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Things To Do Near Downtown in Augusta

Partly because of its location in the rugged, central highlands region of the state, Maine's capitol city of Augusta offers a wealth of walking and hiking opportunities both in and near this metropolis. These destinations range from vigorous, almost backwoods-type hiking to casual strolls through forested preserves in the heart of the city. The following are a top ten list of hikes and walks, most of them free, for visitors and locals alike to enjoy while in Augusta:

Augusta Nature Center

40 Pierce Drive

The Augusta Nature Center offers a touch of nature therapy within Augusta's busy urban scene...

Viles Arboretum

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153 Hospital Street

The Viles Arboretum features a wide selection of trees, plants and flowers for public viewing and enjoyment...

Kennebec River Rail Trail

230 State Street

The Kennebec River Rail Trail is a 6.5 mile paved walkway that offers scenic vistas of the Kennebec River and Augusta skyline...

Steve Powell Wildlife Management Area

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270 Lyons Road

Steve Powell Wildlife Management Area offers premier outdoor opportunities for Augusta area visitors...

Bond Brook Recreation Area

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55 North Street

Bond Brook Recreation Area is one of Augusta's newest destinations for passive recreation...

Smithfield Plantation

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2400 Hallowell Road

Located in nearby Litchfield, Smithfield Plantation offers the serenity of traveling through the Maine woods...

University of Maine Outdoor Leisure Center Trails

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5797 Student Recreation and Fitness Center

Located by the University of Maine's Student Fitness Center in Orono, the University of Maine Outdoor Leisure Center Trails offer miles of premier walking and hiking for the public to enjoy...