Ok... Depending on what you are looking for -
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Classic Hikes - Convenient to Blackwoods
Cadillac Mountain via South Ridge Trail - can walk from Blackwoods campground. Some elevation gain, but if you're aiming at Baxter, it should be a breeze. A lot of time above treeline, and gorgeous scenery on a clear day. Did my first "trail run" heading down - breeze in my face, hills and ocean, and a gentle downhill - a bit 'rooty' at the lower elevation by the campground.
If crowds are a bother, nearby Dorr Mtn up the Ladder Trail and loop back around any of the ridge trails for a pleasant hike. You'll notice some perspective issues. The mountains here are relatively short but seem larger. For perspective, you (or at least loudmouth me) can yell from the summit of Dorr to the people on Cadillac.
Short and Steep - The Beehive. Lotsa fun if you like steel rungs in your climb. If you need more, the Precipice Trail (when not closed for Falcon nesting) is wild as well. If you or any member of your group have a fear of heights - these trails are not recommended.
'The Bubbles' are a short fun hike as well. Easy to throw in when driving the auto road or stopping by Jordan Pond for the traditional popover. (Edit - When hiking the bubbles, be sure to get the classic forced-perspective pictures at bubble rock (an oddly balanced large glacial erratic near the summit) to delight and amaze your facebook friends stuck in cubicles.)
For flatter, relaxed hiking - Ocean Path to Otter Rocks, can walk across Sand Beach (which is not sand) and add the Great Head trail. Both of these trails are pleasant enough in fog, though visibility improves things.
In town, a couple of good ice cream shops, Bill & Bobs is my favorite. Where else can you sample Lobster Ice Cream? The walk to Bar Island over the tidal path is a neat way to get away from in-town crowds, but watch the time and tide charts or you may wind up out there longer than planned. Don't ask me how I know...
Hard to go wrong. A beautiful area, and the Ranger Programs were surprisingly decent. Hope you have a great trip.
Outside town, I found the oceanarium quite charming... talk to mainers about lobsters and lobsterin'. Then go eat 'em at the nearby pound.
As a good practice for Baxter, bring everything you can with you. Expenses can rack up quicker than expected, as it's a long drive for cheaper priced supplies. The Otter Creek store is a convenient source of ice and local microbrews
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