We were in the are to go white-water rafting and our guide recommended stopping by Moxie Falls …read more It was a fairly easy hike; the near-peak foliage was gorgeous; and reaching the falls was one of those "perfect moments" in life!

If you are in the area, definitely stop by! It's a ~20 minute walk from the parking lot (free) and…read morenot a bad walk at that. Mostly flat with a couple of hardwood steps at the end. Well-maintained trail. The waterfall was beautiful from all 3 platforms, which provided various angles of the waterfall. If I went back, I'd bring a swimsuit next time- there were a couple families taking a refreshing dip in certain areas at the falls.

We love coming to Lily Bay, beautiful views. The kids can swim or you can took. Trails, outhouses…read moreare clean, and we usually see deer and we haven't but others have seen Moose.' It's a must if your in the Moosehead area.

This is such a beautiful, clean, well maintained and peaceful park to spend time in quiet and…read moreenjoying nature. There are boat launch areas, camping, swimming, hiking. Pack a lunch and sit on small peppled beach area for astounding views of Moosehead Lake. Gorgeous! The water is cool and clean (lots of rocks so water shoes definitely recommended). We heard and saw several loons, lots of ducks, with canoers, kayakers, and wake boarders occasionally passing by. We saw deer and hear this is a great area to spot a moose! Such a relaxing and rejuvenating day. We will undoubtedly return.

I feel the need to preface all of my nature reviews with this: being 90% forested and having around…read more3500 miles of coastline, Maine (and NH) has a tremendous amount of spaces, walkways, paths, and trails of all kinds and of all levels. There's something for everyone. What I'm reviewing is how a spot compares to similar outdoor spots in my personal opinion. Being in nature - and remembering to carry in, carry out - is always five stars! :) Parking? Yes (limited). Loop trail? Yes (mostly) Well marked signs? Ehhhhh... (more on that below). Element of surprise? Yes. Gulf Hagas is considered "The Grand Canyon of Maine" (and "The Grand Canyon of The East"). It's a slate gorge with waterfalls, enormous rock walls, and very deep valleys. It's towards the end of the Appalachian Trail (if you're northbound, that is) and there's a really great plaque on a rock at the beginning of the hike by ridge runner Ron Curtis: "Gulf Hagas is an unknown area to many folks, and it belongs to everyone. Everyone should see it to foster the feelings of protecting an everlasting wild place." It is absolutely breathtaking, but it is NOT an easy hike. Parts of the terrain - despite having a trail to walk on - are so wild and primitive that you really, really need to pay attention to your footing (wear sturdy shoes!!! as they say time and time again: "​​Do not underestimate the difficulty of hiking the Appalachian Trail."). When you arrive, you'll need to pay a fee at Katahdin Iron Works (they will also give you a map with points of interest, like the Hermitage and Screw Auger Falls); for two of us it was $22 - they only take checks or cash. After driving over a very small bridge, and down a rough logging road, you have two parking options. We were encouraged by the man at KIW to start at the closer one. This puts you at the West Branch of the Pleasant River - you will need to ford this. It's about 150 feet wide; the water can be deep, and rush quickly, depending on the season. When we came in early August, the water was slow and came up to around our mid-shin/bottom-knee. There were loads of walking sticks waiting for folks to use to help them cross (TAKE ONE, the rocks under the water can be slippery) and there was a ranger waiting on the other side. A pair of young women had recently gotten lost on the AT nearby, so the ranger was there to talk to us/remind us about the difficulty of the trail system ahead. We stuck to the Rim Trail, made it about 1/2 way (Buttermilk Falls) before connecting to the much easier Pleasant River Tote Road to return. If you love hiking *and* you love Maine *and* you love adventure *and* you like a challenge *and* you've got proper gear and a reliable car... this is a must do at least once in your life!

Why are there not a ton of 5 star reviews about this spot!!! It is amazingggg, I went with my…read moredaughter on a warm summer day. You do have to cross a river but it was shallow and we wore water shoes. The hike to the 1st falls was amazing we spent a lot of time there and swam. I believe it is call screw auger falls. This is a hidden gem do not miss it!

