AMC’s Best Day Hikes along the Maine Coast: Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails From the Maine Beaches to Downeast

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Maine is known as Vacationland, but whether you are visiting or local, the coastal region features hikes for adventurers of all skill levels and experience. With AMC’s Best Day Hikes in Coastal Maine, explore the rugged coast over 50 different hikes, enjoying classic views, historical lighthouses, and abundant natural beauty. Walk through century-old stands of white pine in Vaughan Woods Memorial State Park. Trek Portland’s finest green spaces. Traverse the ridges of Camden Hills State Park and Acadia National Park’s Cadillac Mountain. Explore the shoreline of Downeast Maine, from the maritime forests of Roque Bluffs State Park to the bogs of Quoddy Head State Park. With the At-a-Glance Trip Planner and handy icons, you can easily pinpoint the ideal hike for you, whether you’re looking for one near public transportation, that is universally accessible, great for kids, or more. Whether staying for a weekend or a lifetime, this book is a must-have resource for daylong adventures along the coast of the Pine Tree State.

From the Publisher

Explore Maine’s Rocky Coast

Pick your way along Maine’s famous rocky coast, whether in summer—when you can stop and enjoy a dip—or in the peaceful solitude of winter and fall.

And Experience New England’s Famed Foliage

Hike mountains that can be summited in hours, like the popular Mount Agamenticus. Leaf-peepers will marvel at the vibrant hues, while spring brings wildflowers, and birders will delight in their sightings year-round.

AT-A-GLANCE TRIP PLANNER

Finding your perfect hike is a breeze. Just take a look at the trip planner to find all the necessary stats in an instant, including the difficulty rating, distance, elevation gain, and everything else you need to know!

Publisher ‏ : ‎ AMC Books
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 3, 2024
Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1628421797
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1628421798
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.8 x 8.95 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #652,464 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #382 in New England US Travel Books #503 in Ecotourism Travel Guides #1,018 in Hiking & Camping Instructional Guides
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