

Kennebunk Bridle Path

This 5.6 mile out-and-back trail leads to the beautiful Madelyn Marx Preserve near the Kennebunk beaches. The wide, flat trail was once a...

Apr 232 min read

Dog-Friendly

Raymond Community Forest

The truth of it is, Maine trails and forests are not at their finest this time of year. Shoulder seasons offer dull browns, bare trees...

Apr 153 min read

Local Trails

Ovens Mouth Preserve, Boothbay

This place was so magical, I just kept waiting for the fairies and mermaids to appear. That didn't happen, but at least we still had...

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