Cross Country, Maine State

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A 21.5-mile network of easy-to-advanced hikes. At 730 acres, Bradbury Mountain State Park is one of the most popular in Maine, even in the winter.

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Donated in 1946, Reid State Park is the first saltwater beach to be state-owned.

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Only five miles away from the busy coastal town of Freeport, Wolfe's Neck State Park is a 244-acre getaway.

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Along the bank of the Damariscotta River visitors will find Dodge Point Public Land, which includes 548 acres of shoreline beaches, small gulleys, and a freshwater pond.

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Pineland Public Land is now 600 acres of trails and forests, previously though, it was a working farm and school with a controversial history.

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Part of the largest ATV trail system east of the Mississippi, the 38.8 miles of the Southern Bangor and Aroostook Trail are a popular outdoor enthusiasts destination.

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The site of working communal farms, gardens, and trails for visitors.

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To protect and learn from the delicate ecosystems in our coastal regions, and to help educate the public about the importance of conservation.

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Perfect for biking and walking in the summer and cross country skiing in the winter, the Sea Road Preserve and Bridle Path are an important part of the Kennebunk Land Trust.

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A wide-open 1.7-mile loop with sweeping views or plenty of opportunities to watch for wildlife.

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A nineteenth-century salt-water farm on the estuary of the Harraseeket River, is owned by Freeport Historical Society.

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140 acres of protected wildlife habitat only a mile from the downtown of the town of Freeport.

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11 acres with an easy mile trail network that most guests use for birdwatching and relaxing strolls.

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A 3.9-mile trail network with passage to a pond and its surrounding salt marsh and wetland habitat.

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A thriving location surrounded by salt marshes, visitors are more than welcome to walk, hike, snowshoe, or cross country ski through the sanctuary.

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Visitors are welcome to hike, bike, and explore the trails through the reestablished overgrowth of stoic giant pines.

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An 89-acre land area of wooded deciduous forest, leaf scattered floors, small rocky cliffs, and a perfect mountainous outlook.

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Simone Savage is the one to thank for the beautiful and diverse twenty six acres of the Savage Wildlife Preserve.

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Reminiscent of a southern swamp, the Orris Falls Conservation Area is a 171-acre property of wetland and rocky habitat.

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Located on a wetland heath of 1,600 acres, the actual preserve is only 145 acres large but provides enough variety for a range of flora and fauna.

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Not far from downtown Kennebunk is a quiet and secluded area deep enough into the woods to make visitors feel as if they have traveled far away.

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Previously a large rolling field of blueberry barrens, it is now a protected stretch managed for wildlife conservation and community recreation.

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Claiming fame as both the highest point in Kennebunkport and the largest area of un-fragmented coastal forest.

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The entirety of the preserve is 70 acres, consisting mainly of woods.

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A 7.6-mile network of easy, moderate and strenuous hikes.

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An easy, well-marked and nicely made series of walking paths.

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Popular at all times of the year for walking, biking, cross country skiing, and ATV riding.

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Waterboro Barrens Preserve is one of a kind in Maine.

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Approximately two miles of trails run over the gentle slopes of the 171 acres of Tatnic Hills Preserve.

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A large mass of deep sandy soil is the basis for the growth of the Warrens Barrens Preserve.

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Sitting along the South Acton Swamp, the Hobbs Farm Trail is a unique stroll for conservationists and wildlife observers.

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From flying squirrels to exotic flowers, the Hilton-Winn Preserve has something for everyone.

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As a beautiful acreage of trees and meadows, the Highland Farm Preserve is popular at all times of the year.

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The Pollack Brook Preserve is a 50-acre property of thickly forested mixed conifer and hardwood trees.

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A145 acre preserve with four miles of pathways past watery forest wells and century-old trees.

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A neighborhood recreating area popular among bikers, runners, and dog walkers, the Greely Woods are the spot to be for a mid-afternoon stroll.

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Farwell Forest is part of a large forestry conservation effort in the region to keep Maine's woods and wildlife healthy.

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As a beautiful and secluded 39 acres, the Rock Ridge is an interesting preservation area in that it surrounds a subdivision.

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For those into history, birding, or leisurely strolls not far from home, the Evergreen Cemetery offers the perfect spot in Portland's center.

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As a path of non-motorized access, the Waterfall Trail was established for walking, hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing on the way to and in the Rines Forest area.

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A 5.6-mile trail starting in the Wainwright athletic fields and ending in Bug Light Park in South Portland.

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Ferns, scenic water views, and old stone structures dot the Calderwood Trails.

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Left to its devices since the 1800s, Libby Hill Forest has an abundance of wildlife in its wooded hills.

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Once the site of an old landfill, the park is now grown and sculpted into a beautiful recreation area of woods, wetlands, and meadows.

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Sitting on 30 acres, the woods are mainly thick pine and feature easy and flat dirt trails for guests to casually stroll through.

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The flat, dirt route runs 1.5 miles through Portland and is informally known as "Sandy Road."

