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10 surprising facts about Katahdin

by Aislinn Sarnacki September 19, 2026September 18, 2026

“Katahdin,” an Abenaki word, roughly translates to “greatest mountain.” That’s why it’s redundant to say Mount Katahdin.

Outdoors Contributors

This remote Maine trail follows the route of a boy who survived 9 days lost in the wilderness

by Carey Kish, Outdoors Contributor September 13, 2026September 12, 2026

Only experienced hikers should take on these rugged Maine mountains

by Aislinn Sarnacki September 5, 2026September 4, 2026

11 Maine trails that are great for forest bathing

by Aislinn Sarnacki August 29, 2026August 28, 2026

Fire tower offers perfect 360-degree views of Katahdin region

by Susan Bard August 26, 2026August 26, 2026

This overlooked Baxter State Park hike offers stunning views of Katahdin

by Aislinn Sarnacki August 23, 2026August 22, 2026

Maine hikers can summit these 3 New Hampshire peaks in a single day

by Aislinn Sarnacki August 21, 2026August 20, 2026

Snorkeling in Maine will open your eyes to ‘fascinating’ underwater world

by Aislinn Sarnacki August 9, 2026August 9, 2026

This hike leads you to an enchanting waterfall on the Appalachian Trail

by Aislinn Sarnacki August 1, 2026July 31, 2026

How to protect yourself from dangerous people while hiking

by Aislinn Sarnacki July 26, 2026July 25, 2026

Clear waters make this remote Maine lake a great spot to snorkel with fish

by Aislinn Sarnacki July 25, 2026July 24, 2026

This Maine archipelago is a sea kayaker’s dream

by Aislinn Sarnacki July 19, 2026July 18, 2026

How to avoid falling while hiking in Maine

by Aislinn Sarnacki July 18, 2026July 17, 2026

This Maine island mail boat will take you on a puffin tour

by Susan Bard July 16, 2026August 4, 2026

How I unwind in the North Maine Woods

by Aislinn Sarnacki June 30, 2026June 29, 2026

Here are some animal signs to look out for while hiking in Maine

by Aislinn Sarnacki June 27, 2026June 28, 2026

Outdoors Contributors

I don’t like hiking or the ocean. Then I visited one of Maine’s most famous coastal walks.

by Al Raychard, Outdoors Contributor June 14, 2026June 13, 2026

6 Maine summer hikes where you can go swimming

by Lindsay Putnam June 14, 2026June 13, 2026

Outdoors Contributors

This wild stretch of Maine coast almost became a subdivision

by Carey Kish, Outdoors Contributor June 7, 2026June 6, 2026

Outdoors Contributors

I went sea kayaking near the site of a recent drowning. Here’s what I learned.

by Aislinn Sarnacki May 31, 2026May 30, 2026