A scientific and literary institute focusing on natural history — one that also offers many art workshops and chamber music concerts — requires a wonderful natural setting. And this one has it, perched on the top of forested 223-foot Eagle Hill. Its 150 or so acres include blueberry fields, outcrops with views, and a stretch
Birch Point Trail in blue; Hollingsworth Trail in red. What a glorious place to visit. The Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge is part of a large expanse of protected land spanning 250 miles. It includes five mainland refuges and 64 islands! This particular part of the sanctuary, on a peninsula in Steuben, offers two trail
This small 317-foot hill (elevation gain, 265 ft.) offers a fairly moderate hike and astonishing views from an open summit. I think the view is especially lovely when you can watch fog rolling over the bay and islands. The Downeast Coastal Conservancy recommends you make a loop by hiking up Historic Trail to the Summit