Once we were done with Blueberry Mountain, it was still early so we decided to attempt another hike either in Maine or New Hamsphire. The Blueberry Mountain and Rattlesnake Pool Loop is perhaps the most idyllic short day hike in the area, and ranks as one of our favorite family trips in all of New England. Speckled Mountain in the Evans Notch area is a moderate hike that features fine views to the North. The understory is a knee- and waist-high sea of mountain wood fern, hay-scented fern, and interrupted fern above bluebead lily and wild sarsaparilla. True to its name, one of the best things about Blueberry Mountain is the plethora of blueberry bushes adorning its peak. Roundtrip will be about 4.5 miles. Not 2.4 miles. If you start from Shell Pond/Stone House Road you can do a loop around Blueberry Mountain that’s roughly 3.5 miles. The trail is short but often steep. In the fall, it is an excellent spot to see the colorful New England leaves. At 3.6 miles, keep left at the junction with the Blueberry Ridge Trail to continue toward the summit of Speckled Mountain. Mount Washington may also be spotted on a clear day. Blueberry Ledges is one of our guides favorite swimming holes after rafting the Penobscot. Late summer is definitely the best season here. Blueberry Mountain. The summit of Blueberry Mountain is in the Caribou-Speckled Mountain Wilderness north of Fryeburg. We, however, decided to hike up the eastern flank and back down the same way. The Stone House Trail is only 1.5 miles long, but it climbs steeply most of the way up. At 2890 feet in elevation, Blueberry Mountain is one of the lesser known and hiked trails in the Weld region. To get there, taking Route 113 and when you’re in town, head towards Stone House Road which becomes Shell Pond Road. My friend and our two dogs agree. From South: At the intersection of ME Route 142 and 156 in Weld, head north on ME Route 142 toward Philips about 3.8 miles until you see a sign on the left indicating the entrance to the Blueberry Mountain Bible Camp (a dirt road).Turn on to this road and drive uphill for almost 1.5 miles. At higher elevations, spruce, fir, and white birch dominate the forest stands before the trees give way to low scrub and blueberry bushes. Visit Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands online for more information or contact: From South: At the intersection of ME Route 142 and 156 in Weld, head north on ME Route 142 toward Philips about 3.8 miles until you see a sign on the left indicating the entrance to the Blueberry Mountain Bible Camp (a dirt road). Poles definitely would have been a help. If you are not into blueberries, a fall hike here provides a vantage point for witnessing some of the most spectacular fall foliage in the country. Always a great hike! It can be challenging if you are not it good physical condition. Took two dogs along with us who did great! This trail passes through a property that was acquired in part with funds from the Land for Maine’s Future program. — Hufflepuff • Aug 20, 2020 Log in or create an account below to unlock all the great features of Maine trail finder: keep track of trails you want to do, preserve memories of trails you’ve done, earn badges, and more! While not terribly difficult, there are some areas that will require scrambling over rocks. We noticed Sabattus Mountain on the Maine Gazetteer and although it was a bit of a drive from where we were, it would be a super short so off we went to find it. I would say its more strenuous than moderate however. Yellow trails, Shell Pond loop. This new route entirely avoids the camp buildings. My gps equipped Fitbit calculated from parking lot to the exact summit at 1.49 miles and took me 50 minutes. Turn on to this road and drive uphill for almost 1.5 miles. Join/Login. If doing this hike from the opposite direction (starting at Blueberry Mountain Road), remember to bear right at the two trail junctions you'll encounter during the lower part of the trail. There should be a sign indicating the entrance to the Blueberry Mountain Bible Camp (a dirt road). This is a great hike. It was a really fun hike." A couple of weekends ago we visited Blueberry Mountain in Stow, Maine. Rattlesnake Pool also acts as a good spot to refill water if necessary. The road ends at the Bible camp buildings (look for Diradoudian Lodge) where there is plenty of room to park your car. The trailhead from this lot is also clearly marked and parallels the road through long grass and sedges before joining the existing trail. Summit was very windy on a warm August Sunday. This Blueberry is different from: Longer hike than my books indicated, but more than worth the effort. Enjoy! Located in Weld, Maine this wilderness adventure camp focuses on exploring God's creation and fellowshipping with other campers. Late summer provides wild blueberries and the heat to make Rattlesnake Pool a refreshing dip. You will pass the Rattlesnake Gorge and Rattlesnake Pool along the way. From Fryeburg, Maine, take Route 113 North for 19.4 miles to Stone House Rd. Other nearby spots for hiking to blueberries: Overset Mountain: Greenwood The Roost: Evan’s Notch The best time to grab some