A Trip To Angel Falls When Maine Has Frozen Over Is Positively Surreal
Maine is pretty special in the winter. If you love the change of seasons, including soft snow and cold, there’s really no better place to be. And while a lot of people consider exploring the outdoor only in the warmer months, we think getting outside to enjoy the fresh air is even better when it’s chilly. If you agree, you’ll want to check out the incredible beauty of this special waterfall near Rangeley.
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Angel Falls is just one of the many beautiful waterfalls in Maine. You'll find it near Byron and it can be accessed via a simple 1-mile trail.
And reaching the falls feels like a prize. In the spring and summer the falls are flowing and in the fall you'll find gorgeous foliage. But it's the winter we really love.
This view is what a lot of people imagine they'll see in Maine, but you'll need to be inland to find it. While a lot of people prefer to stick to the coast, we love that this exists for those who appreciate the entire state.
Follow the red blazes knowing that this awaits! The trail crosses the creek a few times, so you'll also want to be sure you have strong shoes. Crampons can't hurt either.
Once you've enjoyed the sight for a while, you'll simply turn around and head back the same way you came to return to the trailhead.
For more beautiful photos like this, check out the incredible video shared by Kyle Haley on Youtube.
Angel Falls is accessible year-round, but be sure to be careful as you walk as conditions can be slippery and unpredictable in the winter. You can learn more about it on alltrails.com. Dogs can go on this little adventure, but be sure to keep them on a leash. And, of course, make sure to keep an appropriate distance from others.
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
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