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1 Harpswell Guide to Outdoor Recreation View from the Giant s Stairs Trail (Ed Robinson photo)

2 Table of Contents 1. Walking trails, beaches, picnic areas and other places to enjoy the outdoors Bowdoin College Coastal Studies Center...1 Cliff Trail...2 Curtis Farm reserve...3 Devil s Back Trail...4 Giant s Stairs and McIntosh Lot reserve...5 Hackett and Minot Trails...6 Houghton Graves ark...7 Johnson Field reserve and Mackerel Cove Lot...8 Long Reach reserve...9 Mitchell Field...10 ott s oint reserve Harpswell Map More walking trails, beaches, picnic areas and other places to enjoy the outdoors Skolfield Shores reserve...14 Stover s oint reserve...15 Widgeon Cove Trail...16 Wilson s Cove Trail Harpswell s Islands Historic Landmarks Town Landings Areas for lay Bicycling Areas ump Out Stations Resources for more Information...25 How to use this guide Check the map on pages for locations of all the public access resources. On each page, look for the letters that correspond to the map. Enjoy!

3 Bowdoin Coastal Studies Center A HIKING DOGS ALLOWED WATER ACCESS SCENIC VIEW GREAT FOR KIDS SNOWSHOEING Bowdoin College s Coastal Studies Center on Orr s Island provides lovely coastal walking trails. A fine old farm with 2.5 miles of coastline, 3.6 miles of trails and a variety of habitats, it offers great views of Long Cove and Harpswell Sound and opportunities to view wildlife or just take a quiet walk in the woods. Directions: From Cook s Corner in Brunswick, follow Rt 24 south for 10.7 miles. Take a right on Bayview Rd. Continue for approx. one mile until you see a kiosk on the right. ark at the kiosk and do not drive further into the property Stay on the designated trails Many ongoing research projects occur at CSC, please respect any flags, markings, or other scientific equipment Do not collect anything These trails are designed for foot traffic 1 only (no bicycles or motorized vehicles) The trails are open dawn to dusk Dogs must be on a leash and stay on the main trails. lease carry out any waste left by pets Hunting is strictly forbidden No camping, smoking, or fires allowed on the property

4 Cliff Trail Town of Harpswell H C N C C T O T R HIKING H T O S C T S C T C - T O T R L R Legend arking Scenic View Bridge Fairy House Zone DOGS ALLOWED SCENIC VIEW Town roperty M R Trail: 2.3 mi, 1 hour, moderate.5 miles This rugged trail includes a shore walk along tidal Strawberry Creek and spectacular views from 150-foot cliffs overlooking Long Reach. Fairy house zones provide children with a place for play and creativity. Unbroken, preserved forests stretch to the east and south of Long Reach. The reach itself is a submerged valley that is now tidal mudflats. Across the Reach is the 90-acre Long Reach reserve. GREAT FOR KIDS BIKE RACK BATHROOMS SNOWSHOEING Directions: The trailhead is at the far corner of the back parking lot at the Harpswell Town Office, 263 Mountain Road. No Overnight arking Carry In-Carry Out trash disposal policy No Fires Intoxicating beverages are not allowed. Do not pick or dig any living thing. ets must be under owners control. et owners must clean up any fecal deposits left by their pets. lease report any damage to the Town of Harpswell. lease respect private landowners property 2

5 Curtis Farm reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust C C G L R C C R H N R (R 123) F F L HIKING B C W F T Legend arking DOGS ALLOWED B R Scenic Views Water Access WATER ACCESS R Curtis Farm reserve Trails: 1.25 mi, 1.5 hrs, Bog moderate SCENIC VIEW.25 miles Curtis Farm reserve has much to offer. The 1.25-mile trail system takes visitors through field, forest and to coastal bays, with scenic views along the way. The reserve includes nearly 2,000 feet of shoreline on both Curtis Cove and Basin Cove, gravel beaches, a freshwater pond, forested freshwater wetlands and 15 acres of intertidal mud flats for shellfish and wildlife nursery areas. On a clear day, the views across Middle Bay as far west as Mt. Washington are impressive. GREAT FOR KIDS SNOWSHOEING Directions: There are two access points to the preserve. For the upland access, from the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 11.4 miles. The parking lot is in a field on the right. For the shore access, follow Rt 123 south another.2 miles and then turn right on Ash oint Rd. Take your first right on Basin oint Rd and drive.5 miles to a parking lot on the right. Carry in, carry out. No open fires. No dogs off leash during bird nesting season, April 15-July 31. Dogs must be under voice control the rest of the year. Carry out all dog waste. Hunting is allowed. Wear blaze orange and take appropriate safety precautions during hunting season. Trapping is allowed with written permission from HHLT. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed. 3

