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Maine HIghlands Maine's nature and science centers help you discover the state's beauty

Shin Pond - Mount Chase, ME
Shin Pond

Off NH Route 159 Mount Chase, ME, 04765 Phone:

Dotted with resorts and beaches, this body of water will provide visitors with just about every type of activity, from fishing and boating, to sea plane rides.
Moxie Falls - The Forks, ME - Photo Credit Chris Nason
Moxie Falls

Lake Moxie Road - Off US Route 201 The Forks, ME, 04985 Phone:

One of the highest waterfalls in Maine, this natural wonder features an assortment of trails around the falls, and a swimming hole at the falls' bottom. Along the trails are observation areas. The trail to the swimming hole is quite steep, and good physical condition is required.
Trail - Viles Arboretum - Augusta, ME
Viles Arboretum

153 Hospital Street Augusta, ME, 04330 Phone: 207-626-7989

Come to this natural area to watch birds and other wildlife and enjoy thousands of native Maine plants.
Houston Brook Falls - Bingham, ME - Photo Credit Michelle Frost
Houston Brook Falls

Off Pleasant Ridge Road Bingham, ME, 04920 Phone:

Scenic water falls are a treat for the eyes and ears. The trail to the falls passes through privately-owned land, so please be respectful.
Caratunk Falls - Solon, ME - Photo Credit TJ Braley
Caratunk Falls

US Route 201 at Falls Road Solon, ME, 04979 Phone:

These beautiful falls, situated on the Kennebec River, are home to an amazing historic find: Indian relics and petroglyphs that date back as far as 9000 years ago. The Kennebec Valley Trail crosses near the falls over an old railroad bridge.