Hiking In Maine

Hiking opportunities are everywhere around Lake Parlin Lodge as well as the surrounding towns of Jackman, Moose River and the Forks. Explore the rivers and streams or hike to the top of the areas highest peaks, some of which still have traditional fire towers.

SOME OF THE BEST HIKING, RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR

A popular local hiking trip is to go in search of shed moose antlers. Some of the very best hiking in Maine is right outside your cabin door. We’ll point you in the direction of moose wintering grounds to go off on your own, or we can assist you in making your hiking plans with our onsite Registered Maine Guides.
Make your next hiking destination Lake Parlin Lodge & Cabins , where some of the very best Maine cabin rentals are waiting for you!

COBURN MOUNTAIN

This hike is about a 10 minute drive by car from the Lodge. Once at the trail, it is 1.5 miles to the summit where you’ll have an unbelievable view from the top. It is an easy trail but rather steep climb. You should be in fairly good shape to attempt this summit.

This hike is a 20 minute drive by car form the Lodge. Once at the trail head, it’s about a ¾ of mile hike to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Northeast. It is an easy trail to walk and doable for most people.

GRAND FALLS

This hike is about a 30 minute drive from the Lodge, half of which is on dirt road. Once there, It is an easy ½ mile hike. There are some steep steps to climb but it’s most certainly worth it. Grand Falls is the largest set of horseshoe falls in the state.

NUMBER 5 MTN.

This hike is a 30-45 drive on dirt roads to the trail head. Once there, it is a 5 mile hike to the summit. The trail is well marked and moderately steep in some spots. There is a tall fire tower at the summit that provides unsurpassed views. Hikers should be in fairly decent shape for this hike.

PARLIN FALLS

A short 10 minute drive gets you to this spot. Once there, it’s only a few hundred yards to the stream. Go for the view of the falls or head upstream and take a dip in the swimming hole. Fun and easy for the whole family.

SLIDEDOWN FALLS

This hike is about a 45 minute drive from the Lodge with a couple mile hike to the falls. It’s easy trail but not quite as well marked. Great scenery and swimming hole when you get there.

Make your next hiking destination Lake Parlin Lodge & Cabins, where some of the very best Maine cabin rentals are waiting for you!