6 Devil s Back Trail Town of Harpswell G O I B L N C - T H I R (R. 24) G I HIKING DOGS ALLOWED O C T G C Legend arking Bench WATER ACCESS L C B L S N.25 miles Town roperty Trail: 1.2 mi, 30 minutes, moderate SCENIC VIEW BIKE RACK SNOWSHOEING The Devil s Back Trail winds through mixed forest, including everything from old growth pines to a few hardy apple trees. The easy loop trail descends to Long Cove, providing numerous views of the water and crossing a rocky hump called the Devil s Back. Be on the lookout for osprey nestled in large stick nests, or soaring over the cove searching for fish to eat. The trail drops down to the rocky shore, and is a great place for an afternoon getaway. Directions: From Cook s Corner in Brunswick, follow Rt 24 south for 9.4 miles. Soon after crossing onto Orr s Island, look for a parking area on the left. The trail begins across the street from the parking. No Overnight arking Carry In-Carry Out trash disposal policy No Fires Intoxicating beverages are not allowed. Do not pick or dig any living thing. ets must be under owners control. 4 et owners must clean up any fecal deposits left by their pets. lease report any damage to the Town of Harpswell. lease respect private landowners property

7 Giant s Stairs Town of Harpswell H I R (R. 24) O S I McIntosh Lot reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust W A Legend HIKING T H G S C B N.2 miles arking (at Episcopal Chapel) Entire Trail is Scenic Bench McIntosh Lot reserve Town roperty Trail:.5 mi, 15 minutes, easy For dramatic coastal scenery in Harpswell, nothing beats the Giant s Stairs. Named for its interesting geologic history, the Giant s Stairs trail follows the rocky coastline with gorgeous views of eastern Casco Bay, often with crashing waves glinting in the sunlight. On any given day you might see rafts of ducks, foraging harbor seals or a lobster boat hauling traps below your feet. The Giant s Stairs Trail is managed by the Town of Harpswell, while Harpswell Heritage Land Trust s McIntosh Lot reserve Trail completes the short and easy loop. DOGS ALLOWED SCENIC VIEW GREAT FOR KIDS WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE BIKE RACK Directions: From Cook s Corner in Brunswick, follow Rt 24 south for 14.5 miles, crossing the Cribstone Bridge. Turn left on Washington Ave. ark at the Episcopal Chapel (except during services) or carefully along the street so as not to block traffic or emergency vehicles. Walk to the end of Ocean St or south along Washington Ave. Signs are posted at either end of the trail. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be under owner s control to avoid interfering with wildlife, the neighbors, or other users enjoyment of 5 the reserve. Carry out all dog waste. No hunting or discharge of firearms. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed.

8 M B Hackett and Minot Trails Harpswell Heritage Land Trust M H N R (R 123) V L R HIKING T -E H L R N C H A R O M H H H S.25 miles E K C Legend arking (at Historical Society) Hackett Land reserve Minot Conservation Easement Trail: 1 mi, 30 minutes, easy DOGS ALLOWED SNOWSHOEING The Hackett and Minot Trails take visitors through a verdant, mossy forest with numerous lichen and club-moss glades, as well as a vernal pool. It s a great place for a quiet woods walk. Visible to the west of Harpswell Neck Rd (Rt 123), this property complements Harpswell s historic center, which includes the 1757 Old Meeting House, the 1842 Elijah Kellogg Church, the 1876 Centennial Hall and the 1783 Tarr- Eaton House, which is protected with a historic preservation easement. Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 8.4 mi. lease park at the Harpswell Historical Society building on the left. Cross the road and walk down the private Littlefield Road until you see signs for the trail. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No open fires. No camping. No dogs off leash during bird nesting season, April 15-July 31. Dogs must be under voice control the rest of the year. Carry out all dog waste. Hunting is allowed. Wear blaze orange and take appropriate safety precautions during hunting season. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed. 6

