The reason we decided to visit this trail/area, is because one of the news channels always shows the view from the camera at this location. We were always impressed with the view and put this on our list of interesting places. We finally made it this year! The views were beautiful! One of the things we loved about this place, is the fact there are plaques or narrative cards that show what you are looking at with a little history behind it. There are places for you to sit next to the ranger station. A few hikers were enjoying a snack break while we were there. They were commenting on how dusty and dry it was. (the drought of 2025 - for future readers reference) There's not a lot of shade, so prepare accordingly. There was plenty of parking and plenty of trails and views to enjoy! We loved it! read more

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Beautiful! Good bathroom facilities (composting toilets and sanitizer, but clean). Maps available. Ample parking, must pay to park. Well-marked trails. Can hike or drive to summit. Educational center at the top (limited hours). Nice lookout points. Easy to low-moderate hike on the trails we took, in my opinion. Not a terrible distance to the summit, mostly shaded hike. Will go back for sure. read more

Mount Agamenticus Trail - Hiking Near Me - York, Maine

Came here with friends that are very involved in bird and hawk watching. Located in York Maine. We drove to the top, lots of people were walking or biking it. A lot more windy at the top... be prepared with hats and gloves. Open year round dawn to dusk unless there's some major weather issue. Lots of different trails here, we wondered around the big A, very easy one mile takes you are the field. Lots of birds to see and chipmunks. We also did some of vultures view, very steep and a lot of exposed bedrock. Wear proper hiking shoes. The views are spectacular, mount Washington and the ocean! We saw a few hawks gliding throughout the sky. There is a nature center here but it was closed when we visited. read more

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It had been years since we've been up to Mt. A. Like, an eon. We usually stick to the beach on vacations, but decided to have a different kind of Maine vacation this year and stick to trails, historic sites, and just being away from the throngs of sweaty tourists at the shore. So it was the perfect time to revisit the trails at Mt. A! Because I'm mobility-challenged, I wondered if this would just be a bust. Not so! We were delighted by what we found. First, one can drive all the way up to the summit. We remembered at least that from 15+ years ago. There are two spots marked for handicapped parking, but there was ample space in the lot. (A good number of people park at the bottom and take the trails from there.) From there, you can check out the info board and get trail maps. There's a learning center, but we didn't go inside because we're not "doing indoors" at this time. Maybe someday when it's safer for my immunocompromised self. We were utterly delighted with The Big A trail!! It's a wide, even trail that winds around the summit beautifully. The material covering the trail is a crushed stone that provides a stable walking surface. I could have used my cane easily, and I think a good wheelchair might traverse it well. Luckily, I didn't need either at the moment. The trail itself is so interesting! We walked through all sorts of flora, and there are ID flip markers to explain different trees, etc. The views were amazing and varied (look to the ocean, look to NH), and we crossed boardwalks and stopped at overlooks. The Big A trail and other trailheads are well-marked with names and distances. That was so helpful! We took a little side trail that was .1 miles. Just my speed. Lol At the summit there's also a lookout that has nice, wide steps up, and a landing where you could rest your legs a minute if needed (not that there are a ton of steps--I'm taking about those of us with mobility issues...I found the stairs to be quite easy). There are picnic tables scattered about, many in the shade of a tree. We spotted a few different birds, chipmunks, and a fat woodchuck. On the drive up the mountain, I saw a deer in the woods! Another important thing: the potty situation. Miss Tiny Bladder that I am, I'm always assessing the restroom access and quality. There are two portapotties not far from the handicapped parking. They are in open sheds to shield them from the sun, a plus! One side is a typical portapotty with just enough space for one to do one's business without touching anything unnecessarily. The other side is spacious, and would fit a wheelchair in. Both were very clean, with toilet paper and plenty of hand sanitizer in their dispensers. That's the only place you'll find hand sanitizer, so bring your own if you're the type to touch all the things (the flip-up info signs, the overlook handrails, picnic tables). We had such a wonderful day, we came back a couple more times just to eat lunch and take a stroll. A most relaxing place, even in the height of a southern Maine summer! read more

