Are dogs allowed on Jewell Island?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Jewell Island but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Jewell Island?

No, Jewell Island does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Jewell Island?

Jewell Island is rated easy. It is 0.9 miles long with 85 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Jewell Island suitable for kids?

Yes, Jewell Island is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

Maine

Jewell Island

Peaks Island, Maine

0.9 mi

Distance

85 ft

Elev. Gain

20m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Jewell Island is a small island in Casco Bay, Maine, United States. Approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) long from southwest to northeast, it is located off the coast of Cliff Island, approximately eight miles from downtown Portland. It is a state-owned island with a small but protected harbor as well as camping and walking paths. Jewell Island was part of the Harbor Defenses of Portland fort network. The island is part of the city of Portland. Jewell Island can be reached by private or charter boats. There is no ferry service to the island.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:17 ft

Max:32 ft

26 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.