9 Houghton Graves ark Harpswell Heritage Land Trust N Q B C O I L HIKING H I R (R 24) L C R Legend arking Scenic View icnic Table Water Access Marsh DOGS ALLOWED WATER ACCESS O I O Houghton Graves ark Trail:.25 mi, 15 minutes, easy SCENIC VIEW.1 miles Located in the middle of Orr s Island village, Houghton Graves ark provides visitors a breath of fresh air. Mowed grassy paths lead to picnic tables, views of beautiful Beal s Cove on Harpswell Sound and access to the shore. This three-acre pocket park is a great place to spend a few minutes, or a few hours. Given to the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust by Russell Houghton and atty and Allan Graves in 2007, this park will forever be available for the enjoyment of both residents and visitors. GREAT FOR KIDS ICNIC SOT SNOWSHOEING Directions: From Cook s Corner in Brunswick, follow Rt 24 south for 11.9 miles. The ark is on the right, opposite Lowell s Cove Road. lease park by the side of the road and follow the trail between the rail fence and the marsh. Open dawn to dusk only. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be under owner s control to avoid interfering with wildlife, the neighbors, or other users enjoyment of the reserve. Carry out all dog waste. No hunting or discharge of firearms. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. ower driven mobility devices are allowed on the mowed trails. 7

10 Johnson Field reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust Mackerel Cove Lot Town of Harpswell L L A R H I R (R 24) R B L B H DOGS ALLOWED WATER ACCESS Legend arking Scenic View M C SCENIC VIEW icnic Table Water Access Swimming Johnson Field reserve Town roperty.1 miles N GREAT FOR KIDS The open field at the head of Mackerel Cove has been a Bailey Island landmark for generations. Overlooking one of Maine s most scenic working harbors, Johnson Field offers visitors a place for family picnics, wintertime sledding, quiet moments of reflection, access to the beach and spectacular views. This is a great place to launch a kayak or canoe. The Town-owned Mackerel Cove Lot, located next to Johnson Field, also offers gorgeous views, public access to the waterfront and a hedge of fragrant roses. Fishermen use part of the lot for seasonal storage. ICNIC SOT SWIMMING WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE Directions: From Cook s Corner in Brunswick, follow Rt 24 south for 14.2 miles. The field comes into view at the intersection with Abner oint Rd. Turn right on Abner oint Rd and immediately left into a parking lot. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No overnight parking. ark in designated area. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be under owner s control to avoid interfering with wildlife, the neighbors, or other users enjoyment of the reserve. Carry out all dog waste. No hunting or discharge of firearms. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. ower driven mobility devices are allowed on mowed areas. 8

11 wwwwww Long Reach reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust L R L R L H I R (R 24) T HIKING L R L B T T -S B R N.25 miles Legend arking Scenic View Bridge Water Access Bog Long Reach reserve Trail: 1.5 mi, 1 Bog hour, challenging DOGS ALLOWED WATER ACCESS SCENIC VIEW SNOWSHOEING This spectacular 95-acre preserve provides one of the longest hiking trails in Harpswell. A challenging 1.5-mile loop trail winds through several different forest types, passes a peat bog nestled between two prominent bedrock ridges and finally descends to the shores of Long Reach. This area is a prime example of Harpswell s folded bedrock geology. Long steep ridges run parallel to the shore and trap water to form peaty wetlands. Long Reach itself is a submerged valley, and at low water, tidal mudflats. From the shore, visitors can look across to dramatic cliffs of weathered bedrock, at the top of which is the Cliff Trail. Directions: From Cook s Corner in Brunswick, follow Rt 24 south for 6.8 mi. The reserve shares a parking lot with the Trufant-Summerton Ball Field, which will be on your right. The trailhead is to the right as you enter the parking lot. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No camping. No open fires. No dogs off leash during bird nesting season, April 15-July 31. Dogs must be under voice control the rest of the year. Carry out all dog waste. Hunting is allowed. Wear blaze orange and take appropriate safety precautions during hunting season. Trapping is allowed with written permission from HHLT. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed. 9

