Mountain Views from Kezar Pond, Fryeburg, Maine

Fryeburg, Maine, is a perfect destination for lakefront property owners to find hikes of varying difficulty and scenic views. Walk along Main Street and the surrounding roads and enjoy the historic buildings and homes, as well as Fryeburg Academy. Drive to Hemlock Bridge on Hemlock Bridge Road and walk along the old course of the Saco River. Many people also enjoy walking all the roadways at the Fryeburg fairgrounds.

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Pleasant Mountain
Follow the red blazes as you ascend the Fire Wardens Trail up Pleasant Mountain. The trail is shaded and occasionally features a cool stream. Do wear sturdy shows as this trail has quite a few small rocks. The summit features an old fire tower and 180 degree views of the White Mountains. Unless you’ve parked a second car at another trail head (there are several options in neighboring Bridgton and Denmark), follow the same trail back to your car.
Degree of Difficulty: Moderately Difficult
Trail Access: Wilton Warren Road, Fryeburg
Mt Tom
This .8-mile trail begins by weaving through some fields and past the Mt. Tom cabin before it follows an old jeep trail to the summit. The trail is clear and wide. The upper portion passes through a hemlock grove before it opens to views of Pleasant Mountain, the Saco River and Kezar Pond.
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Trail Access: Menotomy Road, Fryeburg
Jockey Cap
This short hike offers big views from the summit. Local lore has it that an Abenaki healing woman named Molly Ockett camped in the cave-like rocks at the base of this mountain. The back side of Jockey Cap was home to the first ski lift in Maine, though evidence of it is long since gone. Today, rock climbers are often seen ascending the wall of the mountain. At the summit, a range-finder erected in honor of Arctic explorer Admiral Robert E. Peary helps hikers identify over 30 surrounding peaks.
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Trail Access: Route 302, Fryeburg
Mountain Division Trail
Part of a system that will eventually connect Fryeburg to Portland via the rail trail, this 4-mile paved trail offers a quiet oasis to stretch your legs. The trail leads from the Maine State Visitor Information Center to the airport road at Eastern Slopes Regional Airport off Route 113 and parallels the railroad tracks.
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Trail Access: Route 302, Fryeburg
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To learn more about the Fryeburg area, check out the blog links below.
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