Penobscot County, Maine
541 hiking & walking trails · 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 28 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Penobscot County, Maine
Penobscot County is home to 541 mapped hiking trails and 4 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 28 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Penobscot County
Up to 204 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Penobscot County
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4 more cities in this county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Penobscot County, Maine?
Yes — we have 541 mapped hiking and walking trails in Penobscot County, Maine, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Penobscot County, Maine for families?
9 to 5 Trail near Old Town is one of the best family picks in Penobscot County, Maine — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Penobscot County, Maine?
Each of the 541 trails in Penobscot County, Maine has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Penobscot County, Maine?
Penobscot County, Maine has 4 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (2 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Penobscot County, Maine?
Yes — 1 of Penobscot County, Maine's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument Camping with 27 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Penobscot County, Maine?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Maine for more options beyond Penobscot County, Maine.
Hiking guides for Maine
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Penobscot County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Maine, Ranked
Maine's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichMaine's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Maine trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Maine
Ten gentle, well-marked Maine trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Maine
Maine's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Maine
Federal parks and recreation areas in Maine ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Maine: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Maine's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.