Had a fantastic time at Peaks Kenny with the fam in June. Small park with a nice lake. Well…read moremaintained and very attentive Park Rangers. So much so that we got a knock on our camper door only minutes past quiet hours started telling us to turn the movie we were watching down. We visited Bissell Brothers Three Rivers both days we camped, which is sadly not something we'll ever be able to do again. It was about 20 minutes up the road. We also ate at the Quarry in Monson during our stay. Very very windy roads, be careful of wildlife at night.

Lovely state park campground. Not a bad site in the place. Pick one on the outer side of the road…read morefor more privacy. Really nice shower house. Short walk to the beach at Sebec Lake where there's also a playground. We also hiked the birch mountain ledges trail in the park, which was a nice walk. Nothing too difficult but a lot of roots. Our 4yo did it with no issues. Maybe longer than the posted 2.3 miles.

Parc des Sept-Chutes is the place for a meeting with nature! A few steps from the city centre, this…read morepark includes an average 2 hours hike in the forest and hiking trails. The main trail goes along the river and you get to see the seven falls. There is also a park for children, picnic tables, basketball court and beach volleyball court. A nice space to move, open all year round.

We stayed here in early November and it was just wonderful. Brand new cabins with everything you…read moreneed. And they couldn't be anymore trailside. Owners are the best. very accommodating and very friendly You won't be disappointed.

From the owner: From the woods to the water, there's so much to explore and so many ways to have fun doing it…read more Options range from the tried and true snowmobiling, hiking, atv’ing,wildlife watching, snowshoeing, fishing, canoeing, to the technical like whitewater rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, xcskiing - there's something here for everyone.Discover the perfect outdoor vacation spot whether you're traveling solo, family, or friends!

I visited Phil's, for the first time, in May. Stayed for a couple days to do a check out hike for…read moremy upcoming trip through the 100MW. On that trip I was the only guest. Phil gave me a tour of his place and provided some valuable tips. Coffee was ready in the morning - I appreciated the company (from both Phil and Woody). Used the grill that evening and spent time reading in the "community center". I felt totally at home and had a chance to destress from life. My sister and I returned at the end of June for our hike. Cabin was ready when we arrived. Phil was as engaging as ever. He dropped us at Abol Bridge in the morning. Unfortunately my sister fell and tore her ACL on the hike. Phil provided instructions for how to get her out and even, personally hiked in to look for us. After she got off trail, he helped me plan a two day solo hike. Really awesome place! I now think of Phil as a friend. I'd highly recommend.

My friend and I used Phil for our section hike of the 100 mile wilderness. Phil was wonderful to…read moreus. He gave us so much useful information about the trail, campsites and a resupply. The food drop was essential so we didn't have to carry 8 days worth of food. I can't thank him enough for making us feel so safe and secure. He sat down with us and went over our maps and made sure we didn't have any questions. He dropped us off at the trailhead. When we finished a day early he made sure we got picked up and we didn't have to wait long. His rates are very reasonable and he really went above and beyond for us. His cabins were so clean and comfortable. The shower was clean and had hot water. There is hardly any cell service in the 100 mile wilderness so using my Inreach was critical to staying in touch with him when we finished. He was also nice enough to text my husband with an update when my device wasn't working well. When we finished he offered us both use his personal phone to call our families which was a really nice gesture. I highly recommend Phil Pepin and his services. This stretch if trail is very remote and difficult. He knows the ins and outs of the area and that was very comforting to us!! Thanks Phil!!!!

Was a great time great food guides an staff very clean accommodation didn't get a bear but had…read moregreat time that's why they call hunting an not killing

Knowledgeable staff. Accommodating guides. Facilities are clean and well kept. Food is delicious…read moreand homemade. Emphasis on guests getting a good experience (successful hunt, successful fishing) for a good price. As with any outdoor adventure, nothing is a guarantee. Thanks Absolutely nothing negative to say. Would love to return.