Spot Horseshoe Crabs In Maine Is On This 1-Mile Hike On The Bagaduce River

Maine is our favorite place to get outside and explore the world around us and hikes offer a great way to do it. The trail has been set, the destination is clear and there’s often tons of beauty to take in all around us. We all know that there are thousands of different routes to choose from, but some of our favorites are the ones that offer something unique. This one provides lovely waterfront scenery, as well as the chance to search for a special animal!

Maude & Eugene Snow Natural Area is about 40 acres sitting on about 2,550 feet of Bagaduce River shore.

The 1-mile loop leads through the forest and winds its way to the river where hikers will find lots of opportunities for riverfront views.

The route can often be muddy at the start, and beyond that there are quite a few tree roots. The hike is fairly easy for those who are mobile on their feet, but it's often rated moderate simply because sure footing is definitely required. No one likes scraped knees!

While the trail itself is a nice one to explore, it's the riverfront areas that most visitors are here to see.

The Bagaduce River is an estuary, which means freshwater mixes with the salty water of the Atlantic.

While there are quite a few estuaries in Maine, only four support horseshoe crabs and this is one of them!

Spotting one is fun and exciting for kids, if only because they look so interesting!

Because they tend to blend with the water, rocks and shoreline around them hunting for them can be a fun activity. Finding them is fun, but remember to leave them in their homes.

Once you've had a chance to enjoy the scenery here, simply continue on the trail which leads directly back to where you started.

While you're enjoying the white cedar trees and balsam firs, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for another unique feature of this hike! There are two old Chevys that likely date back to the 1950s in the woods. We're not sure how they got there, but it's certainly fun to spot them!

The Snow Natural Area in Brooksville can be visited year-round from sunrise to sunset, but it’s best when conditions are dry and without rain or snow. Bring your furry friends along, but be sure to keep them on a leash while you’re exploring. To learn more about the trail visit Maine Trail Finder. Or, visit the Blue Hill Heritage Trust website.

If you’d like to uncover more of what the state has to offer in the great outdoors, consider heading to the beach! You can hunt for sand dollars on the beautiful Long Sands Beach in Maine.

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One Of The Only Places To Spot Horseshoe Crabs In Maine Is Along This 1-Mile Loop Hike On The Bagaduce River

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