12 Mitchell Field Town of Harpswell V B B H N R (R 123) HIKING M B C G Legend arking DOGS ALLOWED Scenic View icnic Table Bench WATER ACCESS Water Access N Swimming Town roperty Trail: 2.75 mi, 1.25 hours, moderate SCENIC VIEW.1 miles GREAT FOR KIDS For a variety of recreational offerings, Mitchell Field can t be beat. This 120-acre former U.S. Navy fuel depot is owned by the town of Harpswell and boasts several miles of paved and gravel paths, a sandy beach, a bandstand that hosts outdoor concerts and the Harpswell Community Garden. It s a great place for walking, bicycling, swimming, cross-country skiing, picnicking and so much more. On clear days, you can see Mount Washington 80 miles to the west. ICNIC SOT SWIMMING SNOWSHOEING WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 11 miles. Look for a sign on the right. No Overnight arking Carry In-Carry Out trash disposal policy No Fires Intoxicating beverages are not allowed. Do not pick or dig any living thing. ets must be under owners control. et owners must clean up any fecal deposits left by their pets. lease report any damage to the Town of Harpswell. lease respect private landowners property 10

13 ott s oint reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust H N R (R 123) W H R ( ) Legend DOGS ALLOWED WATER ACCESS M S arking (roadside) Entire reserve is Scenic Water Access SCENIC VIEW Swimming ott s oint reserve N arking to reserve:.25 mi, 15 min, easy ICNIC SOT.1 miles If you love exploring the ocean shoreline, this tiny preserve has just about everything you could want. There are extensive tide pools to explore, a gravel beach and dramatic views of Casco Bay. Standing at the southern tip of the preserve, you can enjoy an unparalleled view of a number of the islands that make Casco Bay so special, including: Haskell, inkham, Bailey, Upper Flag, Thrumcap, and Eagle Islands. Tide pools along the shoreline teem with life. You might be able to spot barnacles, oysters, crabs, shrimp, periwinkles, hermit crabs, star fish, sea urchins and the occasional lobster or squid. GREAT FOR KIDS SWIMMING Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south 13.9 miles to the end of Rt 123. ark by the side of the road, but please do not block the pier or Town Landing. Walk along private ott s oint Rd to the reserve. You may also walk along the shore below the high tide line. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be under owner s control to avoid interfering with wildlife, the neighbors, or other users enjoyment of 11 the reserve. Carry out all dog waste. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. No trap, float or boat storage. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed.

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15 F FF DD BB Q JJ GG J D K W H R AA I S A: Bowdoin Coastal Studies Center B: Bethel s oint Landing C: Cliff Trail D: Cribstone Bridge E: Crow Island F: Curtis Farm reserve G: Devil s Back Trail H: Eagle Island I: Giant s Stairs and McIntosh Lot J: Garrison Cove Landing K: Graveyard oint Landing L: The Goslings M: Hackett and Minot Trails N: Harpswell Historical Society Museum O: Hildreth Road Landing : Holbrook Street Landing Q: Houghton Graves ark R: Johnson Field reserve and Mackerel Cove Lot S: Lobsterman Statue T: Long Reach reserve U: Lookout oint Landing V: Mitchell Field W: ott s oint Landing : ott s oint reserve Y: Old Meeting House Z: Skolfield Shores reserve AA: Steamboat Wharf Lane Landing BB: Stover s Cove Road Landing CC: Stover s Island DD: Stover s oint reserve EE: Wharf Road Landing FF: Whaleboat Island GG: Tide Mill/ Grist Mill Landing HH: Widgeon Cove Trail II: Wilson s Cove Trail JJ: York s Landing/ Steamboat Road

16 Skol ield Shores reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust S M Z M B C M L HIKING H B H H L M F S H N R (R 123) Legend arking Scenic View Bench Bridge Water Access Salt Marsh Skol ield Shores reserve WATER ACCESS SCENIC VIEW SNOWSHOEING N Trail: 1 mi, 30 minutes, moderate.25 miles With fields, saltwater marsh and more than 4,000 feet of shoreline on Middle Bay Cove, Skolfield is well-suited for walking with friends or family or spotting a wide range of birds, from meadowlarks to terns. Two trail loops, for a total of a mile, wind through varied forest habitat and provide views of the cove, the saltwater marsh separating Brunswick and Harpswell and the fields of historic Merrucoonegan Farm. A spur trail leads to an old stone ferry wharf and a turn of the century boathouse along the shore. Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 4.6 mi. Turn right into Skolfield lace and then take an immediate left into the parking lot for the preserve. Carry in, Carry out. edestrian use only. No overnight parking. No open fires. No camping. No dogs allowed. Hunting is allowed. Wear blaze orange and take appropriate safety precautions during hunting season. Trapping is allowed with written permission from HHLT. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. 14

