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.
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