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Trails: Winter access

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In wintertime, the parking lots at these preserves are kept plowed. Plowing is done weekdays, Monday through Thursday. Please note, our trails are not groomed or otherwise treated in any way, and surfaces may be icy underfoot. We recommend using ice cleats or microspikes in winter conditions.

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woods trail at Baker Forest

Newcastle

Baker Forest

This mature forest begins on the River Road and extends westward nearly as far as Route One, crossing rocky ridges, flat areas that at one time were cleared for grazing,...
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trail at Bearce Allen Preserve

Bristol

Bearce Allen and NORGAL Preserves

A beautiful woodland trail with interpretive signage about tree ID and sustainable forestry practices. Visit in spring to see dozens of lady slipper orchids along the trail, along with other...
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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...
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river view at Crooked Farm Preserve

Bristol

Crooked Farm

Nearly 140 acres of forest, wetlands, and open fields are ideal for walking, hunting, and fishing. The trail includes picturesque stretches along the Pemaquid River. Take note, this preserve tends...
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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...
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Doyle Preserve Hero

Damariscotta

Doyle Preserve

Off the beaten track, Doyle Preserve offers a moderate walk through the woods, 1,200 ft of shoreline on Pemaquid Pond, and just over a mile of trails....
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Bremen

Hilton O’Connor Trail

A moderate hike, with an interesting variety of habitats including a winding salt marsh, mature stands of white ash and red oak, verdant fern alleys, and a hay meadow. There's...
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Huston Landing Hero

Damariscotta

Huston Landing

A short, gentle hike not far from downtown Damariscotta, Huston Landing offers westerly views over the river – a great spot to watch the sun set or look for waterfowl....
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view of the Pemaquid river at Keyes Woods Preserve

Bristol

Keyes Woods Preserve

Historic rock walls and foundations, abundant signs of wildlife, a hemlock-shaded stream, and extensive frontage along the Pemaquid River are among the highlights of this quiet preserve.

Please note:...
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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...
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Library Park view

South Bristol

Library Park

Short and sweet, and quite steep in spots. This gem of a preserve, tucked behind Rutherford Library, offers views of Johns Bay and Witch Island....
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Mills Overlook Preserve Hero

Newcastle

Mills Overlook Preserve

A short and hilly wooded loop trail with fern-draped outcrops and scenic views of Damariscotta Mills and Great Salt Bay....
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Pemaquid Pond shoreline

Bremen

Pemaquid Pond Preserve

A gentle forested walk brings you to the shore of Pemaquid Pond, with lovely lake views and flat rocks for picnicking....
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Plummer Point Preserve Hero

South Bristol

Plummer Point Preserve

Plummer Point is a local favorite, with its lovely coastal spruce forest and stunning views of the Damariscotta River, Seal Cove, and nearby islands....
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Edgecomb

River~Link Trail

The collaboration of many partners has made it possible to travel through miles of stream valleys and wooded uplands, rich with wildlife and traces of human history, without crossing a...
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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...
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Rutherford Island Preserve Hero

South Bristol

Rutherford Island Preserve

A fairy-land trail winds among stone walls and coastal spruce. The out-and-back route leads to a rocky outcrop with a bench overlooking the lower Damariscotta River....
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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...
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Seal Cove Shore Preserve Hero

South Bristol

Seal Cove Shore Preserve

This magical trail follows a ridge before dropping down to cross primeval wetland to the start of a one-mile loop skirting the west side of Seal Cove....
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South Bristol

Tracy Shore

Trails wind past vernal pools, cascading streams, and cliffs draped in moss and ferns to arrive at an overlook with sweeping views of Jones Cove and the Damariscotta River.

Owned...
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Trail through pines at Walpole Woods

South Bristol

Walpole Woods

Two trails intersect with woodland roads, creating a loop. Man-made Birkett Pond is a sweet out-of-the-way spot, and springs, stone walls, and gravel pits on the property attest to layers...
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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...
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