17 Stover s oint reserve Harpswell Heritage Land Trust DD H H DOGS ALLOWED S M S R W L ( ) N Legend arking Entire reserve is Scenic.1 Miles Bench Water Access (on Entire reserve) Swimming (on Entire reserve) Salt Marsh Stover s oint reserve If you are looking for a beach day with friends or family, Stover s oint is the place to go. With the convenience of being able to drive right on the gravel beach, this is a great place to spend a summer day exploring. The beach, tidal creek and salt marsh provide great swimming, crabs to catch and views across Harpswell Sound to the unique Cribstone Bridge connecting Orr s and Bailey islands. WATER ACCESS SCENIC VIEW GREAT FOR KIDS ICNIC SOT Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 12.2 mi. Turn left on Stover s Cove Rd. Take your first right on Stover s oint Rd. Veer left. Stay straight on Windsor Rd. Follow the road as it curves to the right then take a left on a gravel road. Being very careful of the undercarriage of your car, drive right out onto the beach. Once on the beach, please park on gravel surfaces only. Carry in, carry out. No overnight parking. Motorized vehicles restricted to designated areas. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be under owner s control to avoid interfering with wildlife, the 15 SWIMMING neighbors, or other users enjoyment of the reserve. Carry out all dog waste. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. The preserve is available for events, with HHLT permission. No trap, float or boat storage. ower driven mobility devices are allowed on gravel areas.

18 W C T L Widgeon Cove Trail Harpswell Heritage Land Trust HH H N R (R 123) W C L C - T Legend arking N HIKING DOGS ALLOWED W C L Scenic View Bench Bridge Conservation Easement Trail:.6 mi, 30 minutes, moderate SCENIC VIEW SNOWSHOEING W C.1 miles This half-mile loop trail is the perfect way to take in beautiful Widgeon Cove on Harpswell Sound. The path winds through woodlands, across ravines and along the shoreline where there is a dramatic view of the cove. At this scenic viewpoint, visitors can enjoy a picnic with family and friends, take pictures or just sit quietly to observe waterfowl, wading birds and other wildlife that frequent the cove. The Widgeon Cove Trail is part of the 88-acre Dunning Farm Conservation Easement. This privately owned property will remain forest and working farmland forever. Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 7.4 miles. Immediately after the Wilson s Cove Trail parking lot on the right, look for the Widgeon Cove Trail parking lot on the left. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. No overnight parking. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be on a leash. Carry out all dog waste. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. This trail is on private property. lease respect the owner s privacy. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed. 16

19 Wilson s Cove Trail Harpswell Heritage Land Trust II W C L 5 R H N R (R 123) N HIKING DOGS ALLOWED W C T L Legend arking Scenic View Conservation Easement Trail:.25 mi, 15 minutes, easy SCENIC VIEW SNOWSHOEING.25 miles This short out-and-back trail brings hikers to a dramatic cliff overlooking Wilson s Cove. The views up and down Middle Bay and across to Birch Island are spectacular. The end of the trail provides a quiet place to sit beneath the red oaks and take in the water, land and sky. On a still day, the reflection along the shore shimmers on the water and the retreating tide reveals seaweed-covered rocks for roosting gulls and cormorants. The Wilson s Cove Trail is on privately owned land that is protected forever by a conservation easement. Directions: From the intersection of Rt 123 and Bath Rd at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, follow Rt 123 south for 7.4 mi. Look for a small parking lot and sign on the right. Open dawn to dusk only. Carry in, carry out. edestrian use only. Stay on the trail. No overnight parking. No open fires. No camping. Dogs must be on the leash. Carry out all dog waste. No hunting or discharge of firearms. lease respect wildlife, neighbors and other users. This trail is on private property. lease respect the owner s privacy. ower driven mobility devices are not allowed. 17

