National Park

This old 11.1-mile carriage loop is a family-friendly adventure complete with lakes, streams, easy walking, and beautiful ocean vistas. Open to cyclists and hikers.

Take in craggy seaside views from the summit of 1,532-foot Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the Atlantic coast, on this 4.4-mile loop.

This 10.3-mile dayhike traverses the rugged topography of Mt. Desert Island, leading to a broad summit high above an island-speckled sea.

Hike to a crowd-free view of the ocean.

Find hikes in National Parks and regional parks with our comprehensive guides.

This question fuels the debate regarding how to help the aging national park system improve.

Our map team has been hard at work plotting the coolest hikes. Check out May's selections here.

We surveyed more than 40 scientists, conservationists, and professional adventurers, then ranked the 15 parks that are most in peril from climate change.

Write your own ticket to new adventures with these 10 territory-expanding skills.

Come to Acadia and you'll earn your lobster.

With strong legs and an ambitious plan, you can see more wild country in 12 hours than some backpackers see in a week, and still make it home in time for dinner.

Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Maine.

Maine's seal pups are usually born in May, making early summer an ideal time to witness the youngsters learning to swim and fish.