Here are 8 places to hike in the Kennebec River Valley
PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • May 30, 2026
The Kennebec River Valley encompasses over 5,000 square miles, and within that vast area of hills and mountains, rivers and streams, and lakes and ponds are a wealth of recreational opportunities. For hikers, dozens of public and private conservation lands totaling many thousands of acres and featuring miles of wonderful trails are available, a veritable footloose feast. Here are just a few places for you and your boots to explore ~ Carey Kish
• Moxie Falls, West Forks
• Moxie Mountain, Caratunk
• Good Will−Hinckley, Hinckley
• Kennebec Highlands, Belgrade Lakes Region
• Howard Hill, Augusta
• Pownalborough Courthouse, Dresden
• Whiskeag Trail, Bath
• Cooley Center Pond Preserve, Phippsburg