20 Harpswell s Islands E: Crow Island reserve, Harpswell Heritage Land Trust Crow Island reserve in upper Middle Bay is accessible by small boat at half tide or higher. The island is open for camping and is part of the Maine Island Trail. L: The Goslings, Maine Coast Heritage Trust The Goslings are owned by Maine Coast Heritage Trust and are available for day use and camping. CC: Stover s Island, Town of Harpswell The two-acre Stover s Island marks the entrance to Strawberry Creek at the nortnern end of Harpswell Sound. Also know as Strawberry Creek Island, Stover s Island is part of the Maine Island Trail. FF: Whaleboat Island, Maine Coast Heritage Trust Whaleboat Island is the largest undeveloped island in Casco Bay. It is owned by Maine Coast Heritage Trust and is available for day use and camping. Town-Owned Islands The Elm Islands, Uncle Zeke Island, Flash Island and Jenny Island are designated as habitat for migratory birds. Visitors are welcome to explore these islands between August 15 and March 15. State-Owned Islands Haskell Island South, Mark Island, Mouse Island, ond Island, Flag Island and Little Birch Island are all managed by the State. They provide important habitat for migratory and sea birds. Visitors are welcome to explore these islands between August 15 and March 15. Federally-Owned Islands Ram Island and Upper Flag Island provide seabird nesting habitat. Visitors are welcome to explore these islands between August 15 and March

21 Historic Landmarks H: Admiral Robert E. eary s Home, Eagle Island, Casco Bay Admiral eary, accompanied by Matthew Henson and four Inuit natives, planted the American flag at the North ole. They were the first humans to reach the northernmost point on our globe. Eagle Island was home to Admiral eary for many years. The Island is open to visitors between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. from June 15 through Labor Day. D: Cribstone Bridge, Bailey Island The Cribstone Bridge, built in is 1,150 feet long and spans the area known as Will s Gut between Orr s and Bailey Islands. The granite was brought in from local quarries and the open crib work allows for the ebb and flow of tides. Extensive repair work was completed in The bridge is recognized as an historic civil engineering landmark and is on the National Register of Historic laces. N: Harpswell Historical Society Museum, Harpswell Neck The Museum is home to displays featuring each of Harpswell s unique communities, the town s fishing and ship building industry, a rotating art exhibit, a 20th Century kitchen, antique farming equipment and old military uniforms. S: Lobsterman Statue, Bailey Island The Lobsterman Statue, erected in 1976, is of H. Elroy Johnson. The original statue was displayed in the World s Fair in 1939 and It is now displayed prominently at Land s End on Bailey Island. The statue is owned by the Harpswell Historical Society. Y: Old Meeting House, Harpswell Neck Completed in 1759, this historic building served the town as a meeting house, school house, place of worship and administrative offices for more than two centuries. Although owned by the Town, the Historical Society now maintains the building and the Town s original cemetery, adjacent to the Hall. Tours may be arranged by contacting the Harpswell Historical Society. 19

22 Town Landings B: Bethel s oint, Cundy s Harbor N /W Small Boat Launch Trailered Boat Launch Bethel s oint serves as public and commercial boat launch, however, there is no public parking available. There is limited permit parking issued by the town as well as ample parking in the nearby commercial lot, which requires a small fee. J: Garrison Cove, Bailey Island N /W This paved landing provides excellent access and has a great beach for swimming and walking. The beach and landing look north up Harpswell Sound. Limited parking is available at the top of the beach. K: Graveyard oint, Harpswell Neck N /W Located at the end of the Graveyard oint Road on Harpswell Neck, this is an attractive gravel beach to launch a canoe or kayak or jump in the ocean to cool off. arking for up to four cars along the road. O: Hildreth Road, Harpswell Neck N /W The public access point is off Mountain Rd west of Ewing Narrows Bridge. There is very limited parking on Hildreth Rd. The traditionally used launch point is down the gravel road. There is no public beach access. lease respect the private owners rights at the end of the gravel road. : Holbrook Street Landing, Cundy s Harbor N /W Located off the east side of Cundy s Harbor Road, this gently sloped boat launch includes limited parking for three cars. 20

