Baxter Woods - Hiking trail near Portland, Maine, United States - Description
| Name | Baxter Woods | |
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| Summary | Baxter Woods is a 30-acre nature preserve offering towering pines, river views and quiet, shaded trails suitable for foot and bike traffic | |
| Type | Day Hike - Loop | |
| Distance (Total) | 0.8 miles / 1.3 km | |
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| Hiking Season | - All Year Long | |
| Things To See | - River - Woods | |
| Difficulty | Easy | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Portland, Maine, United States | |
| Link | http://www.trails.org/map_files/baxter_woods_description.html | |
| Permit Required | No | |
| Trail Map |
Baxter Woods is a 30-acre nature preserve offering towering pines, river views and quiet, shaded trails suitable for foot and bike traffic. The park is open from dawn to dusk. A large informational sign marks the start of the main trail from Stevens Avenue . Due to large tree roots on some of the smaller trails, wheelchairs and strollers may want to stick to the main trail, which runs from Stevens Avenue to Forest Avenue . The trails connect to Evergreen Cemetery across Stevens Avenue . To continue your walk to Back Cove, cross Forest Avenue to Walton Street and the site of the former Baxter School and follow sidewalks to Back Cove.
Description courtesy of Portland Trails
Parking is available along Hartley Street, Stevens and Forest Avenues.
| Latitude | 43.6753990667 degrees / 43° 40.524' / 43° 40' 31.44" |
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| Longitude | -70.2907848358 degrees / -70° 17.447' / -70° 17' 26.83" |
| Created by Nick on 03/24/2010 |
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- Comments
Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site.