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Trails: Birding spots

Description

These Coastal Rivers preserves appear in the top 100 “species leaders list” for Lincoln County, Maine on eBird. Salt Bay Farm is ranked at #2 for number of species observed over time!

Bristol Recreational Trail Hero

Bristol

Bristol Recreational Trail

An easy-to-moderate trail looping along the tidal Pemaquid River behind Bristol Consolidated School. Highlights include beautiful views with well-placed benches, some fine old red oaks, and bridges over a winding...
Dodge Point woods trail

Newcastle

Dodge Point

A local favorite, with broad vistas of the Damariscotta River and gravelly beaches. Trails include a mix of old farm roads and wooded paths. Coastal Rivers maintains a deep water...
view from Hatchtown Preserve trail

Bristol

Hatchtown Preserve

A short and gentle hike along a quiet section of the Pemaquid River, with a small pull-out making it accessible by canoe or kayak....
rocky shoreline at La Verna Preserve

Bristol

La Verna Preserve

Pass through mature forest, over Meadow Brook, and along historic stone walls, to almost a mile of breathtaking rocky coastline. This popular preserve offers panoramic views of outer Muscongus Bay...
view at marsh river bog

Newcastle

Marsh River Bog

A gentle, forested loop trail with views of a beautiful dwarf spruce bog, located just off of Route 1....

Damariscotta

Round Top Farm

Gently mown trails wind through the rolling hayfields of a former dairy farm, with views of the upper Damariscotta River and lovely sunsets. An accessible trail connects to a neighboring...
trail at Salt Bay Farm

Damariscotta

Salt Bay Farm

A network of gentle trails through rolling hayfields alongside Great Salt Bay make this a beautiful, accessible, and popular destination for walkers, runners, and birders. Please note, dogs must be...
accessible trail at Whaleback Shell Midden

Damariscotta

Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site

Wander down to the shore through a historic apple orchard and learn the story of the huge ancient shell heap that once lined the shore. A great spot for a...