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Notable viewpoint · Waldo, Maine

Downs Hill

Downs Hill is a viewpoint in Waldo, Maine.

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Downs Hill: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Downs Hill

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Downs Hill — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 44.61591, -68.89309. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Downs Hill yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Downs Hill?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Downs Hill?

    Nearby: Marsh River Dam (lake, 2 km), Mount Waldo (viewpoint, 5 km), Swan Lake State Park (lake, 11 km), Fort Knox (fort, 11 km), Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory (attraction, 12 km), Swan Lake (lake, 13 km).

    Is Downs Hill worth visiting?

    Downs Hill is listed as a notable viewpoint in Maine on Spotwander.