This property is on the deep water shore of Winnegance Bay at Green Point. The wooded upland is primarily spruce-pine, with hardwood sections on the southern point. A ridge runs north-south along the center of the property. There are lovely rocky outcrops and views of Winnegance Bay, down the New Meadows River toward Cundy’s Harbor in Harpswell.
Access to the preserve is by deeded right of way from Birch Point Road along an old woods road. To the west of the trail is a small stream that drains a wetland into Winnegance Bay. Vernal Pools provide essential breeding ground for fairy shrimp, wood frogs and salamanders.
At the head of Brigham’s Cove is the old “Indian Carry Road” where the Native Americans carried their boats across a narrow strip of land to reach Winnegance Creek, and the mighty Kennebec River at Doubling Point.
The 45-acre Preserve is open free of charge to the public from dawn to dusk. Help us protect what you have come to enjoy. Natural areas are delicate; foot traffic only, stay on trails; no camping, fires or motorized vehicles. Please respect boundary signs. No hunting due to proximity of homes.
Dogs must be on leash, and please clean up after your pet. Enjoy your visit!
Visit Kennebec Estuary Land Trust online for more information or contact:
Kennebec Estuary Land TrustFollow ME Route 209 from Bath 2.4 miles to the Winnegance Store; take a right on High Street, which eventually becomes Campbell Pond Road. 2.2 miles from the store take a right onto Birch Point. Look for parking area and kiosk 1 mile down on the left.
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