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Mostly wooded, the route takes guests past the river and wooded wetland areas.

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An easy trail for hikers due to its short length of .8 miles.

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The Intervale Preserve may be small with only a short half-mile loop trail, but the views along the way and the opportunities beside the Royal River abound.

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Broadturn Farm is open for the public to come and ask questions, pull a few weeds, or simply enjoy a walk through the flower fields.

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Totaling 3,100 acres, this massive wetland area is the largest saltwater marsh in the state.

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In 1996 the 35-acre property was donated to the Scarborough Land Trust and now has a mile of walking trails running along streams and waterfalls for the public's enjoyment.

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Although there are trees scattered throughout the property, most of the land is a large and open wetland meadow.

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A nice getaway in Southern Portland, Hinckley Park has a network of loop trails totaling almost 3 miles where hikers come to enjoy some time in the park with friends and family.

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Stonegate Trails run through 80 acres of woods and are primarily used as the connecting point between Robinson Woods and Fort Williams Park.

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The woods feature a 1.7-mile loop trail through the trees, a meadow, wetlands, as well as a pond.

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Totaling 250 acres, 22 of those are set aside as well maintained mixed-use sports fields.

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The Community Park features mostly woodland habitat with some waterfalls depending on the season.

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Easy trails pass through the well-maintained woods of the town of Falmouth known as the Hadlock Community Forest.

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Only a few minutes from Portland with an easy mile and a half of trails.

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Part of a section of land totaling 520 acres, the Blackstrap Community Forest is part of the largest block of protected area in Falmouth.

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With two and a half miles of easy to moderate routes, the Falmouth Nature Preserve is known as a great area for outdoor recreation.

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With a manmade freshwater pond as the backdrop to a tidal river and saltmarsh, the wildlife thrives here.

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A 136-acre preserve along the Sheepscot River with woodland habitat and 4,500 feet along the river's edge.

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Three and a half miles of trails between the Kennebec River Estuary and the Whiskeag Creek.

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The beautiful 5 mile Whiskeag Trail is for many the heart of Bath.

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The 2.2-mile trail is relatively flat as it used to be a railroad track and is popular for bikers and walkers.

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This particular trail of 4.6 miles utilizes old railroad beds and passes by old-growth trees, small waterways, remnants of old farm walls, and beaver dams.

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The mudflats created by the tidal flow of the Cross River create the bulk of habitat for wildlife on the 19 acres of the Cross River Preserve.

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Old stone walls, mossy covered rocky ledges, hidden streams, and stunning island views are to be expected on a visit to the Linekin Preserve and Burley Loop

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A highly sought piece of land on the southern end of Barter's Island, the Porter Preserve was originally a homestead.

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Lying where the Damariscotta River, Kelly Brook, and the Pleasant Cove of Boothbay meet, the 22.5 acres of Saunders Preserve were donated for a loving naturalist, Marshall E. Saunders.

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Once the site of a former schoolhouse from 1840-1895, the 1.7-mile network of trails on the School House Pond Preserve are no longer filled with the laughter of school children.

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The largest of the Boothbay conservation areas, the 208 acres of the Zak Preserve are a popular visiting ground for both people and wildlife.

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A wildlife corridor occurs naturally where animals often migrate to and from certain locations.

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Saltwater farms were once the epitome of a typical Maine lifestyle.

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Totaling a little over 50 acres in easements and land parcels, the Penny Lake Preserve is close to Boothbay Harbor's downtown.

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The Bearce-Allen Preserve is a unique place to visit for those interested in the learning of conservation history and the natural ecology of the environment.

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Close to the heart of Brunswick, Crystal Spring Farm is an excellent opportunity to get away from the town and out into a more remote setting.

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Created specifically with mountain bikers in mind, the trail network consists of an almost four-mile network of routes.

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The historic cemetery on Chase Preserve, the resting place of the Civil War soldier and property owner for whom the land is named.

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Situated on a portion of a peninsula in the popular and massive 1,300 acres of Megunticook Lake.

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Bright lakeside views, breezy woods, and the sounds of birds are the usual greeters of Doyle Preserve visitors.

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Now called Dresden, the old remnants of the settlement seen along the Pownalborough Courthouse Trails date back to 1761 when the first buildings were established.

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One look across the wildflower-covered fields of the Singing Meadows Preserve is enough for visitors to recognize the beauty of the area, and understand the reason for the meadow's name.

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The Martin Point Wildlife Reserve is open to the public thanks to the generosity of the Zeitlin family.

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Utilized by both the college, a science laboratory, and a sailing team, the peninsula and land occupy 113 acres situated along 2.5 miles of shoreline.

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The Midcoast Conservancy has worked hard over the years to join together the efforts of many to protect and create learning environments for over 13,000 acres of land.

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A true historical pleasure, the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center is an undeniably unique experience.

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With unique tidal falls and an old railroad running through it, it is surprising the secluded getaway that the Griggs Preserve offers visitors.