Orono Bog Boardwalk — Attraction in Orono

I’ve lived in Maine for most of my life and never had a clue such a beautiful place was here! You too can yell, ‘IS THAT A PITCHER PLANT?!’ When you first see one, only to discover thousands more reaching as far as the eye can see. The same for the exciting, yet tiny Sundew plant eating away at bugs. The peat moss is a beautiful red once you reach the more open areas, and there are so many birds out there that you have to wonder if bugs live very long in a bog. (The mosquitoes seem to do just fine.) It’s honestly one of the most magical places in Maine, and I’m so glad it’s been carefully taken care of.

For the boardwalk, itself, please be careful on wet days as the plastic can get a bit slick. (I did just fine with some basic sneakers.) There are also a plethora of slugs enjoying a stroll on the boardwalk with you that you need to watch out for. If you need a break, there are benches and places to pull to the side and read about the wildlife there. It’s a very well thought out way to let people enjoy nature without trampling it as some do.

The only downside is there were a few cigarette butts, chewed gum, bottle caps, and other trash items obviously dropped/thrown into the bog just off the walk as well as people with dogs (that aren’t allowed there.) Not a downside to the place, itself, but to the unfortunate guests these...

Excellent easy well maintained and well loved - heavily trafficked (today) boardwalk through a forest leading to a large natural raised peatland. Drastic change in biodiversity and habitat occurs when entering the bog. Over 14 species of Sphagnum moss create the acidic, low nutrient water saturated bog stunting the growth of plants and trees. Pitcher plants thrive here. Informative signs tell the biology of the formation and plants found in this 11,000 year old peatland. Sunscreen a must on a sunny day. Plan on about 1 hour if 1st time to stop at the signs, take pics and enjoy. Small seated areas along the way. Very Stinky outhouse available nearby and parkingfor about 30 cars. Volunteer manned information booth at the entrance selling t shirts and hats. Other groomed walking trails nearby in the woodlands to add to your walk. Check maps for details. We chose an unimproved 1 -2 foot wide natural path called the deer trail (unmarked) nearby past the out house taking us thru natural forest along tree roots, downed trees and lots of...

The Bog walk is one of the most beautiful walks I have been on, gorgeous scenery and easy enough that everyone can enjoy it. I went several times last year and was looking forward to going again today, opening day for the walk this year (sadly it is pouring buckets). The walk is made partly of beautiful composite sections, and partly of older wooden ones which are being replaced with composite when they can be. The walk has, in my opinion, two different parts. The first section is still somewhat inside the forest, and you can see beautiful undergrowth among the trees, as well as frogs, squirrels and birds. The majority of the walk is out over the open Bog, and you can see for miles in some spots. The scenery is unique to any other experience I have had, and can be very refreshing. Along the walk are several spots where there are informational boards, as well as benches periodically throughout to rest at. The Bog walk is an experience I recommend to everyone and anyone who is in Bangor, you don't...