Maine is beautiful any time of year, but when spring rolls around, things get absolutely beautiful. When the snow melts, and the leaves on the trees begin to come back, spring is in the air, and life begins to feel a bit more warm. Summer can’t be far behind. Once you feel it, enjoy it by heading outdoors. The Jordan Pond Loop Trail in Maine is a great way to ease into things. It’s not too hard, not too long, and perfect if you’ve missed those waterfront views.

One of the most beautiful landscapes in the state can be found in Acadia National Park.
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Circling the lovely Jordan Pond, this 3.5-mile route will take hikers all the way around the body of water that's been made famous by so many photos.
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The Jordan Pond Loop can be accessed by parking in the Jordan Pond North parking lot. You'll find the lot along the Park Loop Road. Just head about 3.5 miles south of the turn for the road leading to the summit of the Cadillac Mountain Summit.
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You can also park at the Jordan Pond House lot, but this is likely to be very busy in the warmer months. Assuming you park in the north lot, head to the boat launch to take in the view and then set off on your journey!
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Things start off easy as you head north. You'll be on the east side of the pond.
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The route should take between one hour and two hours, depending on how fast you walk and how often you stop.
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Along the way, you'll have the chance to go over two beautiful bridges over streams leading to the pond.
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While the first part of the route is fairly simple and straightforward, things begin to get a bit more challenging on the western side of the pond.
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There are some rocky bits here that require navigating around. But you'll also have a chance to see more of the water.
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And it sure is beautiful!
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This is where the gravel path turns into a boardwalk, which is great for little legs. Kids seem to like the fun of having to stay on the wooden path.
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The route comes to an end at the Jordan Pond House which is a great place to enjoy popovers and tea before heading on your way!

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The Jordan Pond Loop Trail in Maine can be accessed any time of year, but we love it in the spring and summer. For more information, check out its listing on Alltrails.com.

If sunny weather has you excited for winter’s departure, we have just the thing. These 10 easy and beautiful spring hikes in Maine offer something everyone will love!

10 Easy And Beautiful Spring Hikes Everyone In Maine Will Love

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Hiking Trails In Maine

Chris Muras | February 27, 2024

What are the best spring hikes in Maine?
To say that Maine has a few hiking trails worth exploring is like saying there are a few stars in the night sky. If you want to stretch out those spring legs and hit some incredible hiking trails in Maine, try a few of the best spring hikes in Maine from this list:

  • Oat Nuts Park Trail, Portland, ME: Keep an eye out for falling oat nuts (is there such a thing as an oat nut tree?) while you hike along this scenic trail that winds around the Presumscot River. It's a nice 4-mile hike with quiet streams, lush forest, and delightful water views. There is even a fun wooden boardwalk to clomp across as you watch wildlife scurry in the bushes.
  • Alewive Preserve Loop, Kennebunk, ME: There is nothing that says spring like a wildflower hike in the Alewive Woods Preserve. This lovely area is 625 acres in size with a 45-acre pond at its center. The Alewive Preserve Loop will take you 2.5 miles through the woods and past the pond. If you go in the spring, try to count as many different kinds of wildflowers as you can. This is also a dog-friendly trail, so you can bring along the puppers for a quiet walk in the woods.
  • Hunt, Helon Taylor, and Chimney Pond Loop trails: Not one, but three wonderful spring hikes await you in this gorgeous area of Baxter State Park. Beautiful mountain views, gorgeous lakes, dense forests, and the iconic Mount Katahdin! This 18.7-mile section of trails isn't for the faint of heart, but the rewards are exceptional. That's not to say you have to do the whole thing either, many trails in the park make for fantastic day hikes too.

The fun doesn't have to stop with these three hiking trails. We have put together the ultimate guide to hiking in Maine - you are sure to discover many more wonderful hikes to enjoy in the spring. Be sure to grab a map from AllTrails+ to guide you on your way.

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