Posted in Maine April 19, 2020 by

The York Harbor Cliff Walk Is An Otherworldly Destination Near The Maine Border

It’s not hard to find beautiful places to clear your head here in Maine. From the mountains to the forests to the coastal rocks that are so un-mistakenly Maine, nothing is too far from our own backyards. The closer we get to warmer weather, the more we’re thinking about ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Try this beautiful walk for an experience that includes otherworldly beauty.

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Of all the walks in the state, this one just might be the most beautiful!
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Head to the town of York to experience this a 1 mile out-and-back trail with beautiful views of York Harbor.
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The route begins at York Harbor Beach then stretches along the cliff side of the beach.
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The trail begins as a paved walkway and in the spring you're likely to find wildflowers and other beautiful plants.
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As you continue, the route will go from paved to gravel and become slightly uneven. Those who are unsteady on their feet will want to be extra careful here.
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In addition to the views of York Harbor, you'll also be able to see the beach and some of the incredibly impressive homes dotting the coast.
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This route is simple, just straight in one direction until the path ends and you turn back.
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But that's what makes it so great. Short, simple and absolutely breathtaking is exactly what you want when you're looking to clear your head.
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Plan your visit for the end of the day and you'll enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in the area.
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Breathe in, smell that salt air and return back the same way you came.
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Accessing the trail is the only part of this journey that's not straightforward. But it's not impossible!

Residents with permits are allowed to park along Harbor Beach Road, which is right next to the trailhead. Easy!

Without a permit, you can still manage to park. Head to York Street, also known as Route 1A, and walk to the trailhead.

Please be sure not to park on Harbor Beach Road without a permit. Also, remember that summer here is very popular! If you can't find parking nearby you might need to walk a mile from your car to the trailhead. You can try to avoid this by arriving as early as possible.

You can learn more about the York Harbor Cliff Walk at alltrails.com.

For more incredible beauty here in Vacationland, check out the 10 most incredible natural attractions in Maine that everyone should visit.

Address: Cliff Walk, York, ME 03909, USA