We’re excited to share some big news: Maine Huts & Trails has been awarded $17,500 from Somerset County to help reopen our Grand Falls Hut! A Boost from Bingham Wind Somerset County’s Unorganized Territories Tax Increment Finance Fund is the source of the funding, which is administered by the Somerset County commissioners. Maine Huts & […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]