Posted on May 15, 2018 and last updated on May 30, 2023

Haystack Mountain, Liberty

QUICK TRAIL FACTS

  • Preserve Size: 57 acres
  • Trail Mileage: 1.4 mile loop
  • Pets: yes
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Sights: blueberry barrens, views

A short loop trail (approximately 1.4 miles) through woods takes you to an outlook at the edge of blueberry fields, where a 0.1-mile spur brings you to a beautiful view from craggy bedrock in the middle of the barrens.

It’s roughly 0.7 miles to the summit in either direction, but a bit steeper if you take a right at the loop intersection and go in a counter-clockwise direction. The total elevation gained in this hike is approximately 250 feet. The path is well marked.

Directions: From Rte 3 between South China and Belfast, take Rt. 220 south for 0.8 miles. Turn left at the sign for the Vena M. Roberts Memorial Ball Field. Park in the lot behind Walker Health Center. The trailhead is at the far corner, past the ball field.

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