Posted on December 23, 2019 and last updated on May 30, 2026

Cosima’s Preserve

Bristol, Lincoln County

QUICK TRAIL FACTS

  • Preserve Size: 44.5 acres
  • Trail Mileage: 1-mile loop
  • Pets: yes
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Sights: Pemaquid River, Campbell’s Swamp Brook

The trail map to this 44.5-acre Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust preserve includes a wonderful riverside ledge. It is flat, relatively big, and looks out over a peaceful spot on the Pemaquid River. The land trust recommends bringing a picnic.

The loop trail is mostly easy, but you do walk down a long, gradual hill from the trailhead to the rock.

Directions: Cosima’s Preserve is located at 460 Benner Road in Bristol. From Damariscotta, travel 2.7 miles east on Biscay Road. Take a right onto Lessner Road. After 2.1 miles, look for a small wooded parking area on the right. There’s room for about four cars.

Let me know if you have any trail updates or corrections!

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