QUICK TRAIL FACTS
- Preserve Size: 258 acres
- Trail Mileage: ~2.7 miles in network
- Pets: yes
- Difficulty: easy
- Sights: fields, woods, Presumpscot River
The crowds were out on a relatively warmish Saturday on these wide, smooth paths. Some with puppies! The popularity of this wonderful trail system — which edges a sweep of fields before making a couple of loops in an older forest — seems to indicate a big need for more universally accessible trails in beautiful areas.
The Shaw Brothers Family Foundation finished the trails in 2019. The 2.7 miles or so in the network, which are maintained by the town, are mostly flat and well marked with signs. Someone with a knack for chainsaw art has created a family of bears and other animals that pop up (and take naps) along the trail system. You can also rest on rough but comfortable benches made of felled trees. The trailhead kiosk has a map with trail lengths.
On a Saturday afternoon in spring, the large parking area (big enough for maybe 40 cars or so) was nearly filled. Older people, younger people, kids on bikes, people with strollers, and dog walkers were all out. But it didn’t feel that crowded, since the trail system is stretched out over 258 or so acres.
Directions: The parking lot is located on Main Street in Gorham, Maine, next to Sebago Brewing Company. Good for a refresher after your walk!
