The Kennebec Explorer 2015 Visitor's Guide to Maine's Kennebec Valley | Page 13

our vast network of accessible trails will take you beyond
the boundaries of your imagination.
One piece of advice to always remember when you
decide to spend some time traversing the Maine Woods:
much of the land you are traveling on is not state or
public land, but belongs to 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 snowmobile, and ATV clubs can hook you up with
outfitters, or just join club rides and events to make
your visit a successful one. Visit MESnow.com or
ATVMaine.org to do your research first; 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.
Learn more at ParksandLands.com
Three great rides in the Kennebec Valley Region:
1. Pittston Farm Trail 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/snowmobile trail covers about 100 miles total —
depending on the route you choose — 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% backcountry trails.
Learn more at KennebecValley.org
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