Jewell Falls at Fore River Sanctuary in Portland, Maine is an easy 0.4-mile out-and-back hike that leads to the 30-foot tall multi-tiered waterfall known as Jewell Falls.
Hike Description
This short hike begins at the parking lot for Fore River Sanctuary, located at the end of Hill Crest Ave in Portland. Hikers will find the trailhead located on the western side of the road. The trail follows a dirt path that leads into the Fore River Sanctuary as it passes neighboring private properties, so please be respectful of the private land owners and stay on-trail at all times.
The trail follows white blazes that lead out to a wooden footbridge that crosses the top of Jewell Falls. Hikers will follow the stone staircase down the hill to reach the base of the waterfall. From the bottom, hikers can enjoy Jewell Falls as it cascades down a series of bedrock slopes forming the scenic waterfall.
After enjoying Jewell Falls, hikers can choose to explore more of the Fore River Sanctuary on foot or head out along this out-and-back path.
Parking
Hikers will find parking at the coordinates provided - at the end of Hill Crest Ave in Portland. Be mindful of the private land owners - be quiet, don't stick around for long, and stay on-trail at all times near the trailhead.
Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
Hike Description
This short hike begins at the parking lot for Fore River Sanctuary, located at the end of Hill Crest Ave in Portland. Hikers will find the trailhead located on the western side of the road. The trail follows a dirt path that leads into the Fore River Sanctuary as it passes neighboring private properties, so please be respectful of the private land owners and stay on-trail at all times.
The trail follows white blazes that lead out to a wooden footbridge that crosses the top of Jewell Falls. Hikers will follow the stone staircase down the hill to reach the base of the waterfall. From the bottom, hikers can enjoy Jewell Falls as it cascades down a series of bedrock slopes forming the scenic waterfall.
After enjoying Jewell Falls, hikers can choose to explore more of the Fore River Sanctuary on foot or head out along this out-and-back path.
Parking
Hikers will find parking at the coordinates provided - at the end of Hill Crest Ave in Portland. Be mindful of the private land owners - be quiet, don't stick around for long, and stay on-trail at all times near the trailhead.
Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
