Blueberry Mountain Bible Camp became a branch of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Maine, Inc. 1960 The 300 acres where the camp stands today was donated to the Bible Club Movement (BCM) by a Christian couple, Qureken and Jo Diradourian, to be used for learning about God through His creation. [2] Named because of the abundant blueberries on its summit and upper slopes, it is a popular day hike. The summit area is partially open and has good views over Evans Notch and toward North and South Baldface in New Hampshire. "My friend Nora and I took Kali and Brooklyn up the Blueberry Mountain loop in Maine to the ledges, summit and then down to Rattlesnake Pool today. Great look out spots as you reach the summit. You’ll see a … From Fryeburg, Maine, take Route 113 North for 19.4 miles to Stone House Rd. We took the white cairn blueberry ridge trail. 8.1 mile hike 6 Kids 2 dogs and 1,591ft to the top! We made it to a few view points, and didn’t trust the trail to keep going considering we didn’t see a yellow marker for about half mile. ABOUT BLUEBERRY MOUNTAIN BIBLE CAMP AND RETREAT CENTER Welcome to the Mountain! Blueberry Mountain is a mountain located in western Maine. Named because of the abundant blueberries on its summit and upper slopes, it is a popular day hike. Pretty muddy and slippery in places because of the prior night’s rains. The focus of our camp programs, is to explore God’s creation on top of the mountain! It can be hiked by itself – via either the Blueberry Ridge Trail (from Brickett … The Blueberry Mountain--Rattlesnake Pool Loop is perhaps the most idyllic short day hike in the area, and ranks as one of our favorite day trips in all of New England. Blueberry Mountain Blueberry Mountain is a mountain located in western Maine.Named because of the abundant blueberries on its summit and upper slopes, it is a popular day hike. We enjoyed the hike, steep rock ledges and steps going up but the view is incredible! Directions To Blueberry Mountain: For driving directions to trailheads near Blueberry Mountain click a parking area on the map above, and choose Google Driving Directions. The Rattlesnake pool was “gorge”ous. **** (There is no view at the official “summit.”) This was about the 4-4.5-mile mark. Ft. single family home built in 2006. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October. The summit of Blueberry Mountain is in the Caribou-Speckled Mountain Wilderness area north of Fryeburg. The Blueberry Mountain and Rattlesnake Pool Loop is perhaps the most idyllic short day hike in the area, and ranks as one of our favorite family trips in all of New England. While not the biggest mountain in the area, Blueberry Mountain has an excellent lookout point to see some of the more impressive mountains of New England. Blueberry Mountain is a small mountain in Evans Notch that has an easily accessible alpine zone and great views without a lot of climbing. Blueberry Mountain is a mountain located in western Maine. Overall, this was a great and challenging hike that gets your heart rate up and makes your hamstrings feel the burn! Leaving the summit, we retraced our steps on the spur path, then turned right when reaching the main … :) Just a little uphill challenge to the peak. — Hufflepuff • Aug 20, 2020 The descent (if you took the clockwise loop route) was generally pretty easy and far less steep than the ascent. Bugs at the beginning / end and around pond. Originally thought we where doing a 1.4 mile hike from what the sign stated however as we where passing folks it was a bit more then that signs where tricky after getting off the trail, however we managed to figure it out thank goodness! From Blueberry Mountain, you can head down the Bickford Brook Trail (it’s short and steep) and check out the Bickford Slides, a series of pools and slides and smooth rocks. You lose service before you get there. It’s located near Brickett Place off Rt 113 and overlooks a private estate, pond, and well-maintained trail system that the owners have made accessible to hikers. The trail at times leads you along a steep embankment above the brook (it’s not too high, though), so take care. Absolutely download the map. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Blueberry_Mountain_(Oxford_County,_Maine)&oldid=791988648, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 23 July 2017, at 19:03. With an altitude of 1,750 feet it's definitely a hearty hike. East and West Royce Mountain via Royce Trail, Bickford Brook Trail to Speckled Mountain, Shell Pond Loop from Evergreen Valley Road [PRIVATE PROPERTY], Evans Notch - Blueberry Mountain Loop Trail. Reaching the summit of Blueberry Mountain is best for experienced hikers. We did that in 5/6 hours wouldn’t suggest with infants. At the first T on the trail after parking, we went left (clockwise), which ultimately becomes the steeper, rockier, and more difficult uphill path—definitely go LEFT if you want to get a really good workout (including some scrambles) and spare your knees on the way down. The pool is crystal clear and surrounded by lush green vegetation. With a 1,100-foot elevation gain, this adventure can be challenging for people who don’t generally hike but doable for those with an average fitness level. We did it! The best way to enjoy it is by taking a hike to the summit of Blueberry Mountain before ending with a refreshing, celebratory dip in the emerald green waters. Maybe it’s past their season now; last year in early August, the darn things were on every trail I went on. The trail was poorly marked, and the view was not as nice as I had expected it to be, I really wish I downloaded the maps on Alltrails beforehand. I was also expecting those pesky biting deer flies, especially near the water, but there were none! Took us a little under 4:30 including stops / lunch. It is ascended by the White Cairn, Stone House, and Blueberry Ridge trails. 70 Blueberry Mountain Rd was last sold on Nov 27, 2018 for $149,000. As the name implies, there … Hiking info, trail maps, and 2 trip reports from Blueberry Mountain (2,890 ft) in Maine The best views (which are really lovely) are along this part of the climb, so be sure to pause and take them in/get your photos snapped, maybe eat some lunch. It was also pretty muddy so proper shoes are a must. A stretch of the last 1.5-2 miles runs through an expansive grassy field, which also serves as an air strip (weird), and past a few private homes. These hardy little berries are generally smaller than their high-bush cousins and, say their advocates, are juicier and more flavorful as well. The summit area is partially open and has good views over Evans Notch and toward North and South Baldface in New Hampshire. