Wander Over The Water And Through The Woods On An Easy Trail At This Farm Preserve In Rural Maine
Getting outside in Maine is great no matter what the season and there are so many wonderful places to do it. We love coastal walks, but the wind can sometimes be challenging. Lakes are great, but these trails are often crowded and fussy since they’re so well-known. That’s why we love the trails located slightly off-the-beaten-path. Like this one!
Shepard's Farm Preserve in Norway (Maine, that is!) offers a peaceful retreat into the forest.
The area is a mix of former pastureland and managed woodlands. It sits atop Crockett Ridge and allows for views of the Paris hills and of Streaked Mountain.
The are many trails here to explore and each one is relatively short and flat. The elevation gain here is minimal which means little legs and those new to hiking will be just fine.
And during the spring and summer, you'll be surrounded by lush greenery. Whichever trail you choose, you'll be whisked away from your everyday life to enjoy the quiet that only nature can provide.
And it surprised us to learn that this out-of-the-way preserve even offers opportunities to appreciate art. You'll find 6 Bernard Langlais sculptures here which are all a part of a statewide art trail.
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
