This Maine Audubon Sanctuary encompasses 1640 mountainous acres and is adjacent to Lake Onawa, Barren Mt. and the Appalachian Trail. The hike up Borestone Mountain is three miles to the East Peak which offers a spectacular 360 degree view. The Moore Nature Center located one and one-half miles up the mountain from the trailhead features interpretive displays and information on the natural and cultural history of Borestone Mountain. Free (Donations accepted).
Katahdin Iron Works is a State of Maine maintained historic site that houses the remains of a blast furnace and charcoal kiln that were originally built in 1843. You can walk through the remains of the old blast furnace and imagine yourself traveling back in time to the heyday of this unique operation. Free.
Gulf Hagas is often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the East” (or of Maine) because it is a spectacular four mile long gorge with vertical slate walls dropping nearly 150 feet. The total depth of the valley is about 400 feet. The west branch of the Pleasant River flows through the gorge forming magnificent falls, chutes and pools that are especially torrid during the spring runoff. The fall foliage in this back country is spectacular and provides a colorful backdrop for the many hiking opportunities that abound throughout the Gulf region. Fee at gate.
The Guilford Memorial River Walk begins at the parking area north of the Sangerville Bridge on Rte. 23 just beyond the Piscataquis River. A short walk, 1/3rd mile east, goes downriver to a picnic table and sitting bench. A longer, flat 1 mile walk goes west, upriver, following the old Bangor and Piscataquis Railroad along the river to Haley Construction on Rte. 15. Free.
The Maine Highlands web site is paid for in part by the Maine State Office of Tourism. Fiscal year 2004: G1003241. For additional information on Maine, call 1-888-MAINE45 or go to www.visitmaine.com.
The Maine Highlands web site is paid for in part by the Maine State Office of Tourism. Fiscal year 2004: G1003241. For additional information on Maine, call 1-888-MAINE45 or go to