Maine State Parks

Bradbury Mountain State Park is one of only five original state parks in the state of Maine. It is hard to miss because it is right off of Route 9 between Portland and Lewiston-Auburn and encompasses over 800 acres of beautifully forested land. It is known to have been sculpted out of the land by a giant glacier, which is credited with the forests unique and natural features, most notably Bradbury Mountain. It is also the only state park that is in the southern part of Maine. It has all of the attractions that any outdoor enthusiast could want.

If you are in search of reconnecting with nature and enjoying wildlife, then you are in luck. There are a wide variety of wildlife to fit everyone's style. If you in love with watching birds, then this the one of the best parks in southern Maine. It features hawks and eagles year-round, and is a common stop for a range of birds as they migrate either north or south. It is also home for a number of mammals both small and large. With natural and man-made homes, the wildlife will flourish as long as the park exists. Some of the most noted wildlife include wild turkeys and native moose, deer, and fox.

If you are looking to have a more active day, then you have a number of options at your disposal. Year-round, you can take advantage of a number of trails and dense forests. You can hike, cross-country ski, and go snowmobiling depending on the time of year. There is a small trail, less than half a mile, that circles the summit of Mount Bradbury and gives visitors a chance to scan for miles in any direction. The view is breathtaking to say the least. You can even bring your horses and ride the trails or just wander through the wilderness. The most popular trails include: Knight Woods, Link& Snowmobile, Fox Run, Ginn, Ragan, Lanzo, Northern Loop, Tote Road, and Boundary.

If you are looking to spend an extended period of time outdoors, then Bradbury Mountain State Park is always an excellent choice. It features over 40 spots for camping and even has spots for RVs. The camping spots are rarely completely filled to capacity, which means that campers can often find spots without noisy neighbors. There are many amenities including covered and uncovered picnic tables, playgrounds, and even a ball field. If you are looking to spend a few hours or a weekend in the wilderness, just enjoying nature, then Bradbury Mountain State Park should be in your plans.


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