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April
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Where to See Spring Blooms: Augusta's Parks and Gardens
Our real estate agents can think of no better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than by heading outside and enjoying the warming weather and blossoming landscape.
This is the season of budding trees and blooming spring wildflowers, and we're happy to share some of our favorite places to go see them. Check out these splendid parks and gardens near Augusta while spring is in the air!
- Viles Arboretum - 153 Hospital St, Augusta, ME 04330
One of the largest botanical gardens in Maine, the Viles Arboretum encompasses a vast 224 acres. It's just a few miles from the heart of downtown Augusta and includes many miles of trails, along with a rotating slate of nature education programs and events. Open to the public year-round at no charge, Viles Arboretum includes 20 unique botanical collections, with plaques labeling various tree species from around the world. Color-coded trails explore various themed areas, and the arboretum's Visitor Center also offers fascinating nature exhibits. - Capitol Park - 33 Union St, Augusta, ME 04330
Nestled between the Maine State House and the banks of the Kennebec River, Capitol Park is a must-see green space within walking distance of downtown Augusta. Spring is a great time to see its towering historic elm trees beginning to sprout leaves above the park's green lawns and gravel paths. Capitol Park includes a native plant garden within its 20 sprawling acres, and it will soon be in full bloom. This park is also the oldest designated public landscape in Maine, first established in 1827. - Vaughan Woods - 2 Litchfield Rd, Hallowell, ME 04347
Located just south of Augusta in the community of Hallowell, Vaughan Woods is a historic homestead in the midst of a 127-acre woodland area. Open to the public for hiking and nature viewing, Vaughan Woods is known for its picturesque 3-mile trail system that includes several historic stone footbridges. The trails are open daily from dawn until dusk. Guided tours can also be organized in the house and gardens, which were originally built in 1794 and have been changed very little in the centuries since their creation. - Bicentennial Nature Park - Nature Park Rd, Augusta, ME 04330
There are many reasons to visit Augusta's Bicentennial Nature Park in springtime. This is a great time of year to see blooming spring wildflowers along its wooded trails, and the fishing for perch, pickerel, and bass is just starting to heat up on the recently-thawed Three Cornered Pond. Bicentennial Park spans 27 acres on the shore of this beautiful 180-acre pond, which is also excellent for canoeing and kayaking. The park includes large picnic areas and is open exclusively to Augusta residents and their guests. - Augusta Nature Education Center - Pierce Dr, Augusta, ME 04330
With public trailhead access just across from Cony High School, the Augusta Nature Education Center is a perfect place to go for a nature hike, no matter the season. Spring finds the nature center waking from a long winter slumber, with its dense woods, lush wetlands, and ponds springing to life. The Augusta Nature Education Center has an extensive trail system with access for hiking and mountain biking as well as cross-country skiing when conditions allow. All 175 acres of the nature center are open to the general public free of charge.
Contact us today to learn more about life in Augusta and the surrounding areas. Our Maine real estate agents can't wait to help find your dream home in the Kennebec Valley.