At the heart of the majestic state of Maine, The Maine Highlands features the state’s highest peak, Mt. Katahdin, longest river, the Penobscot, and largest lake, Moosehead. With hundreds of thousands of acres of undeveloped frontier land; countless mountain peaks; more than 200 waterfalls; and thousands of miles of trails to explore on foot, bicycle, skis, snowmobile, or ATV. Our forests are ripe for wildlife watching and hunting. Our numerous lakes, rivers, and streams are here for your paddles or fishing poles. You’ll find countless opportunities for outdoor adventure.
The Maine Highlands’ rich natural landscape is dotted with vibrant small towns and home to Maine’s third-largest urban center, Bangor. Concerts, museums, galleries, local food, and craft beer abound. Annual festivals and fairs celebrate everything from town histories to whoopie pies, sesaplanes to ice fishing.
From rare moments for reflection and connection to a wild landscape, to a stroll through small town Maine or a night out in Bangor, The Maine Highlands is a place that invites you to slow down, unplug, and leave the beaten path.
