What does accessibility mean to you?
- To us, it means making backcountry experiences something for everyone to enjoy.
- Explore over 50 miles of free, year-round, multi-use trails in the Western Maine mountains.
- Lighten your load by staying at one of our off-grid eco lodges.
- Warm your body and lift your spirit with a hot meal shared with friends, family, and community.
Thanks to generous land owners and donors, Maine Huts & Trails is proud to support public access to remote and special places to all for generations to come.
Our Stratton Brook Hut is now open for summer self-service bookings. Spend a night or two with hiking and mountain bike trails right outside your door. Available May 29th to August 30th.
The Huts
Trails
Maintained by a dedicated crew, the trail system at Maine Huts & Trails is unforgettable. Featuring winding switchbacks, paths along mountain streams, natural bridges, and incredible views, the trails leading to the huts are some of the best in the world. When using the trail system, you’ll be following white and blue diamonds: white for the main trail, which is groomed in the winter, and blue for ungroomed side trails.
News
Flagstaff Lake Hut Volunteer Overnight
Our first volunteer overnight of the summer is officially in the books, and it was a great one! On the morning of June 7th, our crew gathered at the Flagstaff Lake Hut Trailhead and hit the ground running. Volunteers made their way along the Shore Trail, clearing brush and blowdowns as they went. Once the […]
Falmouth High School Volunteer Weekend at Flagstaff Lake Hut
Every spring, as the snow melts and the woods around Flagstaff Lake come back to life, we look forward to one of our favorite traditions: the return of Falmouth High School for their annual volunteer overnight. This year was no exception. We were absolutely thrilled to welcome these dedicated students back to Flagstaff Lake Hut, […]
Grand Falls Spring Visit
In late April, with the snow finally giving way, we made the season’s first trip to Grand Falls Hut. Grand Falls is our most remote and rugged destination, surrounded by dense forest, rushing streams, and the towering waterfall that gives the hut its name. The visit focus was evaluating the hut’s electrical system in partnership […]
Board Retreat and News
There’s something special about gathering at a hut — stepping away from the day-to-day, sharing meals, and making space for bigger conversations. At the end of March, the Board of Maine Huts & Trails came together for an overnight retreat at Flagstaff Lake Hut to do just that. Surrounded by the landscape that inspires our […]
March Elopement at Stratton Brook Hut
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that feels intimate, adventurous, and one-of-a-kind, an elopement at Maine Huts & Trails might be exactly what you’re looking for. Tucked away among serene backcountry trails and surrounded by natural beauty, this hidden gem offers a peaceful escape from the traditional wedding scene. This past March, Kate and Josh […]
Stay at Stratton Brook Hut This Summer
Big news for summer 2026! We are opening Stratton Brook Hut for weekend self service stays! Book a getaway with a private room, modern amenities, and use our kitchen to craft your meals among the mountains. Our hut is the perfect location for adventurous guests seeking a mountain biking or hiking adventure. With trails outside […]
Events
Forest & Forage 2026
Forest & Forage returns for its fourth year at Maine Huts & Trails with a fresh focus on plant identification and understanding the natural world. Held at Flagstaff Lake Hut, this immersive experience lets participants explore Maine’s ecosystem, learn native flora and fungi, and enjoy a cozy lodge stay with a multi-course dinner. Join us […]
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Harvest at the Huts 2026
Live music and great food are back at Stratton Brook Hut! Join us September 26–27 for a fall overnight in the Maine backcountry, featuring a live performance by acclaimed Maine musician Pete Kilpatrick and a multi-course dinner by local Chef Spencer Lee. Hike or mountain bike your way up through stunning fall foliage, then settle […]
View Event Harvest at the Huts 2026Testimonials
Falmouth High School
“We visited Flagstaff Lake Hut on high school service trip in November and had a great experience. The staff at Maine Huts always makes the students feel welcome and checks on us during our stay. Our group of 15 students stacked about 7 cords of wood and made dinner together in the great room. Thank […]
The “huts” are beautiful!
“My sister and I enjoyed our stay. The “huts” are beautiful. The energy tour was informative. We love what you are doing with heat, composting, etc. The women on staff are delightful: welcoming, informative and good cooks. FYI: The back exit door from the bathroom area of the main lodge needs a new closure device […]
Fun at Flagstaff
Snowshoed to Flagstaff Hut with two young children and had a fabulous time. The kids loved it, the staff and food was incredible and great social time with the other folks staying at the hut. Thank you for a great time, will be back and planning on summer group trips already!
Excursion to Grand Falls Hut
Confidence building trip…We learned a lot about how much we can handle when confronted with less than perfect weather. We faced some unexpected, whitecaps, headwinds and rain. This simply made arriving at the magnificent Grand Falls Hut all the more special. Staff at the hut went above expectations to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. […]