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Beech Hill Reserve

38 Reviews

#7 of 29 things to do in Rockport

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Beech Hill Road, Take Beech Hill Rd W. This road is one street south of US90 and Hwy 1, Rockport, ME 04856

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“Beautiful Spot!”

Our first visit here was in March with high winds and sub zero temperatures. It came highly... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

51Stone61

Auburn, Maine

“Beautiful in the spring”

This is a good place for an easy hike with the family. The preserve is just off of Rt 1 in Rockport... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Christine M

Reading, Pennsylvania

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4.5 38 reviews

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“short hike”(4 reviews)

“stone house”(6 reviews)

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Beech Hill Road, Take Beech Hill Rd W. This road is one street south of US90 and Hwy 1, Rockport, ME 04856

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51Stone61

Auburn, Maine

Reviewed 1 week ago

Beautiful Spot!

Our first visit here was in March with high winds and sub zero temperatures. It came highly recommended and was worth the trek through the snow. We were anxious to return this summer when the hut was open for full viewing. Spectacular place with great...More

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Christine M

Reading, Pennsylvania

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Beautiful in the spring

This is a good place for an easy hike with the family. The preserve is just off of Rt 1 in Rockport and in the spring when the wildflowers are blooming it's just beautiful. There's a parking lot big enough for cars but I wouldn't...More

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Pamike305

Key West , FL

Reviewed 9 July 2018 via mobile

A great hike

What a nice, short, easy hike up to an amazing view. The view of the Penobscot Bay is fantastic. I can’t wait to come back during blueberry season.Take the time, make the hike

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sftblldiva25

Bath, Maine

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Reviewed 26 May 2018 via mobile

Amazing views even on an overcast day

Beech Hill Reserve is simply a must see on your Rockport excursion! The walk up to the top was a bit rocky at points so make sure to wear appropriate shoes. The path leading up to the top provides excellent views of the ocean. At...More

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billf372

Ferrum, Virginia

277

Reviewed 24 May 2018

Walk through the woods

The trail is fairly easy, but you can't see much until you get to the top. The veiws from there are fabulous and make the hike worth while. Bring bug spray.

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Polarbexar

Platteville, Colorado, USA

Reviewed 3 October 2017

Great View

Took the short hike up to the Beechnut House. Sod roof, solitary building on the top of a hill overlooking the Penobscott Bay. Nice breezy day. Free activity.

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Chuck B

Houston, Texas

22372

Reviewed 13 September 2017

A very nice hike

My wife and I hiked this reserve on 9/12/17. I have Parkinson's but using walking sticks I was able to slowly make this hike. The initial path is rugged but then you get to the "road" and head uphill (1-6% grade) for .6 miles to...More

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solotravel001

Cape Cod, MA

446

Reviewed 10 September 2017

Beach down a dusty dirt road -- nice cove

If you want white sand, don't come. If you love Main'es rocky coast, seaweed and blackis sand, this isn't to be missed. Off the beaten path (and then some), it's a gorgeous cove with good walks, easy parking and beach access and a view of...More

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carolynb408

Warren, Maine

197

Reviewed 24 August 2017

a walk in the fileds

Love this spot. A great place for a walk, a picnic, a dog walk. The view from the stone house is fabulous, there is always a cool breeze, and in the winter, the stars on display make it seem magic!

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Scott A

Barcelona, Spain

256

Reviewed 5 August 2017

A very easy family-friendly hike.

We were able to take the entire family on a very easy hike through the blueberry fields in early August. The top of the hill gives you stunning views of the ocean and surrounding hills. The hiking trail is about half in the open air...More