giant's stairs trail

546lisas

My husband and I love the Maine coast for it's rugged rocky composition and this path leads you right along the crashing surf!! Very relaxing and great for pictures!!

Ontheroadsince64

Nice easy trail with a great view of the ocean, and the back (front?) sides of nearby homes. Don't get too excited about the Giant's Stairs, just a sloping pile of big rocks -- interesting but not over the top.

29SusanF

Was a nice place to visit. Didn't quite get the "Giant's Stairs" part of it. Maybe I just missed it. But any walk where I am near the ocean and flora and fauna is a great thing. Very close to where we stayed in Harpswell. Would visit here again.

annem68

Spectacular waves crashing on the rocks. Great opportunity to take pictures. Not a spot for scrambling little ones, elderly or those prone to poison ivy.

16wendyr

Short walk with incredible views. No crowds so you have the place to yourself. Nice surprise! September is the best time to go!

mrsagf

A short (quarter-mile?), flat and well maintained public trail on the cliffs above Giant's Stairs, a sight that will remind you of paintings of Maine. Even people who do not like to walk, much less hike, will find this rather minimal effort disproportionately rewarding. Park at the little church, except during services.

dglong0608

This is a pretty short walk, but is very scenic. Many places to leave the path to go onto the rock for closer look, but be very careful because of the poison ivy ,which is every where. Lots of beach roses to add to the scenery. Bring your camera!

740ap

A short little walk along some rocks on the edge of the island with really spectacular views of the water and rocks below - bring a sunhat and your camera! You can climb down near the water and poke around in the seaweed. Blueberry and raspberry bushes line the trail and it's very tidy and well maintained. Park on Washington St opposite the little Episcopal church. There are also bike racks just a little ways onto the trail. An hour is more than sufficient to do the walk and take in the views.

Babs36

An easy walk along the coast with incredible views of the rocky coastline of mid-coast Maine. The waves crashing up against the rocks on one side and the wild roses on the other side of the trail can't be beat! Everywhere you look is gorgeous!

R5704JIpeterc

This is a short nature walk to a beautiful overlook of the ocean. Have been coming here for years and it's different every time. Depending on tides, it can be peaceful, or very dramatic. A must see if visiting the Island. Parking available at the little church except on Sundays during the summer. Love it!

BrieV

This walk is beautiful along the coast of the island. Many areas for breathtaking pictures and friendly people. the rocks are slippery in some areas so wear sneakers. The tide was up too high to see all the stairs when I went with my parents. Overall I would return.

gsg1557

A little hard to find the first time and then you need to find a place to park! I've never had a problem parking in front of the Episcopal Chapel. A short walk towards the ocean and there is the trail on the right. Well maintained and travelled, lots of friendly folks enjoying the beautiful oceanside trail. Great photo opps and make sure you wear athletic shoes as the Giant's Stairs are usually wet an slippery. Great for all ages!

Antinoocruz

bem ao final da ilha de bailey, esta paisagem feita pela natureza é incrível de bela. a terra e o mar juntam-se numa harmonia plena deixando-nos uma beleza impressionante...