Bates–Morse Mountain Conservation Area

Great walk - BRING BUG SPRAY

Great 2 mile hike to the beach. Easy, free parking at the trailhead. This is an easy hike that even little ones can do. Mostly shaded. But y'all, DO NOT FORGET THE BUG SPRAY. Let's say you arrive,...

Beautiful, but buggy in August

Agree with previous reviews that this is worth a visit. We visited on a hot August morning and the biting insects were just too much, which is why it's not a 5 rating for me. I would wear pants and ap...

A Mere Road Through the Coastal Woods

This 600-acre (240 ha) coastal tract was off ME 216. Through it a 2.0-mile (3.2 km) trail traversed Bates Mountain on pavement, crushed rock, or compact gravel surfaces over easy grades. It was not so...

Hidden treasure

This is a nice easy walk. It's about 2 miles one way to get to the beach. I have been in the spring, fall, and winter snowshoeing. Never a disappointing. Parking is free and is limited.

Inspiration of nature

On a Sunday morning my wife and I set out to walk the preserve. Joined by many fellow hikers we could appreciate first hand why this place is so popular. The path is easy to navigate, the scenery ch...