Maiden Cliff’s Scenic View

Maine has so much natural beauty to offer especially in our immediate area. Hiking Maiden Cliff is just another one on our list of perennial favorites like Mt Battie. Both destinations are just a small portion of the incredible trail system within the Camden Hills State Park.

Just a five minute drive from our Inn this short hike up a gravel path, through the woods, pass a massive boulder, over a bridge, up through some more woodlands and over some mild rockery to the summit (we’ve consistently timed the hike at 30 min.) offers breathtaking views of pristine Lake Megunticook, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding unspoiled country side from an 800′ sheer cliff. Impressive to say the least.

Many years ago we witnessed a real hair raiser, someone was actually trying to shimmy his way up the cross. No doubt on a dare from his friends. To date I’m glad to say we’ve never seen someone attempt that again and on most occasions we have the site to ourselves. For those interested in the brief history on why the cross was erected you may click here.

Viewing kayakers on Megunticook Lake atop Maiden Cliff

Admirer's enjoying the view atop Maiden Cliff, Camden Me