A Trail Full Of Fore River Views In Portland Will Lead You To A Waterfall Paradise In Maine

Another day, another unbeatable Maine trail that leads through the most impressive scenery in New England! You'd need years to explore all the trails here and that can often feel overwhelming. That's why we like prioritizing the ones that offer a little something extra. Trails that lead to a beautiful natural feature are always high on our list, but add tons of beauty along the way and you've got a hike that you'll want to do as soon as possible!

The Fore River Sanctuary in Portland offers a beautiful way to disappear into nature without having to venture out of the city.

The natural area is 85 acres and offers a few different trails to explore.

Any trail in the sanctuary will offer views of the Fore River, which is a nearly 6-mile body of water that flows between Portland South Portland.

The Fore River Sanctuary White Trail is just over 3 miles and includes a relatively flat and well-maintained surface. Markers are easy to find, making this a stress-free journey.

While the hike itself has plenty to see and enjoy, the water views are only part of the fun!

The route includes Jewell Falls, Portland's only natural waterfall.

Any time of year you're likely to find water flowing, though the winter may have only a trickle.

But visit after a rain, in the spring or in the summer and the flow of water is impressive for a city-based waterfall.

It's fun to see the waterfall and explore the rocks at the base. Once you've had enough time here, simply continue along the loop to make your way back to the trailhead.

This is a beautiful way to escape into nature in Portland and the river views coupled with the waterfall make for a lovely day out.

The Fore River Sanctuary White Trail can be accessed year-round and it offers a different type of beauty in each season. You can learn more about it by visiting alltrails.com or Maine Trail Finder. Feel free to bring the pups, just make sure they're on a leash.

Another great journey through the woods is this hike in Maine that takes you to not one, but two beautiful waterfalls!