The Kennebec Explorer 2014 Visitor's Guide to Maine's Kennebec Valley | Page 21

Three great rides in the Kennebec Valley Region: The best part about touring on an ATV is that the farther you get from civilization, the better things get. So go on, head north and dig deeper into the seemingly unexplored forests of our region; our vast network of accessible trails will take you beyond the boundaries of your imagination. A piece of advice: If you decide to spend some time traversing the Maine woods, we encourage you to remember that much of the land you are traveling on is not owned by the state, but by private landowners who have agreed to allow recreational use of their property. Please tread lightly. Making snowmobile or ATV adventures part of your vacation is not hard to do. Local chambers of commerce and snow- mobile and ATV clubs can hook you up with outfitters who can make the whole thing happen or take the time to visit KennebecValley.org for more resources. That way, when you arrive, all you’ll need to do is hit the gas and have a blast. This information regarding trail riding is sponsored by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. FMI, visit www.ParksandLand.com. 1.  Pittston Farm Trai l Location: Jackman Beginning at the trailhead in Jackman, this scenic 60-mile ATV or snowmobile day trip to Historic Pittston Farm takes riders past several breathtaking vistas. The terrain varies from gravel and skidder trails to true forest terrain. 2.  Greenville Trail Location: The Forks This loop ATV or snowmobile trail covers about 60 miles total, with diverse sights along the way, including Moxie Falls, Lake Moxie, Moxie Bald Mountain, Shirley Bog, Greenville, Moosehead Lake and Little Moose Mountain. Trail conditions are 85% gravel roads and 15% skidder trails. Parking is available at Northern Outdoors or Berry’s Store in The Forks. 3. Sugarloaf Mountain Lookouts Location: Bingham This trail, which starts in Bingham on a section of the Kennebec Valley Trail, has a loop distance of 25–35 miles and offers several pull-off areas with river views and unequalled opportunities to spot bald eagles, ospreys, loons, deer and moose. Once at the overlook, catch a glimpse of the Sugarloaf Mountain Range and the Moxie Mountains. Trail conditions are 80% gravel roads and 20% back country trails. To learn more about ATVing and Snowmobiling in the region, visit KennebecValley.org. 19