Maine is known as Vacationland, but whether you are visiting or local, the coastal region features hikes for adventurers of all skill levels and experience. With AMC's Best Day Hikes in Coastal Maine, explore the rugged coast over 50 different hikes, enjoying classic views, historical lighthouses, and abundant natural beauty. Walk through century-old stands of white pine in Vaughan Woods Memorial State Park. Trek Portland's finest green spaces. Traverse the ridges of Camden Hills State Park and Acadia National Park's Cadillac Mountain. Explore the shoreline of Downeast Maine, from the maritime forests of Roque Bluffs State Park to the bogs of Quoddy Head State Park. With the At-a-Glance Trip Planner and handy icons, you can easily pinpoint the ideal hike for you, whether you're looking for one near public transportation, that is universally accessible, great for kids, or more. Whether staying for a weekend or a lifetime, this book is a must-have resource for daylong adventures along the coast of the Pine Tree State. Carey Michael Kish has led countless hiking, backpacking, and whitewater-rafting trips in Maine. He is a registered Maine Guide and a former president and founding member of the Maine Outdoor Adventure Club. He blogs at careykish.com and for the Maine Outdoor Journal at maineoutdoorjournal.mainetoday.com. He lives in Mt. Desert, Maine.