Our Top 3 Trails in Camden Hills State Park
Camden Maine is not only known as the ‘Jewel of the
MidCoast’, it is also known as where the ‘Mountains Meet the Sea’. The MidCoast area has so many
great mountain and sea activities, Lighthouses, lobsters and hiking make for a fantastic itinerary. This
seaside village is home to a 5,710-acre public recreation area known as Camden Hills State
Park. The park is a year-round destination for nature lovers and hikers. The
park has views of the bay, lake, and surrounding hills. The trails vary in difficulty and perfect for any level
of hiker. Not a hiker, no worries, take your car up the 2-mile auto road to the
top of Mt. Battie for views of Penobscot Bay and the nearby islands.
Some
of our favorite hiking trails in Camden Hills State Park.
1.
along the route making the trail a delight to meander. At the top, the 50 ft drop reveals Lake Megunticook in the distance. The iconic cross at the top is a tribute to the young maiden that had a fatal tumble from the cliff. The trail is a favorite of locals because the entrance to it is right across from Barrett’s Cove, a popular place to dip your feet or swim in the lake.
Getting there:
From Camden, travel north on US
Route 1 to the intersection of ME Route
52. Follow ME Route 52 north for
approximately 2.8 miles. The parking area
for Maiden Cliff will be on the right.
2. 2. The Carriage Trail, and the Carriage Road Trail – One of the easiest trails in the park. Many young families with small children enjoy this 1.5 mile hike. The trail leads to the top of the auto road, that also leads to the Mt. Battie Memorial tower. The trail is a remnant of the road that visitors would travel to get to the historic Mt. Battie Hotel.
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Getting there:
From Camden, travel north on US
Route 1 to the intersection of ME Route
52. Follow ME Route 52 north for approximately 2 miles.
The parking area
for Carriage Trail will be on the right
3. 3. Mt Battie Trail – The
Mt Battie Trail is a difficult, but short hike to the top. This steep .5 mile
hike is a favorite of locals because of the views that slowly reveal themselves
are you get closer to the top. There are some steep rocks and may not be good
for anyone that is afraid of heights. The view once again, is of Penobscot Bay
and the nearby island.
Getting there:
From Camden, travel north on US
Route 1 to the intersection of ME Route
52. Follow ME Route 52 north 1 block.
Turn RT. on Megunticook Street
Follow Megunticook Street to the top
The parking area
for Mt. Battie Trail is at the top of the
street.
After a long day of hiking, return to the
Captain Swift Inn and relax by the fire pit or in your own private room. The
trails are nearby and easy to find. The Inn has discounts and value-added
promotions for 2020. Make your plans now. To see all Captain Swift Travel
Promotions – Click Here. For a Camden Hills Hiking Trail Map – Click here.
