Grafton Notch State Park - Maine

Address:Bethel, Maine
Tel: (207) 824-2912

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.

Grafton Notch State Park is located on Route 26 between Newry and Upton, Maine, and offers opportunities for sightseeing, picnicking, and hiking on its 3,000 acres of beautiful natural terrain. Several interesting attractions are conveniently located on scenic State Road 26. Interpretive signs explain the glacial sculpting of Screw Auger Falls and the formation of Mother Walker Falls. A quarter-mile loop trail leads to Moose Cave with its narrow gorge and lush lichens and mosses. At Spruce Meadow and Screw Auger Falls visitors will find picnic tables and grills. Both short and long day hikes extend through this spectacular, scenic area at the end of the Mahoosuc Range. The 2,000-mile Appalachian Trail passes through the park on the way to the trail's northern terminus, Mt. Katahdin. Facilities include picnic tables and grills. In the winter, a main artery snowmobile trail (ITS 82) traverses the park and is maintained by a local snowmobile club.