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Long-ago, former "Big A" ski area (some of its structures still visible), has this second life as a easy to moderate hiking area on & around the Mt. Agamenticus, with views of the Atlantic Ocean & beautiful forests. Oh, and a shy, red fox. Trails are either packed dirt, stone, root-covered, all-rockface & packed gravel. Mountain bikers love the challenge. There is a viewing tower on the top & the old ski lodge up there is now the visitor center while, at the bottom, there is a great nature center. There are bathrooms on both the top & the bottom. Parking is pretty good but get there early anyway. read more

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Mount Agamenticus is one of those places that makes me appreciate where I live and New England in general. There are so many beautiful places to hike and admire the beauty and nature around us. Mt. A is one that definitely does not disappoint. My friend and I recently came to Mt. A for a hike and it was an incredibly beautiful day. It doesn't take too long to get to the peak of the mountain with amazing views from every direction, but there is plenty to see, including an antique ski chair lift. Once you reach the top, there are other trails that you can walk that prolong your hiking experience, if you wish to do that, but if you follow a typical trail up to the peak, it probably takes you about 30 minutes or so. It's a perfect spot for a moderate day hike! I will definitely be back to do more hiking at Mt. A! read more

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Drive up the mountain and then drive up more...eventually you'll get to the top. Ignore the giant cell towers and it's a pretty view. The Big A 1 mile loop is a very easy walk. We saw some birds and pretty views. read more

Having decided on a weekend trip to Maine near Kittery and York, the choice was made to breathe in some fresh air and get outdoors for a change. Mount Agamenticus and its 10,000 acres of land with over 40 miles of trails seemed an appropriate option to achieve this goal. Driving out to this coastal forestland, my boyfriend and I parked the car in a small lot at the trailhead. Thankful for the port-a-john located here, we took our time scouring over the trail map prior to beginning the trek out. Opting for the "Turtle Loop", we took a leisurely hike partway through the ringed trail before opting for the hairpin turn up to the summit. P.S. there is a road up to the top that is open year round, weather permitting but the exercise is refreshing! The summit is a relatively large open field complete with Learning Lodge, lookout towers, an Algonquin memorial, as well as several picnic tables. The Learning Lodge, though not open on my visit, is accessible from Memorial Day weekend until Columbus Day. It sounds as though it provides a number of displays and activities for young ones to learn and be involved in conserving nature. There are wonderful views all along the trail and the summit itself. Information stations along the trail add an element of education to your trip. From the top you can catch a glimpse of Mount Washington and coastal waters. I imagine the view is quite beautiful in the Fall with the changing trees. If your in the area I recommend this location for a quick.... or extended trek. I wouldn't travel out of your way for a visit but its certainly a nice change of pace on a sunny day. read more

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Quick, easy hike. Ideal for those who want some quick cardio, are out of shape trying to get back into shape, have small children, or have puppies. My friend and I brought our pups (on leash). We took the ring trail and it took us about 1:15 to do the whole hike which included some hanging out at the top. The view from the top is very impressive for such a small climb. You can also drive up to the top. The only reason why I am giving this 4 stars is because it was very crowded when we went. (Friday afternoon in July so no surprise there) I had a hard time getting a parking spot at the trail head. Get there early or go in the off season for some more peace and quiet. I also couldn't find a garbage to throw my dogs bathroom bag in so it was a long drive back to Portland ME with that smell coming from my backpack! Carry in Carry out! Had no bug problems except one tick on a dog. read more

