Top Things to do in Moosehead Lake
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The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Moosehead Lake, Moosehead Lake
Discover the best top things to do in Moosehead Lake, United States including Moosehead Lake, Mount Kineo, Borestone Mountain, Mount Kineo State Park, Big Moose Mountain, Lily Bay State Park, Gulf Hagas, Elephant Mountain, Prong Pond, Little Moose Mountain.
1. Moosehead Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 276 reviews
Maine's premier lake region offers great outdoor recreation and sports, including fishing, hunting, mountain biking, canoeing, hiking, and "flightseeing" by seaplane.
Reviewed By julesparasailing
I grew up in Mid-Coast Maine and have traveled to Moosehead since I was five. This area of Maine holds a sweet spot in my heart, and it truly is one of the places you must see and experience!
2. Mount Kineo
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5.0 based on 124 reviews
A tip of a small peninsula rising almost 800 feet and located on the eastern side of Moosehead Lake.
Reviewed By wppfeifer48 - Waterville, United States
From the little boat ride across to Mount Kineo until the ride back, this was a fun experience. We took the bridal trail since we are moving on in years but we made it after a few rests. Once we got to the top of the tower, though, this was the million dollar experience. Of course it helped that it was a picture perfect day. Food at the pro shop at the bottom was an added plus.
3. Borestone Mountain
4. Mount Kineo State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 795estellab - Guilford, United States
Except for the person operating the ferry it was a perfect day of hiking and enjoying nature. Beautiful location with three trails for easy hiking to moderate hiking.
5. Big Moose Mountain
6. Lily Bay State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 205 reviews
Located in the Moosehead Lake region, this park offers a small beach, campsites and boat launch facilities.
Reviewed By TwoBs - Medford, United States
This state park has it all: a swimming area, boat launch, and a hiking trail. It’s one of the prettiest swimming areas I’ve ever seen...what a view! The park is dog friendly too, except for the swimming beach.
7. Gulf Hagas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
A four-mile-long gorge with vertical walls rising up to 400 feet.
Reviewed By Escape817059
My husband and I (57 & 56) did this hike on the Friday of Columbus Day weekend. We left the trailhead at 10 a.m and got back to the lot at 4:30. We started from the lower parking area, took the rim trail, and returned by Pleasant Brook. We did every spur and overlook trail and took a 15-minute lunch break. That is to say, it's a rigorous and long hike if you do the whole thing but it's very well worth the time and effort. Note that you want to take a pair of water shoes to cross the stream at the beginning. We did not, thinking we'd rock hop. Not an option. We had water over our boots but we both had on wool socks so wants the squishing sound stopped, we were fine. But I would have preferred dry feet going in and out. There's a lot of elevation transitions throughout the hike and some rock scrambling and pulling yourself up by trees and roots. Not for the timid or terribly, terribly out of shape. There are several opportunities to shorten the hike with cut-offs but we persevered and were rewarded with many, many amazing views. It was $16/person. The woman at the gate was extremely kind and helpful. If you're looking for a waterfall-rich, full-day hike, this is it. Happy trails!