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. This is a dirt road. The most annoying part was that, for the first mile or so rounding the pond, there were scores of enormous spider webs (yes, with live spiders on them) spanning the width of the trail, meaning they were effectively blocking the trail. The current Trulia Estimate for 70 Blueberry Mountain … Black flies were out of control. Surprisingly, there were only a few mosquitoes in certain places along the 8.1-mile trail, but heavy duty bug spray was definitely helpful. Hike with my dog and must say there were a few interesting spots for him. The wild blueberry, sometimes called the low-bush blueberry, is native to Maine and thrives in its glacier-churned soil and challenging seasons. Not too hard but long mile wise. The bugs were insane so bring bug spray. 1 Blueberry Mountain & Muffins The harvest of wild blueberries is a favorite pastime for kids of all ages in Maine. A four+ hour hike for us. I would go back just to swim there again, but wouldn't go back for the hike. We turned around and went all the way back down and just hiked the short way to the rattlesnake pool. Blueberry Mountain, Maine, near the New Hampshire border, with a Model T in the foreground. Blueberry Mountain (Evans Notch) – Western Maine Views Blueberry Mountain (Evans Notch) Blueberry Mountain in the Evans Notch area is a moderate hike that features fine views to the South. The ascent after the pond gradually steepens until you get to the most challenging part of all: the boulder “staircase” followed by a series of granite rock scrambles. Blueberry Mountain (Oxford County, Maine) Weather (Days 0-3): The weather forecast for Blueberry Mountain (Oxford County, Maine) is: Some drizzle, heaviest during Mon afternoonWarm (max 20°C on Mon afternoon, min 11°C on Sat night)Winds increasing … Whether you’re planning a teen retreat, a woman’s getaway or a business conference, we’re the place for you because the coffee’s on and the fire’s warm at Blueberry Mountain! This lot could be further subdivided using the existing gravel for necessary roads and ground work. We got so many comments shocked we did this. This hike has everything yes even blueberries. This is a truly beautiful hike my crew was lucky to do as fall is at its peak. Really enjoyed the climb and did the loop clockwise which I think is the best way to do it. If you’re going down that direction, make a sharp left through the field on the trail past the house at the end of the airstrip. The gradient is steep and it certainly gives an excellent cardio workout! Description. You’ll want to start your journey in the town of Gilead. The route here is very well marked with strategically placed mounds of stones that guide the way. The emerald pool was amazing and refreshing. Grass not mowed. Blueberry Mountain is a mountain located in western Maine. Beautiful views at top of yellow marker trail. The hike itself I would probably give a 3, but our swim after at the Rattlesnake pool makes me give it a 4. While not terribly difficult, there are some areas that will require scrambling over rocks. While enjoying the views one can pick Maine Blueberries growing on about 2 acres of the lot. Named because of the abundant blueberries on its summit and upper slopes, it is a popular day hike. Upon reaching the top of the ledges, we turned right on a spur path to reach the summit. We were warned, a bear cub and Large mom bear were in trail but cub had scurried up a tree and mom was below, about 10 yards off trail. Little confused by the signs. Hiking in Maine A blog about exploring the Pine Tree State and beyond ... Blueberry Mountain Royce-Speckled Mountain Loop (WMNF and Caribou-Speckled Mountain Wilderness) December 17, 2017 May 24, 2020 Undercover Hiker 1 Comment. Evans Notch - Blueberry Mountain Loop Trail is a 8.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Fryeburg, Maine that features a lake and is rated as moderate. View 26 photos for 70 Blueberry Mountain Rd, Machias, ME 04654 a 2 bed, 2 bath, 1,700 Sq. [2] Named because of the abundant blueberries on its summit and upper slopes, it is a popular day hike. Past the pond, the spider webs weren’t much of an issue, thankfully. Sitting on the edge of the White Mountain Wilderness in Maine, Blueberry Mountain (1,781’) is a wonderful destination for a day trip from the Portland region. Located at Blueberry Mountain in Evans Notch, Rattlesnake Pool is a scenic swimming hole that can be reached by a short, enjoyable hike. It was a beautiful trail but there was more bouldering than I was prepared for. More Evans Notch - Blueberry Mountain Loop Trail is a 8.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Fryeburg, Maine that features a lake and is rated as moderate. Our rustic lodge, nestled in the beautiful mountains of Western Maine provides housing for 50-55 retreaters. It was very odd; I’ve never seen so many like that, one right after the other. The summit area is partially open and has good views over Evans Notch and toward North and South Baldface in New Hampshire.It is ascended by the White Cairn, Stone House, and Blueberry Ridge trails. Trail marked poorly. We went on Thursday, 9/3, arriving at 9am after a full day of rain the day before. 8/30/2020: Nice hike. A great halfway point! Weather for Blueberry Mountain Oxford County Maine at Mountain-Forecast.com Weather and Snow National Weather Service Forecast NOAA Snow Depth Map Ascent Info Total successful ascents logged by registered Peakbagger.com users: 71 Show all viewable ascents/attempts (Total: 57) Selected Trip Reports from this site: The water was lovely and it was unlike any water source I had seen before. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October. At 2890 feet in elevation, Blueberry Mountain is one of the lesser known and hiked trails in the Weld region. That was a total buzzkill; at one point we almost turned around. There is a little loop you can do around Bickford Slides. 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