Western Maine

Androscoggin Greenway Community Forest

Managed as working forests, the conservation areas offer many outdoor recreational opportunities, including ATV riding, hiking, hunting, birdwatching, and fishing.

Androscoggin Riverlands

This park features an extensive multiple-use trail system and opportunities to explore the park from the water using kayaks, canoes, or small boats.

Bald Mountain Public Land

Features a challenging, but rewarding 2-mile hike to a summit observation tower with panoramic views of the surrounding lakes and mountains.

Bethel Community Forest

This 978-acre community forest that connects Bethel and Sunday River features hiking, mountain biking, hunting, and snowmobiling.

Buck’s Ledge Community Forest

Four season trails lead to dramatic ledge top vistas.

Camp Gustin

A former Boy Scout Camp, the property has a long tradition of hiking, paddling, camping, and wildlife viewing.

Coos Canyon

Scenic gorge along the Swift River that has long been a popular destination for swimmers, picnickers, and anglers.

Crocker Mountain Public Land

The property’s mountainous terrain and secluded ponds are enjoyed by hikers, hunters, fishermen, and snowmobilers.

Crooked River Forest

This sustainably-managed forest has opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and mountain biking.

Cupsuptic Lake Park

The 125-acre park, which includes more than two miles of short front on scenic Cupsuptic Lake, is also a great place for picnicking and wildlife observation.

Frenchman’s Hole

A scenic waterfall and popular swimming spot located near the Sunday River Resort.

Height of Land

Preserve features a spectacular vista that is identified on virtually every map, tour guide, brochure and website in the region.