famous wild Maine blueberries here is late July through August. A new password has been emailed to you. Distance: 2.4 miles** Rating: Easy ***Location: Weld, Maine* This gentle, 2,890’ peak has far less traffic than the summits in Baxter State Park and Acadia National Park—which is just fine by the 419 residents of Weld, who make the trek to the peak each summer to feast on wild Maine blueberries. The first one is almost immediate and rather obvious because the left-hand turn would be on a cleared dirt road rather than a wide trail-like route. Using GPS we found the hike to be 2.4 miles or so up as the total for the trip was over 4 miles round trip. The Blueberry Mountain Trail is a so-called point-to-point hike, which means that, if you want to hike its entire length, you’ll need to have two cars, one on each end of the trail. Add in the blueberry picking and this trail is a must-do in Western Maine. Reaching the summit of Blueberry Mountain is best for experienced hikers. Head to Tootsie Roll first for smooth surfaces and gentle grades. Dark blue paint blazes on rocks and trees mark the way, and even though these are spaced at long intervals, the trail is clearly trodden from years of use, and it is not hard to locate. We just bumped up the difficulty on this hike to Moderate and Advanced. Yet another excellent alternative to the crowded hikes in … Abram, North and South Crocker, Sugarloaf, and on very clear days the Bigelow Mountains Range and Mt. As far as being a moderate trail, I would highly disagree, I'd hate to see an advanced trail ;). A devotee of New Hampshire and Maine hiking and backpacking, Philip is the 36th person to hike all 650 of the hiking trails in the White Mountain Guide. There are a few different trails that lead to Blueberry Mountain’s peak. Latest ... "Great day for a hike, but apparently the camp dog didn't think so. The latter two went perfectly. Be aware that the first part of the hike is on private property. Trails used: Sabattus Mountain Trail. Evans Notch, about 20 miles north of Fryeburg, on the Maine side of the White Mountains National Forest that offers some amazing mountain views. The Blueberry Mountain Trail leaves from the Blueberry Mountain Bible Camp parking lot. All Rights Reserved. Be aware of other berries and know for sure you have blueberries before eating any. Turn on to this road and drive uphill for almost 1.5 miles. Beautiful trail, and well marked and maintained. Elizabeth Jacobson: Though I loved Blueberry Mountain and didn't find the hike too difficult, Rumford White Cap is an easier hike and has more blueberries. A Walk Through Maine’s Fire History -70.959806, 44.290015 The Blueberry Lake trails were designated in 2013 as an International Mountain Bike Association Model Trail-Gateway network and are great for beginners. Once above tree line, follow the cairns (rock piles) to the summit which is recognized by its large cairn, geological survey marker, and spectacular views. Washington in New Hampshire. View at the top is definitely worth it. It is 1.5 miles to the peak. However, in order to be rewarded with Rattlesnake Pool, you will need to use the Stone House Trail, located off Stone House Road. A small cascading waterfall here fills a deep pool with cool and clear mountain water. December 2002: Blueberry. Please try again. Very steep right of the get go. Enter your username, and we will send you a new, randomly generated password to your email account. You walk along the ridge, at the first fork, head left, at the second fork, head left or right – both directions bring you to beautiful spots. At the top, it’s like walking on sponge as the mountain top is covered in wild blueberry and cranberry patches and moss. Location: Evans Notch Mileage: about 4.6 miles Elevation Gain: about 1,100 feet Trailhead Coords: 44.252, -70.9914 Terrain Map: Blueberry Mountain via White Cairn and Stone House trails on EveryTrail.com. This was my most favorite hike as a kid. From the Marcy Field trailhead it is 2.5 miles and starts out, for a short distance, along an old woods road before turning left and entering a forest of mainly hardwoods. The road ends at the Bible camp buildings (look for Diradoudian Lodge) where there is plenty of room to park your car. Next try Flying Squirrel for a fast and fun ride through the trees. With an altitude of 1,750 feet it's definitely a hearty hike. View from the lookout on Blueberry Mountain. Felt like climbing a huge flight of stairs. These sweet shrubs grow beautifully over granite slabs throughout the state, like a wool blanket on a winter’s night. Great hike. These awesome businesses support our goal of connecting people to outdoor adventures in Maine! Blueberry Mountain in the Evans Notch area is a moderate hike that features fine views to the South. 9. Trailhead Information. Took me about an hour 20 to summit and back. As mentioned in an earlier comment, the new parking area is on the left before you reach the lodge, and is clearly marked. peakery; Log a climb. Eat wild Maine blueberries on top of the mountain and cool off from the heat with a dip in the swimming hole. 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