Mount Agamenticus Trail - View from the top - Hiking Near Me - York, Maine

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Oh, Mt. A. You are a very, very meaningful place. We came here at the beginning of October when the colors were on fire. A sunny day, warm enough weather, and no time restraints, we spent the better part of the first half of the day at Mount Agamenticus taking in the views of the White Mountains, the Atlantic ocean, and the incredible expanse of uninterrupted forest. Drive up the road to the summit (if you want; you can also park on the access road to start hiking from there), park, and you can start by checking out the Learning Lodge (which is open Memorial to Columbus Days), the wooden observation deck, and an abandoned tower and barn. I disagree with what other reviewers are saying about brevity. Maybe that's true if you stick to the Big A loop: it's about 1 mile on pretty flat terrain and is good for all levels of walkability, and it basically circles the summit. But there are SO MANY trails here - for example, you could take Turtle Trail (which is over 2 miles and is a bit more challenging): it's a self-guided trail with informational boards (in the form of a children's book) along it that explain the local geology, weather systems, and wildlife. Take Big A to Fisher, Fisher to Ring. From Ring you can also explore intersections back up to Big A like the Summit Staircase, Hairpin Turn, Witch Hazel, Sweet Fern or head-off to Vulture's View. Seriously, check out the awesome network here: http://www.agamenticus.org/index.php/recreation-trails/trail-map. We didn't even make it to Second Hill or Third Hill, and we were here for quite a while! Next time... Also, on one of the trails we were on we found some antique chairlift equipment now partially covered in flora. It was very, very cool. Felt very post-apocalyptic. Finally, my mobile didn't get any reception throughout our exploration of Mt. A. It was only when we were finished, and heading back to our car that my signal came back, and I found out that my grandmother had passed away. We knew it was coming, but finding out in the glory of nature on a beautiful autumn day made it much more peaceful. She always told me I had "sand in my shoes" (meaning I was curious about travel and adventure), so I know my grandmother was happy with where I was and what I was doing that day. Because of that, Mt. A is always going to have an incredibly special place in my heart. read more

Unique and phenomenal 360 views of the surrounding area as even though the summit of Mount Agamenticus is only 692 feet above sea level it is higher than all of the surrounding land so you are perched above the treetops which makes a might brilliant canopy when we visited in October due to New England's famous fall foliage. The summit is accessible by car and has a decent sized parking lot. There is a well maintained trail that encircles the summit which affords the aforementioned 360 degree views. I put Marginal Way as the top destination in this area, but Mount Agamenticus makes #2 on my list. read more

Love this mountain! A very good friend, who is a local, introduced me to the area 8 years ago. There has been so many improvements since my first visit in 2008. My 81 year old mom could walk the trails on top. There is handicap parking, though the lot is not paved, and the trails on top appear to be wheel chair accessible. The learning center, trail maps, and informational placards are super helpful. The Sunset was ah-mazing. My pictures don't do it justice of its 360 degree views. read more

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We drove up the mountain and walked the Big A trail which is universally accessible. The trail allows 360 degree views albeit distant. It was thoroughly enjoyable with lots of birds even in late June. read more

Mount Agamenticus Trail - Hiking Near Me - York, Maine

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This trail has various trails that are clearly marked and of various difficulties depending on what you want to do. I enjoyed the loop trail that we took. If you start at the top where the visitor center is they have some great views. Make sure you have hiking shoes that are somewhat water proof if you go after it's rained the day before. Also if you are like my husband and the bugs like you use bug spray read more

To prove I do more than just eat, here is a my first review of a hiking trail. We picked the perfect place for a hike, but the worst possible day for it. Despite the blazing hot sun at the top of Mt. Agmenticus, we managed to explore the summit and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline and distant White Mountains. This mountain trail has been on my Yelp bookmark list for some time now and glad I got the chance to visit. I was not sure what to expect upon arrival. Some vehicles were parked at the base which I assume belong to the more experienced hikers that begin their hike from the bottom. We cheated on this 90 degree day and drove to the top until reaching the visitor's center and free parking area. The visitor's center is referred to as the learning center and is somewhat geared to children with exhibits offering a lesson on local wildlife. An observation deck within this building offers an amazing view from all sides of the mountain. There are also a couple smaller observation decks located at the summit and plenty of tables to enjoy a picnic. From what I could see there are a few intersecting trails clearly marked which span the mountain. I plan to return soon, perhaps on a crisp fall day to enjoy the full hike to the top. What a hidden gem! read more

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This was a good moderate hike. I'm not a super hiker but enjoyed the ring trail with the A trail as a side trail to see the summit. read more

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I decided to ride the Ring on my mountain bike. Although I DO NOT recommend doing that, it is quite a lovely trail to hike. You can park right next to the trail. Via bike, it can be done in 30-40 minutes... 40 with falling a few times and walking the bike up the roots, then shooting down. It's great if you like adrenaline and the thought that at any moment you could in fact break or dislocate something. read more

