Camden Hills State Park - Maine

Address:280 Belfast Road
Camden, Maine

Indiana's newest State Park, Falls of the Ohio, is dedicated to the ancient fossil beds on the banks of the Ohio River, which prove that an ocean and coral reef once covered what is now Clark County. The Park's Interpretive Center has intriguing exhibits on the natural history of the area as well as the human history and settlement periods. Recreational activities include hiking, fishing and bird watching, as well as visiting the sparkling coral reef aquarium. The park offers plenty of special events for visitors such as Rock the Rocks and Sun Circle Celebration, both in the summer months. If visiting the area, don't miss the chance to stop in at Indiana's newest addition to the State Park system.

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.