23 Town Landings U: Lookout oint, Harpwell Neck N /W Small Boat Launch Trailered Boat Launch This is one of the best large boat launching places in Harpswell, for both commercial and recreational uses. Even by car, Lookout oint is worth a visit. The view of the undeveloped islands of Casco Bay is excellent. There is parking for up to six cars. Other use considerations are posted at the landing. R: Mackerel Cove, Bailey Island N /W This heavily-used landing provides recreational and commercial access to the busy harbor on Mackerel Cove. arking is available for up to 15 cars in the neighboring lot. The landing is next to Johnson Field reserve and Mackerel Cove Lot. W: ott s oint Landing & Town Wharf, Harpswell Neck N /W The Town Wharf allows skiffs and dinghies to tie up for 30 minutes. arking for three cars. AA: Steamboat Wharf Lane, Bailey Island N /W This landing has limited use, mainly for monitoring boats and beach access. Very limited parking. Good views of a working harbor. BB: Stover s Cove Road, Harpswell Neck N /W Located on Harpswell Harbor, this well-paved, low angle boat launch is a great way to access the harbor during high tide. arking is limited. 21

24 Town Landings Small Boat Launch Trailered Boat Launch EE: Tide Mill/ Grist Mill Road, Harpswell Neck N /W Former site of the George Trues Grist Mill, built in 1867, which operated through use of tidal power. The remains of the dam which used to power the mill have created a reversing falls effect. arking for four cars. GG: Wharf Road, Harpswell Neck Located on Ewing Narrows with very limited parking. JJ: York s Landing/Steamboat Road, Bailey Island N /W No parking. edestrian right of way to the shore. Areas for lay Harpswell Community School, Great Island A playground is available outside of school hours. Harpswell Coastal Academy, Harpswell Neck A playground is available outside of school hours. Trufant- Summerton Baseball Field, Great Island Available for use anytime, unless Town activities are being conducted. Harpswell Neck hysical Education Association, Harpswell Neck For information on facilities, contact Deborah Cornish at hnpea@ymail.com. 22

25 Bicycling Areas Allen oint Road - Harpswell Neck arking at Scout Hall across the road from Allen oint Road. 1.6 mile road and loop back up using Harpswell Neck Road (1 mile) or Allen oint. Basin oint Road/ Ash oint Road - Harpswell Neck ark at Harpswell Coastal Academy (when school is not in session). To Dolphin Marina is 2.7 miles. Ash oint Road is 1.2 miles. Ash oint Road to Tide Mills is 1.3 miles. Stover s oint Road - Harpswell Neck ark at Harpswell Coastal Academy (when school is not in session). From lot to Stover s oint reserve is 1.2 miles. ott s oint - Harpswell Neck ark at Harpswell Coastal Academy (when school is not in session). To ott s oint Landing and Town Wharf is 2.4 miles. Mitchell Field - Harpswell Neck aved (2 miles), gravel and woods roads. Bike rack located on waterfront. 23

26 ump Out Stations New Meadows River - Cundy s Harbor Harpswell has a seasonal self-service pump-out float moored in Cundy s Harbor. This facility contributes to cleaning up the New Meadows River and is monitored by the Holbrook Community Foundation. There is no fee to use this facility, donations can be sent to the Town of Harpswell, O Box 39, Harpswell, ME Questions or comments should be directed to the Town s Harbormaster, Jim Hays, at Dolphin Marina - ott s Harbor The pumpout station is located on the lower Western side of ott s Harbor. The pumpout station is owned by the marina and is a public pumpout station costing no more than $5. For more information, visit www. dolphinmarinaandrestaurant.com or contact the marina at (207) Great Island Boatyard - Quahog Bay The Boatyard is located at the very top of Quahog Bay on the Western side. This pump out station is owned by the Boatyard, is a dockside service and is a public pumpout station costing no more than $5. For more information, visit or call the marina at (207) Q.B. Conservation LLC - Quahog Bay This is a privately owned, free, boat-side service in Quahog Bay. Call Dave at (207) for service and more information. 24

27 Resources for More Information Town of Harpswell Harpswell Heritage Land Trust Access Health American Hiking Society Bicycle Coalition of Maine East Coast Greenway Friends of eary s Eagle Island Healthy Maine Walks Leave No Trace rinciples Maine Coast Heritage Trust Maine Island Trail Association 25

28 This guide was created by: Town of Harpswell Recreation Department Recreation Committee Town Lands Committee Harbor and Waterfront Committee and Harpswell Heritage Land Trust Updated May 2015