Hikes In and Around Gray, Maine

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The crystal clear lakes and rolling hills surrounding Gray, Maine, attract outdoor enthusiasts to the area. Hikers, bikers, birders and skiers can all find a place to get out and play. Some locales are pet friendly–adding to the fun.



Libby Hill, Gray
Named for one of the original settlers of Gray, Daniel Libby, this 145-acre preserve is located west of town. Over eight miles of multi-purpose trails circle the property. Dogs on leash are allowed. Horses are allowed on certain trails at designated times of the year.
Trailhead: 50 Libby Hill Road, Gray (entrance to trails is located behind the middle school)
Degree of Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Maine Wildlife Park, Gray
Home to over 30 species of animals indigenous to Maine, the park offers 1.66 miles of trails. Three quarters of the trails are handicapped accessible. Other features include a fish hatchery, nature store, picnic tables and the Maine Warden Museum. No pets are allowed. There is a fee to enter the park.
Trailhead: 56 Game Road, Gray
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Pineland Public Reserved Land, Gray, New Gloucester, North Yarmouth
At this 600-acre preserve, there are 3.2 miles of blue-blazed loop trails that traverse the rolling hills. The North Loop includes a spur trail to the Royal River. Along the South Loop, look for the rare Maine blackgum tupelo trees and the largest ironwood trees in the state. Dogs on leash are allowed. No fee charged.
Trailhead: Depot Street, Gray
Degree of Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Pineland Farms, New Gloucester
Thirty kilometers of trails circle through the woods and over the rolling hills of Pineland Farms, which is adjacent to Pineland Public Reserved Land. The trails are designated for trail running, walking, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and Nordic skiing. A fee is charged in the winter months. No dogs are allowed.
Trailhead: 15 Farm View Drive, New Gloucester
Degree of Difficulty: Easy to difficult
Intervale Preserve, New Gloucester
A half-mile loop passes along the Royal River in this 30-acre preserve. It’s a popular spot for birders. A boat launch is located 200 feet south of the trailhead.
Trailhead: Intervale Road (Route 231), New Gloucester
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Pisgah Hill Summit, New Gloucester
Hikers, snowshoers and skiers enjoy the 1.2 mile round trip to the summit of Pisgah Hill. Old quarries speak of a time gone by. From the summit, enjoy the scenic view. Return on the same trail. Dogs on leash are allowed.
Trailhead: Dougherty Road, New Gloucester
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate
Bradbury Mountain State Park
Hikers, mountain bikers, horse back riders, skiers, snowshoers and snowmobilers are welcome to Bradbury Mountain State Park’s extensive trail system. One of the five original state parks in Maine, the property now encompasses 800+ acres. A playground, BBQ grills and picnic area are located at the base. From the summit, enjoy views of Casco Bay and the Portland skyline. Along the way look for the old feldspar quarry and the former cattle pound. During the spring and fall, birders enjoy watching the hawk migration from the summit. Dogs on leash are allowed. A per person fee is charged.
Trailhead: 528 Hallowell Road (Route 9), Pownal
Degree of Difficulty: Easy to Difficult
To view lakefront properties for sale in Gray and New Gloucester, click on the green box above.
To learn more about the Gray area, check out the blog links below.
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