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Summary: first 4/10ths of a mile is on paved road (almost 1/2 of hike is on pavement). It is steep. You have to park down in a side parking lot. There is a $3.00 charge to park but I did not pay it because there was no obvious place to pay, no lock box and no attendant. The trail is well worn as this is a popular hike for kids and dogs. However over the last two years it has deteriorated. There are signs everywhere, 'Trails closes at 6:00 p.m.', 'No Smoking', 'Parking $3.00", "Donations", "Rules...", "No Parking, $25.00 fine", "Towed at owners expense", etc. There was a full garbage can tipped over by the entrance. Too bad you can't hike it to watch the sunset. The town of Sebago seems to want to start making a profit or controlling access to what used to be a lovely nature hike. View is ok from top of tower but trees do restrict the view somewhat. This is an easy hike due to short length but a moderate hike due to slope. Can be very slippery when wet or icy. Trailhead: Follow Route 107 north from East Baldwin or south from Bridgton. Watch for signs for 'Douglas Mountain'. Take Douglas Mountain road and again, follow signs. The trailhead is well marked. You can't miss the parking lot. The signs are everywhere. (Lat:43.52 Lon:-70.41) Trail Guides for Douglas Mountain, Sebago: DeLormes Maine Atlas and Gazetteer by DeLorme (DeLorme) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Sebago town hall, Sebago Maine Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jon Willard, who has posted 54 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Page 2 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Chris & Jon on 9/3/2007 Beautiful view - got lost on the Eagle Scout trail - would like to know how long of a trail that was... didn't pay the $3... not too many others, Beautiful view - got nice pictures
Reviewed by Dave M and G on 7/30/2007 Easy fun trail with cool tower on top with great views. We did this hike about 5 years ago the trail was well marked. I was kind of turned off by the people there collecting money for parking etc. But I guess they take care of it. But we plan to hike it again at the end of August 2007 with our dog Moonie....
Reviewed by Marci on 5/14/2007 We hiked here on Mother's Day this year. We had a great time but yea we got confused a couple of times. The markers were a bit confusing. I would go again. I was kinda put off by the $3.00 parking but never saw anywhere to pay.
Reviewed by AKM on 5/14/2007 Kids love the tower and stone fireplace so will go again. However we always hiked ledges trail. Trying to follow the Eagle Scout trail we hiked right into someones back yard. Must have taken a wrong turn because the trail markers suck. Kids were dissapointed and too tired to summit at that point. Town regulations suck however there was no one there to collect parking fee. I wonder if any of the town officials who regulate the mountain actually hike it.
Reviewed by Viewer on 12/3/2006 Eagle Scout trail was great and "a walk in the park" for scouts but not so easy for less hardy hikers. Still I wouldn't want to climb the mountain any other way. The other trail doesn't compare. If I wanted to walk on pavement, I wouldn't have driven up to the trail :) 
Reviewed by kpmmbm on 10/14/2006 Agree with last post regarding the Eagle Scout Trail. Just keep following the orange reflectors. There are a few stretches where you think you've missed the summit and are heading down but stay with it. The Ledges trail is quiet steep and could be very slippery at the wrong time of the year.
Reviewed by Linda on 10/9/2006 I would not hike any trail other than the new Eagle Scout Trail. The Woods Trail and Ledges trail both start off on a paved road and the part through the woods is quite short. The Eagle Scout Trail is much longer and is entirely through the woods. The signs were quite clear. It's somewhat steep in parts but not difficult. I'd like to come back in the winter and snowshoe here. The view is very nice. Not as dramatic as other hikes, but still very nice. It wasn't crowded at the top, but when we got down, the parking lot was full so I think we left just in time.
Reviewed by Gary & Tracy on 8/7/2006 There needs to be more signage. Trails were only marked by tree spray paint. Need to let hikers know where exits are to the parking lot and distances. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Maine Hiking, Maine Trails, Maine Hikes, Cumberland County Hiking, Cumberland County Trails, Cumberland County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
