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Mount Battie

Camden Hills State Park, Camden, ME
Ranked #1 of 12 attractions in Camden
5.0 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Mountains
Activities: Hiking, Driving
Description: A one-hour-up/one-hour-back hiking trip is the best way to see this mountain.
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Chicago, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

the trail to the summitt is difficult but it was worth it. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

My wife and I drove to the top of the Mountain and enjoyed the sites. This is a must see and do. You will not be disappointed. More

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Sadsburyville,Pa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

The day we visited was clear so we had a terrific view of Camden and the harbor. You're able to climb a stone tower to further enhance the view. There are Large maps that tell you what you are looking at. we had visited the year before when it was rainy and foggy. We could only imagine what the view... More

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Athens, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

My wife has dreamed of visting lobster country, so we opted to stay in Camden and explore the area.We opted to drive up Mt. Battie and man! The view is amazing. The escartment or bluff the fortification is placed on gives you a perfect stage to take pictures with the panoramic view of the entire city of Camden and commanding... More

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Cape Elizabeth, Maine
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38 reviews 38 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Went to the top of Mount Battie over Labor Day weekend 2011. Excellent view. Great spot to picnic, take pictures, take a nap in the sun. Highly recommend. More

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Central MA
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

We went when it was raining, but even still the views are great. Can't wait to go back for some hiking! More

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Hope, ME
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

It's worth the fee to drive up to Mt. Battie. Bring a picnic and stay awhile. You can also hike up from several different trails and bypass the fee. More

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NJ
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Expensive @ $9 but gorgeous at the top - go up the Stone tower too! More

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Ottawa, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Spectacular view of the Village, Islands and Ocean More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

So there are multiple ways you can reach the summit of Mount Battie...including walking, hiking and by vehicle. We chose vehicle. On top there is a glorious view of Camden Harbor and a vast expanse of rock and field to explore. There is also a really cool rock tower that you can ascend and get an even better view of... More

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