Category: Hiking
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Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge – Caribou, ME
Location: 97 Refuge Road, Limestone, ME, 04750Arrival: CarTrail Length: 1.4 miles (Beaver Trail) 5.7 miles (total network)Trail Type: Out & Back, LoopElevation Gain: 78 ftSwimming: NoTrail difficulty: Easy, ShortWheelchair Access: YesPet-Friendly: YesParking: Dirt lotEntrance Fees: NoCamping: Prohibited (Nearby private campgrounds)Highlights: Beautiful ponds, wildlife photography. Summary Established in 1998 with 5,252 acres of land, the Aroostook…
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Free Camping in Somerset, Vermont Review & Guide
Do you hate the idea of paying to experience nature? Well, so do we. Thanks to the pandemic, camping is hitting record highs for individuals and families all across the US, which is driving up prices. Thankfully, states like Vermont, Maine, and New Hampshire still offer free campsites in some of the most pristine nature…
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Gulf Hagas: North Maine Woods Review & Guide
Do you love hiking? Do you love waterfalls? Here’s what you need to know about Gulf Hagas in the heart of the North Maine Woods!
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White Mountain National Forest | Review & Guide
When people think about getting outside in New England, they either dread the brutal cold or reminisce about the beach. However, hikers from across the world know about this true gem of the Northeast, the White Mountains. With serene nature, free camping, and plenty of stunning views to choose from, there is something for everyone…
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Mount Pemigewasset (Indian Head Trail): Lincoln, NH Review
LocationLincoln, Grafton County, NH (White Mountain National Forest)ArrivalCar – BusTrail Length3.7 milesTrail TypeOut & BackElevation Gain1,253 feetSwimmingNearbyTrail difficultyModerateWheelchair AccessNoPet-FriendlyYesParkingFree (or $5)CampingFree nearbyHighlightsBeautiful view – Moderate hike – Easy access from Franconia Notch In the heart of the White Mountain National Forest in Franconia Notch State Park, there’s a small mountain for hikers of all skill…
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Hiking Mount Monadnock? Here’s What You Need to Know
LocationJaffrey, Cheshire County, New HampshireArrivalCarTrail Length3.8 milesTrail TypeLoop, DirtElevation Gain1,774 feetTrail difficultyModerate/StrenuousAverage Time3 hours (Round-trip)Wheelchair AccessNoPet-FriendlyNoParking$15 per vehicleCamping35 campsites, 5 remote hike-to sitesHighlights360 views, Boston skyline (from 80+ miles), Challenging day hike Located in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, Mount Monadnock is one of the greatest gems for hikers in the southern NH area. The 3,165-foot mountain…
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Franconia Notch State Park: Lincoln, New Hampshire
LocationLincoln, Grafton County, NH (White Mountain National Forest)ArrivalCarTrail Length9.3 milesTrail TypeLoop, DirtElevation Gain3,809 feetTrail difficultyStrenuous, LongWheelchair AccessNoPet-FriendlyNo (Not on Loop Trail)ParkingFree (or $5)CampingYes, Free spots nearbyHighlightsPanoramic views, Longer hike, Great way to spend a day One of the most popular hiking destinations in North America is easily accessible from I-93 in New Hampshire, but it…