We wanted to get one last hike in before heading back to Florida. Wolf's Neck was just a few…read moreminutes from our hotel in south Portland and it was awesome. We wanted to get great views of Casco Bay and were so happy we could go right down to the beach area. Beautiful! The trails throughout the park were outstanding and we walked them all. Great ending to an amazing Maine trip.

This is one of my favorite spots in southern maine and along the coast. I have come two to three…read moretimes a week this entire season. I bring my dogs on leash and we enjoy the trails and swimming in the water. It is nice during low tide when you can access the beach, and during high tide when you can't. The trails are extensive and range in their difficulty. There is a fair bit of elevation. They have a picnic area as well a large covered gazebo you can rent. They also have restrooms. There is an osprey nest for viewing. This is such a great spot, just be mindful of when they close the gate at night. Also, there is a per person fee to enter, and it is more for people from out of state. My only issue is that they don't offer a season pass.

Super cool suspended rope bridge. I went a a drizzly day and it was awesome. The parking lot is…read morereally small and has about 5 spots for cars. I walked across the the river and back. There are great views of the river. I jumped up and down at a couple of spots and could definitely feel the bridge swing. Definitely would visit again.

We love swinging bridges so we made sure to make a stop at this one. It happened to be raining when…read morewe were on our way through this area but we didn't let that stop us. If anything, the fact that it was dusk and the rain was so gentle, kind of made the whole experience feel more visceral and intimate. The bridge itself is really beautiful with great views of the river on both sides. There's definitely enough movement so that you don't forget you're on a swinging bridge, but it didn't feel unsafe and even our little dog was fine walking back and forth across it. My husband and I hung out in the middle for a while, enjoying the views, cuddled in the cool wet air. It was actually pretty romantic. We probably spent about 15 or 20 minutes here and in that time multiple people crossed the bridge and at least five or six stopped to take photos in front of it, including a group of 4 that asked us to take their photo for them (pictured below) so this is a busy area even in the rain. But once you're here, you know why because it's a pretty cool experience. I definitely recommend a quick stop here if you can make the time.

Huge parking lot and free during the off season. Looked beautiful even on a crappy day! Ventured…read more here because I was staying close by in Phippsburg. Wish I had better weather but will definitely come back when I return in October!

We came in on a perfect day, mid week. Beautiful beach and not crowded, clean bathrooms and free…read moresunscreen. There's an entrance fee, $8 for adults and $4 for children, $2 seniors, non-residents. Just beware because cell signal was spotty on the beach and you have to go to the parking lot to get a decent cell service.

Very underrated from the information we found online but we were in the area so decided to go. I'm…read moreso glad we did !! Beautiful walkway along the ocean, cliff top area. It's not a very long walk but we had kids with us and very easy for little legs.

If you are on Bailey Island I recommend a stop at Giant's Stairs Trail. There are directional…read moresigns to get you there once you are fairly close. I parked by the McIntosh Lot Preserve where there is a small parking area on the side of the road. Stay on the path and be respectful most of the area is private property. The rock formations are magnificent, i was in awe of what I saw. Pictures cannot do it justice.

I love the views! It's great for a picnic and a little bit…read moreof history. There's plenty of open space for you to hang out with family or friends and enjoy the ocean views and breeze. While it may be controversial, I'm glad they moved the food trucks to the lower lot. It's less crowded when you arrive and less crowded near the food trucks - meaning only people getting food are in the area, vs people walking/running through with animals and kids that aren't going to the food trucks. It's also less noisy not being next to the generators. We love the food trucks there and will continue to enjoy them while also enjoying the peaceful hill. The kids in the family really enjoy the canons and the playgrounds. The times we have gone the playgrounds have been clean - thankfully no needles or trash anywhere to be seen.

The Eastern Promenade is a popular place to take a walk in Portland and see the water. There were…read morelots of people so we had to search for parking but it wasn't bad. We walked down to the Portland Paddle area. You can reach the water but there is not a beach there. Some people find a place for a picnic on the grass. Others ride bikes around the Promenade. The views of Casco Bay are good.

The bridge slightly sways more then swings. It is a pretty sight to see. The walking trail however…read morewasn't as impressive as I thought it would be. I probably won't come back again even though it was nice to see the location for a short time.

