Camden Hills State Park

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Camden Hills State Park is a stunning natural gem nestled in the heart of the picturesque Maine region in the United States. The park spans over 5,700 acres and is renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the shimmering waters of Penobscot Bay and the Camden Hills.

Visitors to Camden Hills State Park can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities amidst the park's diverse terrain. Hiking enthusiasts can explore a network of scenic trails that wind through lush forests, up rocky peaks, and past tranquil lakes. One of the most popular trails leads to the summit of Mount Battie, where hikers are rewarded with sweeping vistas of the bay and the charming coastal town of Camden below.

For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, the park offers opportunities for picnicking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. The diverse ecosystem of Camden Hills State Park is home to a variety of flora and fauna, making it a nature lover's paradise. During the fall season, the park's vibrant foliage attracts visitors from near and far, creating a kaleidoscope of colors that is truly a sight to behold.

In addition to its natural beauty, Camden Hills State Park also features a campground, making it an ideal destination for a tranquil and immersive outdoor getaway. Whether visitors are seeking a peaceful retreat in nature or an adventure-filled exploration, the park offers something for everyone to enjoy.

Established: 1947 (77 years ago)Elevation: 623 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°15'42"N, 69°3'12"W

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MaineUnited States

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Camden Hills State Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Camden Snow Bowl, Curtis Island Light, Center for Maine Contemporary Art, Lewis R. French.

5.1 miSW
Winter sport, Ski area
Camden Snow Bowl, Camden
130 min walk • The Camden Snow Bowl is a small, town-owned ski area in Camden, Maine. Located about 4.5 miles from Penobscot Bay on 1,300 ft Ragged Mountain. It also features a 400 feet toboggan run, on which the U.S. National Toboggan Championships are hosted annually.
4.1 miS
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Curtis Island Light, Camden
106 min walk • Curtis Island Light, originally Negro Island Light, is a lighthouse marking the approach to the harbor of Camden, Maine. It is located on Curtis Island, which shelters the harbor from ocean storms.
5.3 miS
Museum, Art museum
Center for Maine Contemporary Art, Rockport
135 min walk • Founded in 1952, the Center for Maine Contemporary Art is a contemporary arts institution, presenting a year-round program of changing exhibitions featuring the work of emerging and established artists with ties to Maine.
3.6 miS
Nature and wildlife tours, Ship, Historical and heritage tours
Lewis R. French, Camden
91 min walk • Lewis R. French is a gaff-rigged topsail schooner sailing out of Camden, Maine as a "Maine windjammer" offering weeklong cruises to tourists.
3.6 miS
Boat tours, Ship, Eco tours
Surprise, Camden
91 min walk • Surprise is a two-masted former racing schooner berthed in Camden, Maine. Built in 1917-18 in Rockport, Massachusetts, she is one of a small number of surviving schooners designed by noted naval architect Thomas F. McManus.
3.6 miS
Historical place, Neighbourhood
Camden Great Fire Historic District, Camden
93 min walk • The Camden Great Fire Historic District encompasses a significant portion of the central business district of the town of Camden, Maine, United States.
3.7 miS
Opera, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Camden Opera House Block, Camden
96 min walk • The Camden Opera House Block is a historic multifunction building at 29 Elm Street in the center of Camden, Maine, United States. Built in 1893 after the town's great 1892 fire, it is one of its most prominent buildings. It houses town offices, a social meeting hall, and a 500-seat theater.
3.5 miS
Library
Camden Public Library, Camden
90 min walk • The Camden Public Library is the public library serving Camden, Maine, United States. It is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
3.6 miS
Ship
Grace Bailey, Camden
93 min walk • Grace Bailey, also known for many years as Mattie, is a two-masted schooner whose home port is Camden Harbor, Camden, Maine. Built in 1882 in Patchogue, New York, she is one of four surviving two-masted wooden-hulled schooners, once the most common vessel in the American coasting trade.
3.1 miS
Park, Shingle style architecture
High Street Historic District, Camden
80 min walk • The High Street Historic District encompasses a well-preserved 19th-century residential area of Camden, Maine. Extending along High Street, the district has maintained its character since the 1920s, despite encroaching commercialization of nearby areas, and retains a cross-section of architecture of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
4 miS
Park, Greek Revival architecture
Chestnut Street Historic District, Camden
101 min walk • The Chestnut Street Historic District encompasses a predominantly residential part of Camden, Maine, United States, which represents a cross-section of the town's architectural history, and of its transition from a shipping center to a summer resort community.