We normally work late shift, which is great for early morning hikes.
Big Woods Trail at Indian Point is a 2.2 mile walk down from the point to the waterfront of Western Bay through the Nature Conservancy's
Blagden Preserve . The trailhead is only a 5-minute drive from home, so good for a morning stroll before work. Also, because it is remote and "less traveled", Indian Point is the most likely place to see harbor seals on Mt Desert Island. Special Note: to approach or harrass a harbor seal can result in a fine up to $75,000, so leave them be. I did not see any seals on this trip, but did encounter lots of mushrooms. Need to research them before I try harvesting any!
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| A mossy forest wonderland |
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| Roots and rocks, watch your step |
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| Lots of shrooms |
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| Low-lying "fern trail" leads to the shore |
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| Rocky coast on Western Bay |
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| Our park is just up the coast there! |
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| Fascinating mix of schist and granite |
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| This stairway has seen better days |
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| The finale of the Indian Point shore trail - a lovely spot to sit, relax, and enjoy the breeze |
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| More shrooms |
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