This cute little walking path meanders next to the Androscoggin river and over the Swinging bridge…read more I love walking this when looking for a short peaceful walk. I can go down to the mini beach to see the ducks, walk over the swinging bridge, grab a coffee from one of the local cafes on Maine street or Union street, and even lengthen my walk onto the Androscoggin Pedestrian and Bike Path to make for a 9 mile plus walk round trip if I want. Be aware though,there are three roads to cross to get to the other pathway, all have crosswalks, one which has a flashing light for pedestrians. Taken from their website: When completed, the Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk will be a year-round, in-town walking loop, 1.25 miles long. Fully-accessible paths, including sidewalks in the more urban portions of the route, will link the Frank J. Wood ("Green") Bridge to the historic Androscoggin Swinging Bridge along the Androscoggin River in both Brunswick and Topsham. Benches will be installed along the route, particularly at sites that provide spectacular views of the Androscoggin River and the neighborhoods adjacent to the river. There will be directional signage along the route and informational signage at points of natural, historic or other significance. As necessary, existing sidewalks will be extended or improved. New safety buffers will protect pedestrians and cyclists from vehicles in the more high-traffic sections of the Riverwalk. The Riverwalk is being implemented in phases. Initial components included the restoration of the Swinging Bridge and creating of a new pedestrian walkway on the Frank J. Wood Bridge as well as an extension to the Summer Street sidewalk in Topsham. In October 2012, the Mill Road section through the woods in Topsham was completed, linking the Swinging Bridge to the Summer Street sidewalk. Future phases include improvements along the busy Mill Street Route One connector in Brunswick and the Fort Andross area in Brunswick as well as a riverfront park at the Priority Business Center in Topsham.

I thought this spot was beautiful. Quiet. The grounds area…read morecould use some updating. But it's got water, rocks, shade trees, and a swing! Precious low key spot for some relaxing.

Nice little park. Not too busy and has a few nice trails by the water. Also picnic tables and and…read morespace to play catch or toss a football. Lots of trees for hammocking as well!

A Maine State Park beach representative of the wild Maine mid-coast area. This beach isn't on the…read moreway to anything, it is a destination in itself. Bring a picnic, a chair and a book - oh, and layers as it can get chilly even in summer - and plan to spend the day admiring the beauty that is Maine. And if you're a Mainah, I highly recommend the State Park Pass so you can enjoy even more of Maine's beauty.

What an amazing state park. It's super large with lots of beach front and a lagoon. Lots of parking…read moreand bathrooms in both areas. Just a small view to get in. The views were fantastic, if I lived closer I would frequent this place!

Oh parks reviews - how I love thee - well, the parks outside of New York City, minus Central Park…read morewhich isn't really a park. They've got their own police precinct and you'll probably get stuffed in the small cement tombs below the swan pond if you commit a heinous enough crime. I'm not sure if this is an actual detention/detainment place but I have been a visitor to Brooklyn central booking when I have - on occasion - gotten myself busted. Those are "the tombs" the real place and not good for the faint of heart, such is not the case with yours truly. And that's part of my stepping off point - America the beautiful, home of well kept national parks and well preserved federal lands - fortunately I've been to my fair share of them, because to pass up a day or even a few minutes in a park is just silly talk to me. My above mentioned thoughts of crime is due to my city life experience - my conditioning and experience with the Darksiders. And as I walk the Merrymeeting Trail the cars whoosh past me on my left with gorgeous trees and green green grass to my right and duality is striking my thoughts rather hard. I need to sit down and think this through, some part of my mind still thinking about safety issues for those whom aren't capable of dealing with darkness - but if I'm on the trails, I got your back and no harm will come to you. And it's getting me thinking about contextualizations and contradictions the nature of duality and the nature of our duality. There's a question and there is an answer - there is always two I suppose - two people in a marriage - God and the devil - it always seems to take two and without two - maybe there is nothing, both play roles and each needs both I suppose. The oneness is the basis and I've been one for a bit. My life in Maine, although being cut short due to in-climate weather has introduced me to many new thoughts that I'd not though before. My life away from New York City has allowed me to be able to open new thought passages - tear off that unnatural facade of a most unnatural world - the one I've been living, sometimes in and out for business or for pleasure - this heavy constricting mask upon my face - each breathe is a little more strained - and like a fool I've been wearing it long, its like if an albatross and a pissed off Tutakhamun had a child - and I was probably beyond that and didn't know it So it's not the duality of nature - it's the duality of the universe man - am I a new blooming tree or a '89 Ford with engine lights lit? And this is the thought of the day for me which I'll ponder no further because the answer arrived and hit me right between the eyes - it was so obvious. What a wonderful walk we had today!

Lots of benches and green space, a meandering path with some interesting trees and a few small…read moregardens, and some lovely Victorian houses to look at as you meander. Unfortunately the views aren't that great (unless maybe at sunset) and there isn't a lot of shade seating. A good option if you're already in the area but not a destination park in my mind.

Great place to catch a portland sunset and look at some gorgeous, old houses. Get there early.read more