Prouts Neck Cliff Walk (Saco, Old Orchard Beach: to buy, restaurant, eat)

[la_cavalière]

I'd like to hike the Prouts Neck Cliff Walk next week with a friend. A few months ago we drove around Prouts Neck a bit, but couldn't figure out how to access the trail. How do you get to it? Do you have to access it from the Black Point Inn?

[elston]

I will be watching for the answer.....sounds like a nice fall hike. Does anyone have more info?

[lrfox]

It's actually quite simple it's just not well marked. You can park at the Black Point Inn's parking lot and access the trail right across the street (there's a small sign marking the entrance). The Inn has no problem with people doing that. In fact, if you go inside to the front desk, they'll give you a map of the trail. My girlfriend worked at the BPI for a few years before her move, we did it from time to time. It is pretty. Go at sunset on a clear day and you can even see Mt. Washington, NH in the distance. It's amazing how close it looks.

[elston]

I guess I can mapquest BlackPoint Inn

Thanks I think this will be on the schedule this fall.

[la_cavalière]

Thank you! Maybe we'll do lunch afterwards at the Inn.

[elston]

Originally Posted by la_cavalière

Thank you! Maybe we'll do lunch afterwards at the Inn.

Wouldnt that be a surprise.....; enjoy your hike.

[lawmom]

Well, another thing added to my "to do" list.

[la_cavalière]

We hiked the Prouts Neck Cliff trail today. It's a great little walk, about a mile and half, with fabulous views of Saco Bay and chiseled granite cliffs and outcroppings.

You now need to buy a $10 parking pass at the Black Point Inn to park in the lot. The $10 will be returned to you if you eat or have a drink in the restaurant, which I highly recommend. We had a delicious lunch on the deck with views of Old Orchard Beach.