From ardent hikers to armchair adventurers, if you’re a fan of the Appalachian Trail then you should check out ‘The Green Tunnel’ podcast.

Carey Kish could have issues with bears, lightning, altitude, exposure and snakes, to name a few, but he’s ready to tackle The Continental Divide Trail.

Head to Castine and enjoy spectacular views of Penobscot Bay on a network of trails good for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

A scant two hours at best from Portland, Mount Washington Valley is an outdoor recreation bonanza.

The 25-mile multiuse trail system in Jefferson is a perfect place for a rustic overnight trip with cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat tire biking.

The ancient trail across Mount Desert Island – unmarked and unmaintained, so travel is at your own risk – has been trodden by footsteps for hundreds of years.

The big things – pack, tent, sleeping bag and such – yes, they’re huge, but a few key small items also border on essential.

The book details hiking opportunities that include 330 mountains and some 700 trails totaling over 1,600 miles.

Passadumkeag Mountain, in remote Penobscot County, is a worthy goal for adventurous hikers seeking a good measure of off-the-beaten path exploring

Discover seven islands off the Maine coast that are easily accessible year-round and feature good hiking trails.