Gulf Hagas, National Natural Landmark in Bowdoin College Grant East Township, Maine.
The Pleasant River flows through a three-mile slate gorge with 130-foot vertical walls and multiple waterfalls along the canyon rim.
During industrial times, loggers moved timber through the gorge to supply fuel for the Katahdin Iron Works and paper production facilities.
Archaeological excavations near Gulf Hagas uncovered Red Paint People burial sites containing red ochre, dating back 7,500 years.
The eight-mile Gulf Hagas Rim Trail requires fording the West Branch Pleasant River and takes approximately eight hours to complete.
The Hermitage section contains old growth forest with eastern white pine trees reaching heights of 150 feet alongside the gorge.
Location: Maine
GPS coordinates: 45.48410,-69.32300
Latest update: May 16, 2025 14:22
Maine features state parks, lighthouses and historic sites. The region includes waterfalls, lakes, islands and coastal areas. Visitors find old forts, hiking trails and nature preserves. The landscape ranges from mountain areas to sandy beaches. Parks like Baxter and Acadia allow exploration of wilderness.
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