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Great hike for ages 4-6, my son loved it, and especially the loads of fresh blueberries we found upon our descent on blueberry bluff. Super start for beginners or those wanting the introduce kids to the idea of hiking. read more

Mount Agamenticus Trail - Hiking Near Me - York, Maine

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Back in the day MT A was a serene and beautiful place to get out in nature. Now it is a yupified Mecca, over run with cars and swarming with people on the weekend. A few years ago they clear cut the top too, which opened up ocean views, but made it feel even less wild and kind of sad. As southern Maine booms, I am glad that the masses are getting out into nature. If you are looking for a crowded family hike, it's a beautiful spot. If you are looking for a quiet walk in the woods, it's not really to be found most days here anymore. read more

The rating for this hike is "intermediate," but it's definitely on the extremely easy end of intermediate. It's about a 3/4 mile, easy incline hike to the gently graded top, where there is a wide open field, a lodge, and two look-out towers. The views are very rewarding - one tower gives prime coastal views and the other looks out over a valley of trees and to the White Mountains. Definitely a good hike for families - even small children will not find this very strenuous. A nice activity if you're staying around York but not worth the drive from further afield. read more

My only qualm with this trail system is that I wish it was longer. Seriously. Otherwise, outstanding. The trail system is a lovely and clean oasis just outside of Ogunquit making it a quick trip for us on a sunny day. When we arrived we found a full parking lot, so we parked on the side of the road (when we returned we found this is very common and the number of cars had tripled since our peak and descent). I was excited to see they had a children's literacy program and a story walk trail! (That explained the heavy saturation of children in the area...) None of these trails are difficult, or steep by any means, it really is a great spot for hikers of all abilities. At the peak you get views of the New Hampshire mountains in the distance and if you're nosy, you can check out the old radar tower and ask about microwave communication. No need for fancy gear or layers, this dog friendly hike is more of a walk and done in under 45 minutes. It is a carry-in, carry-out facility so if you like the cleanliness, be a part of it ;) read more

I love this place. I love this place. I love this place. Mt. A is an old ski mountain (under 700ft) and some of the chairlift equipment is still there. Every year they do more and more to improve the trails and especially the top where the learning center is. This year I noticed they have done some cutting of trees at the top and they are making crushed rock paths. The parking is free and there is plenty of it. A good trail to hike is The Ring Trail. It skirts around the side of the mountain approximately .2 miles down from the top. You cross the auto road near the bottom at the entrance. The trails are well marked with colored blazes and animals. Each intersecting trail is well marked as well. A lot of trails lead off toward Second Hill which is worth a visit too. These are nature trails with leaves and rocks and even water on them so be prepared with real boots and bring your water. The top can be "breezy" but the views of the White Mountains and nice long stretch of the Atlantic Coastline can't be beat from such a moderate height. I've seen horses here in the summer and some trails you can bike on as well. The trails that are hike only are clearly marked. This is a carry in-carry out park. They have lots of picnic tables for you to enjoy lunch at our you can even just lay or sit in the wide open space at the top in the grass and soak it all in. Plus, you can be on Rt 1 shopping and eating within 4 miles if that is something that rounds out your day. read more

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For my very first visit, I really enjoyed it and I learned important things about myself. 1) I'm not in shape anymore and 2) my old knees are old. Mt. Agamenticus is a tucked away gem in York with really nice trails. The Ring trail goes around the base of the mountain and intersects with the road and a bunch of other trails that go towards the summit. We started off on the Ring Trail and then switched over to the Blueberry Bluff trail. This one is basically a straight up climb to the summit and you'll climb up steep rocks and come out in a field with high bush blueberries growing on them. Once at the summit, there is a learning center which we didn't visit. I was more interested in the scenic views. There is a big wooden observation deck that you can climb up and get spectacular views of the White Mountains. On the day we visited, it was very clear and we could see the presidential range to the West. You can turn around and get a nice view of the beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. It's well worth the walk to the top for the views. If you don't want to hike, drive to the top where you'll find plenty of parking and picnic tables. On our way down, we took a trail called the Summit Stairway and it was terrifying for me. It's really steep and made up of a "stairway" of granite rocks. I felt like if I didn't devote 100% of my concentration to making it down, I would make a misstep and plummet to the bottom. Some of the granite rocks are wobbly which adds to the "oh my, I'm going to fall" feeling. I highly recommend coming and checking this out. It's about a 20 minute hike to the top and totally worth it for the views. It's a 35 minute drive from Portland but I would recommend avoiding Rte 1 during tourist season or you'll be stuck in traffic for a long time. read more

