Camden Hills State Park - Camden, Maine

Address:280 Belfast Road
Camden, Maine

Camden Hills State Park was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s and today is one of Maine's most popular State Parks. It can be said that this park is 5,500 acres of hiking extravaganza with enough trails to satisfy any hiker. The 30 miles of trails offer incredible views of Penobscot Bay and the impressive Cadillac Mountain, as well as the town of Camden. One of the more popular attractions is the 1.4-mile road to the top of Mt. Battie, where panoramic views of shining lakes and wooded hills can be seen from the summit. Aside from its incredible views and trails, Camden Hills boasts campgrounds, complete with flush toilets and hot showers and an adorable nearby town with classic New England shops and harbor cruises.

Camden Hills State Park signature location is the scenic vista high atop Mt. Battie where sweeping views of Camden, Penobscot Bay, and surrounding islands await. On a clear day, visitors can see Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park. Mt. Megunticook, the highest of the Camden Hills - and highest peak on the mainland - is a moderate climb by foot trail. Other hiking opportunities abound and are well-mapped. Download a trail map. The park is located a few minutes north of Camden, a quintessential New England town featuring shops that are within walking distance to the working harbor. Harbor cruises, whale and puffin watches are available daily. Summer nights spent under the stars is a recipe for family fun. Campers who stay at the park's campground enjoy the comfort stations that are equipped with hot showers. A popular fall activity for hundreds of visiting leaf peepers is to drive up the Mt. Battie Auto Road and view the surrounding hillside of fall foliage color.