Penobscot River Trails

Penobscot River Trails World Class Recreational Facility and Nature Preserve with 25 kilometers of XC Ski, Snowshoe, and Mountain Bike Trails.
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Free trail access to the public with seasonal gear rentals available by donation. Home of the Maine Outdoor Education Program.

We’re gearing up for our 8th season of mountain biking with the Maine Outdoor Education Program!In just a few short week...
08/29/2026

We’re gearing up for our 8th season of mountain biking with the Maine Outdoor Education Program!

In just a few short weeks, our coaches will be back on the trails with students from across central and northern Maine, making the most of cool fall mornings and beautiful days while building skills, confidence, and a connection to the outdoors.

For some students, that means learning how to ride a bike for the very first time. For others, it’s learning how to transition from pedal brakes to disc brakes, understanding why wearing a helmet matters for the rest of your life, or building more confidence navigating the trails. Along the way, students are learning lessons in outdoor education rooted in Maine and our own backyard!

Our coaches have spent fourteen years meeting students where they are, encouraging them to try something new, and helping thousands of young people experience the outdoors.
Here’s to another upcoming season on the trails!

Early morning light on the East Branch of the Penobscot River. We're in awe daily at how incredible and vast this neck o...
08/18/2026

Early morning light on the East Branch of the Penobscot River. We're in awe daily at how incredible and vast this neck of the woods is. We're so grateful for all of you who choose to come here, recreate, share the experience with family and friends, and continue to visit season after season!

As we move through August, a light reminder that our Maine Outdoor Education Program Fall Biking Program will begin in early September. While we have a full fleet of bicycles dedicated to the program, there are days when we're working with 100+ students, and we may need to pull additional bikes from our rental fleet.

This may mean limited rental availability on select days throughout the fall as more students head outdoors and onto the trails.

Thank you all for your understanding!

It's the perfect weekend to get unplugged and opt outside!We're open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week, with mountain...
08/15/2026

It's the perfect weekend to get unplugged and opt outside!

We're open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week, with mountain bike rentals available by donation. Grab your family and friends and spend the day exploring miles of trails, taking in the views, and enjoying our FREE nature preserve.

It's a beautiful weekend to get out on the trails! Bike rentals are in full swing, and with nearly 16 miles of crusher d...
07/25/2026

It's a beautiful weekend to get out on the trails! Bike rentals are in full swing, and with nearly 16 miles of crusher dust trails to explore, the opportunities for adventure are endless.

Pictured here is the view of Katahdin from our Long Meadow Warming Hut. It's a unique perspective of Maine's highest peak, one that's often not seen since most views are taken head-on.

Grab your friends and family, and make your plans to explore Penobscot River Trails this summer.

As the rainy pattern begins to shift, it's time to make plans to get outside with your friends and family! 🚵Our mountain...
06/28/2026

As the rainy pattern begins to shift, it's time to make plans to get outside with your friends and family! 🚵

Our mountain bike trails are open seven days a week from dawn to dusk, and mountain bike rentals are available by donation.
The trails have been buzzing since school vacation began. Come experience the miles of scenic singletrack, fresh air, and incredible nature preserve for yourself.

05/30/2026

Medway Middle School shared the epitome of a perfect summer day with us on Wednesday. Hot temperatures, bluebird skies, and 8.5 miles paddled on the river made for an unforgettable day full of smiles, laughter, and time well spent outside together!💧

An 88° day on the river isn’t complete without nearly 100 students experiencing an incredible kayaking trip with their c...
05/21/2026

An 88° day on the river isn’t complete without nearly 100 students experiencing an incredible kayaking trip with their classmates! Brewer Community School’s 7th Grade had an absolutely awesome day paddling the East Branch yesterday.

This season, 1,300 students from local schools will get to experience the Penobscot River firsthand over the course of 20 program days.

We truly love what we do!

05/20/2026

Mt. Jefferson 7th & 8th grade joined us today for a full river trip on the East Branch! It was a premier 82° day on the water, filled with big smiles, nonstop fun, and plenty of excitement from the whole group. 🌊

We are officially OPEN for the season! Stop by to enjoy 16 miles of beautiful crusher-dust carriage trails for walking, ...
05/15/2026

We are officially OPEN for the season! Stop by to enjoy 16 miles of beautiful crusher-dust carriage trails for walking, hiking, running, or mountain biking!

We have a small fleet of rental bikes available by donation at this time!

05/12/2026

A perfect day on the East Branch doesn’t even begin to describe the experience we shared with Indian Island School yesterday. Sunshine, warm spring air, familiar faces, high water on the river, wildlife around every bend, and plenty of laughter made for an unforgettable first day on the water.

We’re excited to officially kick off our 2026 Spring Kayaking Program season and can’t wait for all the adventures still to come.

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2540 Grindstone Road
Stacyville, ME
04460

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