BANGOR DAILY NEWS • March 6, 2023
Pleasant Mountain is one of the most popular mountain hikes in Maine. The 2,006-foot peak is the tallest mountain in southern Maine and certainly one of the busiest in the area. A network of trails offers several hiking alternatives, most include exceptional views of surrounding lakes and distant mountains. Consisting of a 10-mile trail system managed by Loon Echo Land Trust, four trailheads ultimately lead to the highest summit, where there is a closed fire tower and truly phenomenal views from cliffs facing west toward the White Mountains in New Hampshire.