Great hiking area but I came for the ATV trails. The trails designated for riding on can get very rocky, which you can get through the whole thing around 3 hours. Why you ask 3 hours even though the distance isn't that much, you will be spending your energy fighting the terrain traveling no faster than 15mph and that is pretty fast for out there. I did as much trail as I could go for and my whole body is sore, if that is what you want to do is practice on how to ride on rocks then this is the place for you. I recommend having good or serious off-road tires like Kenda Bearclaws or similar and a winch if you get stuck on some rough terrain. Lot of trees around the riding trails so there is not much to look at, a few bridges you can pass or watch someone cross a stream in 4 wheel ;). Despite the rock practice I'll definitely bring my ATVs again or hike it. read more

Be careful: SO many ticks!! The trail looks lovely and the facilities are well maintained. Unfortunately, the big a trail seems to be a breeding ground for ticks. I was warned shortly into the trail by another visitor who had found over a dozen, and looked down to see myself and my pup were covered. NOPE! If you take this trail, do a thorough tick check afterward on you and your pups. read more

This is an easy hike. Perfect for a family with kids or beginners to mountain hiking. On a clear day, you can easily see Mr. Washington and the ocean. The old ski lifts are pretty cool too. read more

Mount Agamenticus Trail - Hiking Near Me - York, Maine

We enjoyed hiking around the well worn ring trail. The views at the top are excellent too. I suggest parking at the top where there is an accessible trail. For those who are comfortable with a light hike in the woods descend a few steps down one of the paths to hike the lower, outer ring trail, which takes about an hour to go round. There are tougher hikes too for those who are more adventurous. read more

Great for an easy hike w the kids (1-5miles). Beautiful views from the top, places to pic nic and many trails to chose from to avoid and out and back trip. read more

This is an unexpected gem! This short hike has views that rival some of the longer, more strenuous climbs I've experienced elsewhere.

Loved it . Very casual , not to intense compared to other mountains I have hiked this summer . Beautiful views from the top and I would recommend to those who would like a moderate hike ! read more

Wonderful hike, wonderful view. Can see up to the presidential range in NH, over to the far point in Kennebunkport and south to the Isles of Shoals off Portsmouth. Better with kids or adults that can entertain themselves, doesn't have oodles of Sesame Street type plaques and toy education, but a wonderful spot to walk and look read more

We parked at the base & hiked to the top. If you are not regular hikers like my family, I highly recommend : Drive to the top and enjoy the view. Go on a day with clear weather for great views. Wear good sneakers & take a bottle of water.. Take the map at the base camp, because the markers are minimal: we are the GPS generation and our phones did not work on the trail. Here's the map http://www.agamenticus.org/images/trailmaps/MT.A-MAP.pdf we took the Ring trail from the base of the mountain and then at the fork we took the trail to the left (#16) that took us via Summit Stairway (very steep and scary with giant, wobbly rocks). At the summit, the big wooden observation deck gives you panoramic views of the White Mountains. Being a clear day we could see the presidential range to the West, Mount Washington, the beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. The hike took much longer and was scarier than we had anticipated, but was worth it in the end. Next time we will take my own recommendation and drive to the summit, like normal people :) read more

We drove to the top of the mountain (only 692'). There is adequate parking (free), the Learning Center Lodge (closed when we were there), very pretty views with info on what is in the distance) and trailheads for various hikes. We only took a very short hike (Blueberry Bluff) all downhill from there, of course (all uphill coming back :-) through the trees and over roots and rocks. Very doable. Wish we had time to try more paths. Also saw several mountain bikers on their way up and down. No real shoulder for them so keep an eye out if driving. read more