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Bradbury Mountain Pownal, ME

By deni • Jul 13th, 2008 • Category: Hiking, Maine, Uncategorized

Bradbury Mountain has something for everyone of all ages and is one of the most popular parks in the area. Close to Freeport, ME and less than 30 miles from Portland, it is a great way to get a good hike and still be in the thick of things. Each season offers a [...]



Falmouth Nature Preserve Falmouth, ME

By deni • Jul 6th, 2008 • Category: Maine, Urban Adventures

The second of our Portland Trails hikes, The Falmouth Nature Preserve is a little difficult to find, but once you get there, you will be surprised at what a treasure it is. Located on the Mill Creek flood plain, the paths lead you through many kinds of terrain.
2.5 miles; Open dawn to dusk; no [...]



Mount Agamenticus York, ME

By deni • Jul 5th, 2008 • Category: Hiking, Maine

Mt. Agamenticus located in York, Maine is a great hike without the long drive and still being close to many amenities. Mt. Ag is located very close to the tourist areas of York and Ogunquit, ME. It would be easy to spend time at the mountain and then hit the beach and have [...]



Presumpscot River Preserve Portland, ME

By deni • Jun 25th, 2008 • Category: Maine, Urban Adventures

We recently purchased the Portland Trails Map and have decided to hit up all the trials this Summer. The first being the Presumpscot River Preserve. I was intrigued by the “rough water”, history and conservation that is going on here. Smelt Hill Dam is an area of the trail that is currently [...]



Green Streets Day June 27th Portland, ME

By deni • Jun 19th, 2008 • Category: Biking, Maine

Got a Bike? Commute another way the last Friday of each month. Portland Green Streets has started an initiative to have people use alternative forms of commuting and is encouraging local businesses to help spread the word by offering items for raffle, discounts and freebies. Each time you participate you can send [...]